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OUTSTANDING TEACHERS AND EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS HONOURED AT THE PRIME MINISTER'S AWARDS CELEBRATION

May 15, 2003
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Jean Chrétien today announced the 10th anniversary recipients of the Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching Excellence and the first recipients of the new Prime Minister's Awards for Excellence in Early Childhood Education.

"I want to tell you that the work you are doing for Canada's children is important and highly valued. You are helping to build a foundation for the learning, health and well-being of our youngest citizens that will support them throughout their lifetimes," said the Prime Minister. "It was an honour a decade ago, and it is an honour today to acknowledge the vital work that you are doing on behalf of the young people of this country."

A total of 72 teachers and 31 early childhood educators will receive a Prime Minister's Award this year. Of these, 16 teachers and 10 early childhood educators will be honoured at the national (Certificate of Excellence) level. Local (Certificate of Achievement) recipients will be recognized by Members of Parliament at community events later this year. Recipients come from all regions of the country, including one early childhood educator from north of the Arctic Circle. Kindergarten to grade 12 recipients teach a range of subjects, with most using information and communications technologies to enhance their teaching practices.

Representing the Prime Minister at the national award ceremony in Ottawa, the Honourable Allan Rock, Minister of Industry, presented certificates to national level recipients.

"I am impressed with the innovative ways you have helped students learn. The international activities you have engaged them in have helped young people see themselves not only as citizens of Canada, but as global citizens," said Minister Rock. "Using the collaborative power of the Internet, you are helping students gain skills not only to compete in the world, but to help make it better."

The Minister was joined at the award ceremony by the Honourable Ethel Blondin-Andrew, Secretary of State for Children and Youth. Secretary of State Blondin-Andrew commented on the hundreds of nominations received: "While not everyone can win an award, those who are here today can be seen as ambassadors for all the tremendous work that is going on in schools and early learning settings across Canada."

Secretary of State Blondin-Andrew acknowledged the support of Human Resources Development Canada and Health Canada, who are partners with Industry Canada in the new Prime Minister's Awards for Excellence in Early Childhood Education, launched by the Prime Minister in May 2002. She also thanked the corporate partners of the Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching Excellence: Bell Canada, Canadian Learning Television, General Electric Canada, Kraft Canada, Microsoft Canada and the Royal Bank Financial Group for their tremendous and continued support.

For more details, please contact the Prime Minister's Awards Program Office at 1 800 575-9200
or visit the Prime Minister's Awards Web site at http://www.pma-ppm.ca.

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2002–2003 Recipients of the Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching Excellence

