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Provider News Congratulation to Swathika A. and her family on the birth of their daughter on April 25

th. Baby and mom are doing well.

Northalta extends congratulations to Su K. on becoming a Canadian citizen. We are very happy for you and your family.

Northalta was pleased by the amount of Providers who attended the Provider Conference! We want to extend a special thank you to Parminder W., Harvir, Chhaya, Radhika and their daughters for the bhangra dance presentation. It was very much enjoyed.

Empties for Angels Bottle Drive with 102.3 NOW Radio – The fundraiser has finished and Northalta is excited to announce Northalta staff, Providers and families raised approximately $420.00 for Declan. We extend a huge thank you to everyone who donated their bottles and to the Northalta consultants, Tabitha & Christina and their families for their efforts. We all wish Declan and his family the best in the future.

Northalta distributes child related information to Providers and Families. The information will be on children’s issues, family health and safety.

“Contact” Newsletter—Spring 2017 —AHS Childcare Initiative Newsletter – “For people interested in the health of preschoolers”. Visit http://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/programs/ps-5834-contact-nls-spring-2017.pdf

Apple Magazine- AHS health and wellness magazine. It is filled with information families can use to make their life healthier. Please visit http://www.albertahealthservices.ca/news/apple.aspx

Address: 8155–79 Ave NW Edmonton AB. T6C-0P9 Ph: 780 448-1301; Fax: 780 461-0351

Email: office@northaltacare.com Website: www.northaltacare.com

Northalta News

May 2017

Elzbieta joined Northalta in 2004. When she decided to open her own day home she says “it was the best

choice I ever made”. Elzbieta values diversity and provides a variety of opportunities to learn about other

cultures through food, songs, dance and dress up play. She was awarded the Alberta Child Care

Professional Award of Excellence in 2007. Elzbieta’s visits are a pleasure as she demonstrates

professionalism and a fun energetic attitude.

“In our opinion Ela provides an exceptional level of child care. Her pre-school program sets the kids up for success

in kindergarten by providing them with the appropriate math and language arts skills. The meals are always homemade,

often with organic ingredients, nourishing their brains and bodies. On top of all this, Ela is warm and caring and treats

everyone like family. We are very lucky to have our kids in her extremely capable care.” Facundo family

“Ela provides the best childcare to our son! She is such a sweet, loving, caring, amazing woman. B. loves her so much. He learns so much at her day home. She is always playing games with them, teaching them about letters, colors, shapes, etc., doing arts and crafts, and spending time outside. Ela spends a lot of time teaching and showing our son new things, but also teaching him right from wrong which I really appreciate. All of her kids are so sweet, well behaved, and respectful. They all say please, thank you, and excuse me. It is very important to my husband and I that our son is at a day home that teaches him respect and right from wrong but is also with someone who cares for him and loves him. Ela takes a lot of time to prepare for her day home kids each week. Between cooking the best and healthiest food for them and creating new and exciting ways to learn and play she keeps very busy. I am beyond grateful for her and for all the love she gives to our son. I could not imagine being so comfortable with leaving my son with anyone else. She deserves every award and praise in my mind. Thanks!” Guest Family

Praise the Provider

The helping hands of Northalta staff

and their families going to the bottle

depot

Su, her family and Northalta

consultants enjoyed this special ceremony.

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Upcoming Community Celebrations

May 12th

- Provider Appreciation Day is a day of recognition celebrated annually on the Friday before Mother's Day. Take time this month to show appreciation to your Provider by: sending flowers or a card of appreciation, give your provider a paid day off, purchase something for the day home or provide lunch for the group. Visit the Provider Appreciation Day website at http://providerappreciationday.org/

May 14th

- Mother’s Day is a day to express gratitude towards mothers and mother figures. Mother figures may include step-mothers, mothers-in-law, guardians, foster parents, and family friends. It is the time for people to thank those women who took the time to care for them and help them through life.

May 22nd

- Victoria Day - The Monday before May 25 is Victoria Day, a Canadian statutory holiday, the official birthday of Queen Elizabeth II.

May 27th

- First day of Ramadan Many Muslims in Canada fast during the daylight hours in the month of Ramadan. Fasting during

Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars (fundamental religious duties) of Islam. It is a time of self-examination and increased religious

devotion. The fast is broken with prayer and a meal called the iftar after sunset.

