Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs) are dedicated to upholding the Code of Ethics.

The Code reflects the profession’s core beliefs and values of care, respect, trust, and integrity. These beliefs and values are fundamental to RECEs and guide their practice and conduct.

A. Responsibilities to Children

RECEs make the well-being, learning and care of children their foremost responsibility. They value children’s rights and create learning environments where all children can experience a sense of belonging and inclusion.

RECEs foster children’s joy of learning through child-centered and play-based pedagogy.

RECEs respect and nurture children’s first language and traditional language and culture. They demonstrate a commitment to address the individual rights and needs of Indigenous children and their families. They respect each child’s uniqueness, dignity and potential.

B. Responsibilities to Families

RECEs build and maintain responsive and collaborative relationships with families. These relationships are based on mutual trust, openness, and respect for confidentiality.

RECEs work in partnership with families, sharing knowledge and resources to support the well-being and learning of children. RECEs recognize and respect the uniqueness and diversity of families. They provide meaningful opportunities for families to contribute to the learning environment and their child’s experiences.

C. Responsibilities to Colleagues and to the Profession

RECEs build positive relationships with colleagues by demonstrating respect, trust, and integrity. They support, mentor, and collaborate with colleagues, including students aspiring to the profession.

RECEs value lifelong learning and reflective practice and engage in the Continuous Professional Learning program. Through their practice and leadership, RECEs support the profession’s advancement in their workplaces and the wider community. They recognize that their conduct as professionals contributes to the public’s trust in the profession.

D. Responsibilities to the Community and the Public

RECEs provide and promote high-quality early years programs and services to support children and families. They build connections and collaborate with community partners to enhance programs and promote the integration of services.

RECEs communicate the value and importance of early childhood education in their communities and to the broader public. They advocate for the well-being of children and families.