Province/ Territory and Type of Award	School Community	Teacher Community	School	Teacher	Grades/Subjects Taught	Headline
Newfoundland and Labrador Certificate of Achievement	St. John’s	St. John’s	Holy Heart High School	Margo Connors	Grades 10–12, enterprise education, English	Program of Achievement in Community Enterprise (PACE) fosters employability and entrepreneurial skills among high school students
	St. John’s	St. John’s	St. Bonaventure’s College	Vincenza Etchegary	Grades 4–12, instrumental music	Music program gives all students a chance to succeed, which translates into personal growth and a sense of accomplishment they may not get in other academic fields
	Lewisporte	Campbellton	Lewisporte Collegiate	Donna Harvey	Grades 9–11, French and world history and Canadian geography in French	Enthusiasm and innovative teaching of fully subscribed courses, exchanges and work experience in French mean students complete French-language courses with marks well above provincial average
	St. John’s	Conception Bay South	Holy Heart High School	Claire Rice	Grades 10–12, French, Spanish, social studies (in English and French), art history	New courses, extra classes, field trips and exchanges create thriving languages students who excel, achieving high marks on International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement exams
	St. John’s	Mount Pearl	Bishops College	Robert Riche	Grades 10–12, technology education	Innovative use of communications technology, Web-supported courses and electronic portfolios encourages flexible distance learning and allow students to progress at their own rate and often exceed expectations
	Clarenville	Hillview	Clarenville High School	Bruce Stagg	Grades 10–12, theatre arts, literature, writing	Drama experience, strong grounding in writing styles and grammar, and critical analysis result in skilled and confident writers and public speakers
	Summerford	Clarke’s Head	Coaker Academy	Lucy Warren	Grades 9–12, English, art	Interesting multimedia and Internet projects, educational field trips and author visits inspire students to achieve highest average marks in provincial exams and excel in post-secondary education
Nova Scotia Certificate of Excellence	Bridgewater	LaHave	Bridgewater Elementary School	Gaston Comeau	Grade 5 French immersion, all subjects	Innovative groupings of students in French immersion class foster development of strong oral communication, academic and interpersonal skills
Certificate of Achievement	Halifax	Halifax	Sacred Heart School of Halifax	Davinder Singh	Grades 10–12, science, physics, chemistry	Beloved educator spearheaded development of school’s science program to take advantage of computer and communications technology
Prince Edward Island Certificate of Excellence	Summerside	Summerside	Summerside Intermediate School	Peter Gallant	Grades 7–9, instrumental music, social studies	Music program and extracurricular bands built on unique entry process and exciting technology projects produce confident, accomplished musicians
New Brunswick Certificate of Achievement	Caraquet	Caraquet	Polyvalente Louis-Mailloux	Régine Mallet	Grades 9–11, art, French, dressmaking (couture)	Custom-designed programs respond to abilities of each year’s students, and include creative, effective projects to teach curriculum objectives
Quebec Certificate of Excellence	Gatineau	Cantley	École Lac-des-Fées	Marie-Chantal Vanier	Grades 1–6, all subjects for students with learning disabilities	Students with learning disabilities get involved in school-wide activities, cooking classes foster reading, formerly discouraged students love school
Certificate of Achievement	Pointe-Claire	Lachine	John Rennie High School	Louise Chalmers	Grades 7, 9–11, English, drama	Drama-related courses, apprenticeship programs and community partnership serve the needs of all students and produce accomplished, award-winning graduates
	Pointe-Claire	Montréal	Lindsay Place High School	Catherine Falmagne	Grades 9–11, science, history	Time lines, index cards and imaginative games help students organize and understand course material: 90 percent pass provincial Canadian history exam on the first attempt
	Baie-Comeau	Baie-Comeau	Polyvalente des Baies	Patrice Harvey	Grades 8–9, human biology, photography	Photoscope program, run like a small business, helps students develop professional values and skills without costly fees, leads to regional and national entrepreneurship prizes and exhibits of student photography
	Saint-Georges Saint-Martin	Saint-Georges Lambton	Polyvalente de Saint-Georges Polyvalente Bélanger	Christian Lagueux Jean-Pierre Lagueux	Grades 7–11, history, civics, human civilization	"Time-travelling" history lessons challenge students to recreate artifacts of New France using authentic materials and techniques
