Early Childhood Resource Consultant Network of Ontario

Early Childhood Resource Consultant Network of Ontario Welcome! In 1985 a group of Resource Teachers recognized many common concerns and needs of professionals working with exceptional children and their families.

The ECRCNO FB Page provides Resource Teachers & Consultants from the Preschool Special Needs Resourcing community an opportunity to post topics and share ideas! Annual conferences were sponsored to address those needs and led to an interest in the development of a provincially recognized organization. In 1990 this interest resulted in the accreditation of the Early Childhood Resource Teacher Netwo

rk of Ontario. The following links outline the philosophy, objectives and by-laws by which the ECRTNO operates.

Tracy joined the ECRCNO Board of Directors as the Website and Social Media Manager in 2023 and has been in the early chi...
06/11/2026

Tracy joined the ECRCNO Board of Directors as the Website and Social Media Manager in 2023 and has been in the early childhood education field since 1994. Tracy currently works at Community Living Hamilton as a supervisor in Inclusion Services and teaches in the Resource Teacher certificate program at Mohawk College.

Tracy has worked in a variety of positions over the years including classroom educator, support facilitator, resource teacher, home child care provider, access facilitator, college professor, and supervisor. In addition to her experience in the early years sector, Tracy brings a passion for technology to her role on the ECRCNO board.



Meet Julie Paterson, Director of the Eastern Region.Julie joined the ECRCNO Board of Directors in 2024 as Eastern Region...
06/10/2026

Meet Julie Paterson, Director of the Eastern Region.

Julie joined the ECRCNO Board of Directors in 2024 as Eastern Region Director. With more than 30 years of experience in developmental services and early childhood education, she has worked in a variety of roles, including developmental services, early childhood education, ABA and autism therapy, and resource consulting.

Julie is passionate about neuroaffirming practices that embrace a strengths- and rights-based approach to developmental differences, supporting children’s unique identities through inclusive and responsive environments.



Meet Our BoardIntroducing Cathy Courville, Director of the North Western Region. Cathy has served as the ECRCNO North Ea...
06/06/2026

Meet Our Board

Introducing Cathy Courville, Director of the North Western Region.

Cathy has served as the ECRCNO North Eastern Regional Director since 2019. With an Honours BA in Psychology from Brock University and more than 26 years in the early childhood sector, she has worked as both a Resource Teacher and Resource Consultant. She currently serves as Child Care Quality Assurance Program Manager with the Cochrane District Social Services Administration Board (CDSSAB), supporting quality initiatives across a large northern region.

Cathy is a passionate advocate for children's mental health, serving as a chapter leader with Parents for Children's Mental Health (PCMH), a member of the Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario Provincial Family Advisory Committee, and an adult ally on her city's Youth Committee. She is also a Hanen Learning Language and Loving It trainer.

As Regional Director, Cathy helps grow ECRCNO membership across Northern Ontario, ensures northern perspectives are represented, and keeps members informed and connected to ECRCNO initiatives.



Meet Heidi Olson, our current ECRCNO Treasurer.Heidi brings extensive experience supporting children from birth through ...
06/03/2026

Meet Heidi Olson, our current ECRCNO Treasurer.

Heidi brings extensive experience supporting children from birth through school age. Before becoming a Resource Consultant with Peel Inclusion Resource Services and ErinoakKids, she worked as an Educator, Foster Caregiver, Social Skills Facilitator, Autism Behavioural Therapist, and Parent Coach.

A lifelong advocate for early learning, Heidi's passion began in childhood when she would sneak into the neighbourhood nursery school to join in the play and learning. Today, she enjoys spending time with her family at the cottage, hiking trails, and paddling lakes while connecting with nature.



Community Living North Halton We were so glad you came! Thanks for joining us at the 2026 ECRCNO Conference.
06/03/2026

Community Living North Halton We were so glad you came! Thanks for joining us at the 2026 ECRCNO Conference.

Join us for the June Community of Practice. Come together, share ideas and resources on topics that you find the most m...
06/02/2026

Join us for the June Community of Practice. Come together, share ideas and resources on topics that you find the most meaningful to your work.

This event is for members only.

tinyurl.com/ECRCNOCoPJune2026



Meet the Board ✨We’re excited to highlight Anna Patola, Director of the Central Toronto Region for ECRCNO.Anna joined th...
06/01/2026

Meet the Board ✨

We’re excited to highlight Anna Patola, Director of the Central Toronto Region for ECRCNO.

Anna joined the ECRTNO Board of Directors in 2019 and is currently the Director for the Central Toronto Region. She also works as Training Coordinator and Program Development at Humber Polytechnic, where she supports City Wide Training services within the Every Child Belongs Model. In this role, she leads professional learning and sector capacity-building initiatives that strengthen inclusive practice across the early years community.

Anna has over 25 years of experience in the early childhood sector in a variety of educational roles. Throughout her career, she has been committed to advancing inclusive practice and strengthening community partnerships.



At conference last week the ECRCNO announced the launch of a NEW PODCAST specifically for Resource Consultants and those...
06/01/2026

At conference last week the ECRCNO announced the launch of a NEW PODCAST specifically for Resource Consultants and those working in similar roles across Ontario.

The Resource Table: Early Childhood Inclusion Conversations Across Ontario was created to provide relevant, practical, and meaningful conversations that support inclusive practice and professional growth. Through solo episodes, interviews, discussions, and shared experiences, we will explore the realities of inclusion work and highlight the voices, strategies, and ideas shaping our field.

Whether you're a Resource Consultant, Inclusion Facilitator, Early Childhood Educator, Supervisor, or aspiring inclusion professional, this podcast was designed with you in mind.

6 episodes are available now, and we encourage you to listen, subscribe, and share with your colleagues. Together, we can continue building a stronger, more connected inclusion community across Ontario.

🎙️ Start listening today and join the conversation.

https://tinyurl.com/ECRCNOpodcast



05/30/2026

Paul's opening keynote had us laughing and reminded us that while change may be inevitable, how we respond is a choice.


05/26/2026

✨ Meet Our Friday Panelists ✨

We’re excited to welcome this incredible group of leaders and professionals for our Friday panel discussion:

Building Inclusive Practice through Relationships, Resilience and System Alignment

This important conversation will explore the realities, challenges, and opportunities within inclusive early years practice, while highlighting the power of collaboration, professional resilience, and systems that truly support children, families, and educators.

Featuring:
Dr. Emis Akbari
Tara Matte
Deborah Gorres

📅 May 29, 2026

This panel promises thoughtful discussion, diverse perspectives, and meaningful reflection for professionals across the early years sector.



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