May 30st

to June 4th

International Children’s Festival - For over three decades the Northern Alberta International Children’s

Festival has served as a signature cultural event for the region. From interaction with artists and performers from around the

world,to the ability to learn about far away places and time periods, to the hands-on creation of one-of-a-kind artistic masterpieces,

this festival is a truly unique family experience. For more information call 1-780-459-1542 or visit their website

https://stalbert.ca/exp/childfest/about-the-festival/

Northalta Summer Hours –the Northalta office will be

closed at 4:00 on Fridays July 7-August 11. We will resume regular office hours, 8:00-4:30 as of August 18th.

Providers Anniversaries

*Sahar I.-4 years * Jedeliza P.-2yr *Saba T. -2yr

*Rajaa A.-1yr *Allana P.-1 yr

Provider Pay Night and Workshop Location: Ascension Lutheran Church 8405-83 Street NW Use rear entrance

Providers Birthdays

*Jenny L. *Jedeliza P. *Saima M. * Nicole C.

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“What you're supposed to do when you don't like a thing is change it. If you can't change it, change the way

you think about it. Don't complain.”

― Maya Angelou, Wouldn't Take Nothing for My Journey Now

“What you're supposed to do when

you don't like a thing is change it. If

you can't change it, change the way

you think about it. Don't complain.”

― Maya Angelou, Wouldn't Take

Nothing for My Journey Now

Northalta Book of the Month

Please contact Tabitha at 780-448-1301 or email to add these books to your library. Tabitha@northaltacare.com Congratulation to April “Book of the Month” winners:

Provider: Elzbieta J. Parent: Guest Family

Grow! Raise! Catch! by Shelley Rotner 32 pages This photo filled nonfiction pick shows kids where food comes from!

ITEM #17E7

Paperback Exclusive! $4.99 Plus Tax

DOUBLE your DOLLARS

Northalta is offering a “Child Recruitment Incentive”

The Provider or family with the highest number of referrals from

January 1st – June 30th, 2017 will have their Incentive Dollars doubled.

Northalta will match the incentive amount!

Child’s Age Child Recruitment Incentive *

0-3 years $100.00

Over 3 years $125.00

We look forward to welcoming new Families into our

quality approved day homes!

*Please contact Northalta for more information.

Provider Appreciation Day Month

It Takes a Village to Raise a Child

Definition (Expression): an ancient African proverb says it takes a whole village to raise a child, which means the responsibility of raising a child does not lie in the parents alone, but also with the extended family and in some cases the whole community. Day home Providers are part of the “village”. Northalta and the Providers take this responsibility seriously by understanding our role in helping bolster, strengthen and reinforce the lessons the parent is trying to teach their child. The Provider’s family also deserve special acknowledgement for their role in the day home. With family support, Providers create an environment of which contributes to children’s ongoing growth and development. Providers do an amazing job of balancing the children in their day home.

Northalta appreciates and recognizes Providers for

their ongoing dedication to child care.

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ACCREDITATION OF EARLY LEARNING AND CARE SERVICES

Accreditation - Keep Rolling! Part 3 We are looking forward to the Accreditation - Keep Rolling Part 3 workshop on May 29th.

During the past 2 Accreditation workshops we have discussed the importance of creating and maintaining a high

quality child care environment. We will be having the 3rd

session of our Accreditation workshops on May 29th

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workshop will discuss how we incorporate community into our day homes and provide an opportunity for

Providers to discuss their community involvement. We ask providers and families to share their community

contacts so other Providers may include this in their programming. If you brought in a music teacher, dance

teacher, a firefighter or a popsicle truck let us know.

We see Providers are:

Taking an active role in creating an environment that supports learning through play. Offering a program that is inclusive to children from diverse families and cultural backgrounds, and to children

with additional support needs. Reflecting on program planning; are the children benefitting from the program? Are the children and families

offering input and ideas? Having authentic conversation with the children; hearing what they have to say and how they feel. Inviting families to be an active part of the day home through meaningful interactions and conversations. Promoting the importance and making connections to different community resources and organizations. Including elements of nature in the day home environment; plants, fish tanks, gardens and rocks. Promoting physical literacy with children; playing tag, basketball, soccer, baseball.

Provider attendance at the workshop is required.

Parents can also support their Provider by promptly picking up their child on workshop day.

This allows all our providers to participate in this professional development opportunity.

Parents are welcome to join our workshops to better familiarize themselves

with the information and support their Providers.

Children deserve child care that promotes the principles the standards are based upon.

We celebrate diversity

We celebrate family involvement

We celebrate physical activity

We celebrate connecting with nature

We celebrate community

Alberta Child Care Accreditation Standards

Recognizing excellence in child care

across Alberta