	Châteauguay	Sainte- Martine	Howard S. Billings Regional High School	Bonnie Mitchell	Grades 10–11, English, French, math, drama in alternative program	Student-centred, well-structured alternative program sets high-risk students on the path to academic success
	Dorval	St. Laurent	Queen of Angels Academy	Susan Pamboukian	Grades 9–11, biology	Lessons literally bursting with life and interest, innovative student review and evaluation tools inspire students to success in science fairs, university workshops
	Sainte-Julienne	Rawdon	École secondaire du Havre-Jeunesse	Luc Poirier	Grades 7–11, art	Students are exposed to convincing and inspiring adult role models while studying techniques in art
Ontario Certificate of Excellence	Cobourg	Cobourg	Cobourg District Collegiate Institute West	John Cordukes	Grades 10–12, science, chemistry, biology, environmental science	Science and environmental awareness are brought to life through field trips, partnerships, Web projects
	Chatham	Chatham	John McGregor Secondary School	Kim Lewis	Grades 10 to OAC, drama	Energized drama program and revitalized school drama facilities set stage for real-life drama experiences, prepare students for post-secondary drama programs
	Smiths Falls	Lombardy	Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute	Blake Seward	Grades 9 to OAC, history	Student research on local war dead allows students to learn about their town’s past first-hand and has led to partnership with National Archives to expand project across Canada
	Queensville	Barrie	Queensville Public School	Pat Shedden	Grades 2–3, special education for students with autism	Specialized program focusses on catching students’ interest and developing as much academic knowledge as possible as well as vital social and personal skills
Certificate of Achievement	Brampton	Orangeville	Dorset Drive Public School	Jennifer Beauregard	Grade 2 French immersion, Grade 5 core French	Art, music and teams of learners create lessons to spark interest in the most reluctant students; children continue to excel in higher grades
	Stratford	Stratford	Romeo Public School	Margo Broadbent	Junior and senior kindergarten	Proud Canadian Kids initiative creates proud, knowledgeable Canadians, improves academic skills to an impressive degree, attracts community and business support
	St. Catharines	St. Catharines	Holy Cross Secondary School	James Colli, Patricia Mills Pamela Shara	Learning strategies for high school special needs students	Integration of special needs students into general school population enriches all students’ high school experience, brings pride, confidence and independence to special needs students
	Barrie	Barrie	Emma King Elementary School	Donna DeCourcy	Grade 3, all subjects	Variety of school-wide initiatives enhance students’ learning experience, cultural and visual arts programming opens students eyes to the world
	Belleville	Corbyville	Quinte Secondary School	Raymond Jones	Grades 10 to OAC, physics, science	Working models of hovercraft, bed of nails, static electricity generator vividly demonstrate laws of physics and inspire many students to pursue science in post-secondary studies
	Newmarket	Bond Head	J. L. R. Bell and Stuart Scott Public Schools	Frances Linton-Schell	Reading recovery teacher for elementary grades	School-wide reading proficiency testing program identifies weak readers, highlights their specific deficiencies and challenges, guides instructional strategies to bring reading to grade level and beyond
	Toronto	Toronto	Marc Garneau Collegiate Institute	Michael McMaster	Grades 9 and OAC, mathematics, algebra, calculus	Teacher revitalized school’s enrichment program with a fair admission process, cooperative learning strategies, community donations and fund-raising
	Ottawa	Ottawa	Collège catholique Samuel-Genest	Lise Paiement	Grades 9 to OAC, drama	Teacher shows students how they can better appreciate their Franco-Ontarian culture and develop language skills in the process
	Ajax	Whitby	Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School	Lorraine Ruscitti	Grades 9, 10, 12, core French, English as a second language	Teacher provides wealth of French-language learning opportunities: travel, exchange programs, summer and university French-language courses, bursaries and scholarships
	Hamilton	Hamilton	Sir Allan MacNab Secondary School	Alice Smith	Grades 10–12, civics, entrepreneurial studies	Students creatively exercise growing entrepreneurial skills as they run their own corporations, and develop civic awareness and pride through mock elections, community activity
	Scarborough	North York	J. S. Woodsworth Senior Public School	Ben Tran Nick Tran	Grades 7–8, languages arts, social studies, mathematics, information and communications technology studies	State-of-the-art facilities integrate information and communications technology across the curriculum, make school an exciting, interesting place for students
