About Us
The Daycare Society has a long history within our community. It was established in 1973 and was incorporated under the Societies Act as a Not-for-Profit Daycare in June 1978.
In 1995, the Daycare Society recognized a need in the community to provide families with quality out-of-school care. The program was initially offered in the “Old Red Barn” and then moved to Elizabeth Rummel School (ERS) in 1998.
The level of care and education of our children has always been a priority to the community. In 2011 the Society was invited and took the necessary steps to deliver Junior Kindergarten programming at Elizabeth Rummel School. This program continues today, providing children with two full days of Junior Kindergarten per week.
In more recent history, the society collaborated with multiple community stakeholders including parents, volunteers, multiple levels of government, and local trades to successfully construct and open a new state-of-the-art daycare building, called the Roundhouse, which we moved into in April 2012. The facility boasts a professional kitchen and employs a full-time chef. Our service includes a nutritional food program for children & and employees. We have five spacious classrooms, a mini gym, a courtyard, playgrounds, a garden, and access to outdoor spaces around Canmore.
Mission: To support Bow Valley families by providing a stimulating and nurturing environment for each child.
Vision: Growing a bright future for the Bow Valley.
Core Values:
Child-Centred: a focus on the unique needs, interests, & developmental progress of each child.
Quality Partnerships with Families: a supportive and collaborative approach that embraces diversity and inclusion.
Positive Workplace Culture: supported, valued, & engaged educators provide high-quality, nurturing care.
Strong Community Connection: integrating community resources & building strong relationships provide enriched experiences for children and their families.
Effective Communication: Respectful, transparent & consistent communication ensures the successful delivery of our programs.
Board of Directors
Canmore Community Childcare Is Governed By A Volunteer Board Of Directors Comprised Of Parents And Interested Community Members. The Board Members Are Elected At Our Annual General Meeting Held Each October.
We invite those who are interested to put their name forward at the AGM held in October. Becoming a board member is a great opportunity to make a substantial contribution to the quality of their child’s care. Board meetings are held every second month.
Matters requiring Board attention should be brought to the attention of the Executive Director who will report to the Board. Alternatively, the Board chair can be directly contacted via email at chair@canmorechildcare.ca
Our Team
Executive Director
Julie Julian
Finance Manager
Krista Armstrong
Daycare Program Coordinator
Sarah Hildebrand
Out of School Care Manager
Kirstie Shackel