ECC Family Day Home Agency

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Community updates and upcoming events

Featured event

Sunshine Celebration 2026

Join ECC educators, children, and families for a special day of fun, connection, and community at beautiful Bowness Park.

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Upcoming

Upcoming events

Sunshine Celebration 2026

Sunshine Celebration 2026 event poster with date, location, activities, safety reminders, and what to bring

Welcome to ECC Family Day Home Agency's Sunshine Celebration 2026! We are excited to invite our educators, children, and families to join us for a special day of fun, connection, and community at beautiful Bowness Park.

This annual celebration is an opportunity to come together, create lasting memories, and recognize the wonderful relationships that make our ECC community so special. Throughout the day, families can enjoy a variety of engaging activities, outdoor adventures, and park attractions while spending quality time together.

Together, we celebrate the joy of childhood, the strength of our community, and the families who make ECC shine!

Waiver required before attending

Please complete the Parent/Guardian Acknowledgment, Assumption of Risk, and Liability Waiver by submitting the form below. To help us ensure a safe and enjoyable event for all families, the completed waiver must be submitted prior to attending the Sunshine Celebration 2026.

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Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to celebrating with you and your family!

Resource hub

Resource hub

Helpful parent resources, quick guides, and family care topics shared by ECC.

Issue 06

When Goodbyes Feel Hard: Separation Anxiety & Trust

A gentle guide for families navigating drop-off, separation anxiety, tears, and short loving goodbyes as children build confidence and trust.

Separation anxiety is not a problem or a failure. It can be a sign of a strong bond, and consistent goodbyes help children feel safe.

When Goodbyes Feel Hard 01 When Goodbyes Feel Hard Separation Anxiety Is Not a Problem 02 Separation Anxiety Is Not a Problem Tears and Joy Can Coexist 03 Tears and Joy Can Coexist Tears Are Not a Report Card 04 Tears Are Not a Report Card Please Don't Sneak Away 05 Please Don't Sneak Away Short Goodbye, Loving Goodbye 06 Short Goodbye, Loving Goodbye

Issue 05

The Toddler User Manual: Big Feelings, Boundaries & Growth

A playful guide for understanding toddler behavior, including independence, big emotions, strong opinions, testing limits, and the support parents need along the way.

Toddlers are not giving adults a hard time. They are learning how to handle a big world with developing brains, growing language, and very real feelings.

The Toddler User Manual cover Toddler User Manual Toddler product features guide Toddler Product Features Common toddler phrases and responses Common System Responses Understanding toddler developmental behavior What's Really Happening Gentle reminder for parents of toddlers Gentle Reminder for Parents Encouragement for parents raising toddlers You're Not Alone

Issue 04

Everyday Growth: Life Skills in Little Moments

A parent-friendly growth series showing how everyday routines, play, independence, and emotional expression help children build confidence over time.

Children learn through small daily moments: trying, waiting, sharing, expressing needs, and practicing independence with supportive adults nearby.

Real growth hides inside little moments Real Growth Hides in Little Moments Independence is a skill Independence Is a Skill Daycare is where children learn life skills Daycare Builds Life Skills Children learn through play Play Is Learning Emotional growth helps children handle feelings Emotional Growth Today's little moments become tomorrow's strength Little Moments, Big Strength

Past events

Past events

Summer 2025 Family Teddy Bear Picnic

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ECC Educator's Brunch June 2025

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ECC Educator's Valentine's Craft Night!

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ECC Family Holiday Celebration 2024 at the Wilder Calgary Zoo!

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ECC Christmas Photos 2023

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Christmas Party at Sky Castle 2022-12-09

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POLICE MUSEUM 2022.09.09

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