	Toronto	Keswick	Marc Garneau Collegiate Institute	Henri van Bemmel	Grades 9 to OAC, mathematics, science, physics, astronomy	Designed new courses, curriculum and study units, produced impressive array of lab manuals and other support material; result is spectacular student achievement at science fairs and in Advanced Placement
Manitoba Certificate of Excellence	Winkler	Winnipeg	Garden Valley Collegiate	David Hildebrand	Grades 9–12, business education and computers	Spearheaded mobile learning using personal digital assistants to build team, research and documentation skills, and unexpectedly attracting to girls to technology-based courses
Certificate of Achievement	Winnipeg	Winnipeg	Fort Richmond Collegiate	Robert Adamson	Grades 11–12, biology, chemistry	Science curriculum connects cutting-edge science, environmental issues and teachers in Canada and the Third World, and leads to partnerships with industry and community associations
	Teulon	Inwood	Teulon Collegiate Institute	Ken Overby	Grade 9, 11–12, mathematics, applied mathematics, calculus	Led implementation of new provincial mathematics curricula emphasizing critical thinking, discovery learning and hands-on experiences to reach the largest possible number of students
	Winnipeg	Winnipeg	John W. Gunn Middle School	Christopher Roe Amanda Tétrault	Grades 6–8, outdoor education, social studies and physical education	Exemplary environmental and outdoor education program integrates many subject areas, inspires staff and students to participate in environmental awareness activities
Saskatchewan Certificate of Excellence	Saskatoon	Saskatoon	Opening Doors Program	Patti Sebestyen	Grades 8–12, all subjects in alternative school setting	Thriving alternative education program features a warm and welcoming atmosphere; teacher gains trust and confidence of troubled youths and promotes academic success
Certificate of Achievement	Meadow Lake	Meadow Lake	Jonas Samson Junior High	Terry Dallyn	Grade 9, mathematics, health	Students perform at their academic best due to teacher’s clear expectations, organized plan of noon-hour tutorials, remedial work and cooperation with parents
	Saskatoon	Saskatoon	Marion M. Graham Collegiate	Alan Luciuk Mark Wilderman	Grade 12, integrated English language arts and history course	New integrated course combining Grade 12 history and English covers the Canadian "landscape" in a variety of ways, and develops responsibility, confidence and academic excellence in students
	Melville	Melville	Melville Comprehensive School	Courtney Vaudner	Grade 12, English	Led fellow teachers in developing common evaluation rubrics, exemplars of various forms of writing, remedial writing strategies and professional development to engineer a region-wide improvement in Grade 8–12 writing skills
	Moose Jaw	Moose Jaw	Albert E. Peacock Collegiate	Renee Verge	Grades 9–12, physical education, health	Variety of sports and activities and interesting lessons on health and fitness challenge students to make their best effort and encourage them to take up lifelong physical activity
Alberta Certificate of Excellence	Edmonton	Edmonton	McNally High School	Karen Douziech	Grades 10–12, English, theatre	Dynamic personality, innovative study units, courses designed to complement English language arts courses inspire students to stellar grades and close to 100 percent pass rates
	Wainwright	Wainwright	Wainwright Elementary School	Betty MacLure	Grade 2, all subjects	People of the World telecollaborative project, worldwide keypals, PowerPoint slide shows teach students that learning goes far beyond the walls of a school
	Edmonton	St. Albert	George H. Luck School	Sherry Taylor	Grade 5, all subjects	Animals, magic, role playing, outdoor learning and parental involvement build relationships with students and motivate them to learn
Certificate of Achievement	Edmonton	Edmonton	Old Scona Academic High School	Raymond Adam	Grades 11–12, chemistry	Dynamic hands-on approach to chemistry education balances theoretical and practical learning through lab work and field trips
	Vermilion	Vermilion	Vermilion Elementary School	Bonnie Bauer	Kindergarten to Grade 3, music, early reading intervention	Outstanding music program is known and respected province-wide for the quality of instruction, enthusiasm and skill of its students, positive impact on entire community
	Raymond	Raymond	Raymond Elementary School	Pat Bourne	Grades 1–2, mathematics, language arts, science, social studies, physical education, art, technology	Innovative and consistent use of technology, including computer network and software, prepares Grade 1 and 2 students to excel in Grade 3 provincial testing
