Inclusion Summit 2027
Registration is now open for the 2027 Inclusion Summit on Early Learning and Child Care! This annual professional learning event is open to all early learning professionals who are passionate about creating inclusive spaces where all children can thrive in the early years.
Time and Location
Mar 11, 2027, 8:00 a.m.
Fantasyland Hotel, 17700 87 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 4V4, Canada
About
Inclusion Summit on Early Learning and Child Care
The Inclusion Summit welcomes anyone who works with young children in an early learning setting, including child care centre program directors, classroom teachers, educational assistants, and family dayhome educators.
This year’s Summit will include a welcome message and keynote address by Zachary Weeks followed by a full day of learning with Dr. Shelley Moore. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with likeminded professionals and browse the vendor hall between learning sessions.
When
March 11, 2027, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where
In-person at Fantasyland Hotel (17700 87 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 4V4)
Speakers
Dr. Shelley Moore
Dr. Moore is a teacher, researcher, speaker, and storyteller with a background in inclusive and special education, curriculum, and teacher professional development. She works with school districts and community organizations locally, nationally, and internationally to support practical, evidence-based approaches to increase access for all learners.
Zachary Weeks
Born and raised in Edmonton, Zachary is an accessibility and inclusion advocate and spokesperson on disability issues. Zachary was a recipient of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2012 and is an alumnus of the Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference. He has served as co-chair of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities planning committee in Edmonton from 2011 to the present.
Policy Invitational
This half-day learning session with Dr. Moore will explore inclusion in the early years through a research and policy lens. Policymakers and researchers whose work relates to early learning, inclusion, and childhood disability will benefit from attending.
When
March 12, 2027, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where
Online or in-person at Kids Included (12852 141 Street, Edmonton, AB T5L 4N8)
Interested in Sponsorship?
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact communications@kidsincluded.ca for more information.
Tickets
Admission: Summit
Inclusion Summit 2027. March 11, 2027 admission only. In-person at Fantasyland Hotel (17700 87 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 4V4)
$275.00
Admission: Policy, In-person
Policy Invitational. March 12, 2027 admission only. In-person at Kids Included (12852 141 Street, Edmonton, AB)
$50.00
Admission: Policy, Online
Policy Invitational. March 12, 2027 admission only. Online via invitation link.
$40.00
Admission: Summit + Policy
Inclusion Summit 2027 + Policy Invitational. On March 11, 2027, Summit admission is in-person at Fantasyland Hotel (17700 87 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 4V4). On March 12, 2027, Policy Invitational admission is in-person at Kids Included (12852 141 Street, Edmonton, AB T5L 4N8).
$300.00
Total
$0.00
Empowering Equipment Fund
We rely entirely on donations to provide communication devices, power mobility devices, and other supportive equipment for children in our programs, including our patented emPOWER Cars.
Donating to the Empowering Equipment Fund offers direct, life-changing support for children with disabilities and their families.