	Edmonton	Edmonton	St. Martin School	Natalia Harasymiw	Grade 6, math, science, English and Ukranian language arts, French, religion and Christian family life, social studies, computers, art	Teacher reaches beyond curriculum and textbooks to guest speakers, activities, traditional celebrations and competitions to inspire confidence, help students meet goals and create healthy, contributing citizens
	Edmonton	Sherwood Park	McNally High School	Wes Myck	Grades 10–12, mathematics	Daily noon-hour tutorials, peer group tutoring, homework support line, interactive Web site coaching for mathematics competitions improve student achievement
British Columbia Certificate of Excellence	Campbell River	Campbell River	Timberline Secondary School	Kevin Harrison	Grades 10–12, media studies, career preparation	School-based television station, multimedia internship program, community video projects improve student academics and behaviour, prepare students for employment on professional film sets and in television
	Vancouver	North Vancouver	General Gordon Elementary School	Robert Heidbreder	Grade 1, all subjects	Dozens of unique handmade puppets each with a signature poem fill the classroom with fun and adventure and guide children into the world of learning
	Burnaby	Coquitlam	Alpha Secondary School	Jack Trovato	Grades 8–12, drama	Extra- and co-curricular theatre company showcases knowledge, skills and attitudes learned in class in school theatre productions and competitions
Certificate of Achievement	Port Hardy	Port Hardy	Robert Scott Elementary School	Alana Check	Grades 5–6, all subjects	Activities build on and extend beyond curriculum to open students to civic responsibility, science and environmental awareness, the history of their province and country
	Grand Forks	Christina Lake	Grand Forks Secondary School	Keith Farnworth	Grades 10–12, mathematics	Careful, consistent teaching motivates students to succeed: they receive above average provincial diploma exam marks, and write and do well on college-level exams
	Victoria	Victoria	St. Michaels University School	Michael Jackson	Grades 11–12, geology, physics, earth science, environmental science	Connections between mind and environment, classroom and natural world, theoretical concepts and real learning attract high numbers of girls to courses and lead to outstanding student performance
	Penticton	Penticton	Penticton Secondary School	Jean Padwick	Grade 12, English literature	Entertaining, effective teaching "in the round" with costumes and props, journal exercises promoting self-expression and self-examination spell highest provincial participation rates and higher than average pass rate for students
	Abbotsford	South Surrey	King Traditional Elementary School	Molly Paterson	Kindergarten	Eclectic collection of imaginative teaching techniques and resources helps children thrive and develop advanced reading skills
	Victoria	Victoria	South Park Family School	Linda Picciotto	Grades 1–2, all subjects	Skilled application of hands-on teaching strategies in atmosphere of mutual trust and respect produces high attendance rates, success on provincial tests of reading and writing and continued excellence in secondary school
	Vancouver	Vancouver	Windermere Secondary School	Maggie Przyborowska	Grade 9, 11, 12, mathematics	Courses adapted to suit a variety of needs and skill levels, and range of instructional approaches to broaden understanding and appreciation of math help students excel on provincial exams
	Slocan	Crescent Valley	W. E. Graham Community School	Walter Swetlishoff	Grades 7–9, mathematics, science	Students’ career opportunities expand with "value-added" courses teaching a range of technical skills plus creativity, flexibility, commitment to continuous learning and emotional connection to work
Northwest Territories Certificate of Achievement	Yellowknife	Yellowknife	École St. Joseph School	Susan Franklin	Literacy support for students in Grades 3–6	Literacy support emphasizes development of a host of specific reading skills, hooks students into writing with real-life writing situations, improves student literacy by several grade levels
Nunavut Certificate of Excellence	Kimmirut	Kimmirut	Qaqqalik School	Pascale Baillargeon	Grades 10–12, fine arts, social studies, math, science, northern studies, outdoor education, computer technology, shop, life skills modules (part of the career technology studies program), career and life management, career planning and preparation	Honours Inuit culture by integrating elements of traditional life into school curriculum, has boosted school attendance to 85 to 90 percent and raised high school graduation rates
Certificate of Achievement	Baker Lake	Baker Lake	Jonah Amitnaaq High School	Bill Cooper	Grades 9–12, career planning, science, biology, chemistry	Culturally relevant science projects, extensive involvement in science fairs and science-related extracurricular activities develop pride in work, improved overall school performance, teamwork and organizational skills

2002–2003 Recipients of the Prime Minister's Awards for Excellence in Early Childhood Education

Province/ Territory and Type of Award	Community of Early Childhood Education Setting	Home Community of Early Childhood Educator	Name of Setting	Name of Educator	Type of Setting	Headline
Prince Edward Island Certificate of Excellence	Tignish	Anglo	Magic Moments Child Care Centre	Tracy Doyle	Child care centre for children ages 0–12	Integrated service introduces community to the benefits of quality care and early childhood education, creates active, independent learners and has inspired others to enter field
Quebec Certificate of Excellence	Masson-Angers	Masson-Angers	Au jardin d’Alexandre	Denis Archambault Marie-Josée Portelance	Family child care centre for children ages 3–5	High-quality theatrical productions give children a moment of glory; thematic programs focus on children’s learning and build ties with the community
	Drummondville	St-Germain Grantham	Centre de la petite enfance À tire d’aile	Geneviève Provençal	Child care centre for children ages 0–5	Games and costumes allow children to play out social roles, either themselves or with puppets; 15 play corners meet different play needs and promote child development
Certificate of Achievement	Neufchâtel	Loretteville	Garderie Gavroche	Sylvie Michaud	Child care centre for four year olds	Young explorers learn about the world by collecting wildflowers, planting a garden, learning basic yoga and tai chi and visiting people and places in the community
Ontario Certificate of Excellence	Niagara Falls	Niagara Falls	Boys and Girls Club of Niagara	Pamela Blanchfield	Child care centre for children ages 0–12	Adapted and expanded programs to meet changing needs of community, daily assessment procedures ensure quality of care, school readiness developed through computer access, reading program, cultural celebrations
Certificate of Achievement	Thunder Bay	Thunder Bay	Mahmowenchike Child Care Centre	Valerie Charlie Keith McCrady	Child care centre for children ages 18 to 30 months (toddler program)	Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal children in urban setting experience the heritage, language and culture of the Anishnawbe people while exploring all areas of child development
	Toronto	Toronto	Yes I Can! Nursery School	Janet MacDougall	Nursery school for children ages 30 months to 6 years	Specialized program bridges the gap between nursery school and regular school system for special needs children; outreach program provides nursery school experience for terminally ill children
	Oakville	Oakville	Montessori Preschool Centre, Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning	Vi Matheson	Preschool program for children ages 30 months to six years	Just the right game, puzzle or exercise nourishes each child’s love of learning; unique record-keeping system carefully and regularly monitors their progress
	Hamilton	Hamilton	Today’s Family: Caring for Your Child	Jamie Lee Millen	Child care centre and family program for children ages 1 month to 6 years	Programs tailored with an awareness of children’s developmental progress involve parents to determine and answer children’s interests and needs
	Mississauga	Brampton	Region of Peel Cooksville Child Care Centre	Sonia Tavares	Child care centre for children ages 18 months to 5 years	Program designed for each special needs child with individualized support materials builds relationship of trust with both child and parent
	Ottawa	Ottawa	Charlotte Birchard Centres of Early Learning	Andrea Zadow	Licensed child care setting for children ages 3–4	Delightful, innovative musical and movement activities expand and enhance children’s learning, lead to many other "teachable moments"
Manitoba Certificate of Excellence	Langruth	McCreary Langruth Plumas	Childcare-Family Access Network (C-FAN) Inc.	Tammy Gingras Donna Huyber Rosemarie Klein	Child care centre for children ages 0–12	Open-ended programs allow age-appropriate activities in a mixed-age setting, a necessary feature of small community child care centres; creative play includes aspects of farm life, integration of children with special needs, music and puppets
British Columbia Certificate of Excellence	Vancouver	Vancouver	Little People Parent Participation Preschool	Elizabeth Reid	Preschool centre for children ages 3–4	Structured and unstructured play captures children’s imagination, encourages self-expression, creates and builds "teachable moments," develops teamwork, sharing and skills
Certificate of Achievement	Coquitlam	Coquitlam	Sunny Gate Montessori Preschool and Kindergarten	Anise Abdulla	Child care centre for children from 30 months to 6 years	Carefully developed themes of investigation and learning that involve all senses and fun educational songs touch children’s lives, excite their curiosity, expand their horizons and enrich their learning
	Burnaby	Burnaby	Little Angels Daycare	Parin Almidhamed	Child care centre for children ages 3–8	Older children serve as role models for younger children, which builds confidence and love of learning in both as they learn about other cultures, religions and languages around the world and in Canada
	Sidney	Sidney	Sidney Preschool	Glenice Barber	Cooperative preschool for children ages 3–4	Cheerful, creative and rich learning environment tailored to children’s needs and interests provides constructive guidance for parent assistants who visit the classroom on a regular schedule
	Duncan	Duncan	Growing Together Child and Parent Society	Genevieve Boden	School-based infant and toddler child care centre for children ages 1 month to 3 years	Stimulating, friendly atmosphere meets needs of both school-aged parents and their little ones, nurtures and encourages parenting skills, provides information and other resources
	Comox	Comox	Roseberry Preschool	Lesley Henderson	Preschool program for children ages 3–5	Rich and exciting learning environment fosters exploration, creativity and cooperation using children’s interests and questions to inspire projects and promote learning; huge dinosaur models, art gallery shows, community activities follow
	Coquitlam	Maple Ridge	Step Together Learning Centre	Valerie Lavallie	Special needs child care centre for children ages 30 months to 6 years	Inclusion in all activities, means all children, regardless of ability, participate in therapeutic intervention exercises, speech and language therapies as well as story time, gardening, outdoor play, excursions to community events
	Duncan	Duncan	Le’lum’uy’l	Al Lawrence	Child care centre for children ages 0–5	Policies and procedures of Aboriginal based child-care centre on Cowichan reserve qualify centre for previously unavailable grants and subsidies, create a culturally focused curriculum, allow implementation of culturally appropriate evaluation, observation and record-keeping
	Vancouver	Port Moody	Waterside Child Development Centre	Leanna Logan	Child care centre for children ages 18 months to 4 years	Hot lunch program nourishes children’s bodies, individualized planning, encompassing all areas of development, captivates and challenges their minds
	Nanaimo	Nanaimo	Creative Years Daycare and Preschool	MaryLou Sharpe	Child care centre for children ages 30 months to 5 years	Daily routines and seasonal tasks of two-acre organic hobby farm shape and inspire child care program, give children opportunities to help with tasks, learn confidence and responsibility
	Victoria	Victoria	Tiny Tots Daycare	Rosalind Turcotte	Child care centre for children ages 18 months to 3 years	"Baby dolls" allow children to prepare for a new sibling, sorting games recognize early math interest, songs stimulate language development
Yukon Certificate of Excellence	Old Crow	Old Crow	Tri Nin Tsul Zeh	Elizabeth Kaye	Family day home for children ages 18 months to 5 years	Exemplary learning environment draws links between learning and daily lives, uses traditional culture as a teaching tool; educator designs or adapts activities to meet developmental level and interests of individual children
Certificate of Achievement	Whitehorse	Whitehorse	Jasbir’s Family Dayhome	Jasbir Randhawa	Family child care program for children ages 2–12	Educator’s passion for human rights, appreciation of different cultural traditions, strong commitment to early childhood education result in a program that helps all children feel safe, secure and valued
Northwest Territories Certificate of Achievement	Hay River	Hay River	Hay River Playschool	Rhonda Latimer Norma Shaw	Playschool for children ages 3–5	Program celebrates wide cultural diversity of the centre’s population; learning centres aid development of skills, community projects skills and knowledge

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