| QAE Quebec Association of Educators |
| As you will read in my article entitled “To Be Posted” (see page 3, PDF newsletter, see below), the future of the role played by Educators as we know it today, is in jeopardy (is in danger). During the last 25 years the role of the Educator has evolved from one of glorified babysitter/custodian, to that of clinician/professional. Professionals who make clinical decisions based on their observations, who make therapeutic intervention plans with children and families and who then carry out the interventions defined in those plans. Bill 21 as it stands would set the Educator's functions back to 25 years. This Bill will have a major impact at Batshaw Youth and Family Centres (the largest educator employer) and other institutions that depend on the Educators. The QAE has joined with other groups who represent Educators. Melanie Fournier, as QAE Vice- President and I, as President have been participating in meetings with the «Regroupement québécois des associations professionnelles de l’éducation spécialisée» and are in the process of informing the government about the realities of the role of the Educator in the hope of making changes to this Bill before it becomes Law. We congratulate Tony Maciocia, one of the founders of the QAE, on having been the recipient of the Manny Batshaw Award this year. As some of you are well aware Tony has always believed in the value of the Educator role in the field of child and youth care. Over the years Tony has played an important role throughout Canada and the USA organizing and participating in a wide range of activities and conferences associated with child and youth care work. This award to Tony was well merited and we are proud that he was honored for his achievements in this area. QAE board meetings are held every 3rd Thursday of the month at 6 Weredale Park, Room # 168. These meetings are open to all members and non-members. We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our members, their families and friends a safe and pleasant holidays. Roger Fortin, President Quebec Association of Educators |
| QAE Code of Ethics - Preamble |
| This code is based on fundamental values that are generic among the helping professions. By promoting the full development of a child's potential through their life span, there is the recognition that Child Care and Youth Care Practitioners work to ensure that the total need of each child in his/her care are met. This begins with the belief in the dignity, worth and uniqueness of each individual and the commitment to increasing a youngster's understanding of himself and others. It acknowledges that practice is carried out in the context of employer or employing organization. |
| The helping professional uses his/her SELF to assure growth, promoting and enhanced problem-solving experiences for individual children, their families and client group. The professional engages with others, understanding that social life is a PROCESS that views human growth and development as dynamic, challenging, evolving and strengthening experience for all. |
| Varda Mann-Feder was also recognized for her work as editor of the Journal of Child and Youth Care Work. |
| Tony Maciocia thanking the ACYCP President David Thomas for his recognition of all the work Tony has done for the International Child and Youth Care Conferences over the years. |
| The socio-legal framework pertaining to all residents of Quebec, in conjunction with professional values, enables the practitioner to work with and to serve; clients, families, employers, colleagues, community, society and the profession. |
| As workers in the Child and Youth Care Network, practice is sanctioned by Quebec society through the reserved title "Educator" ("Child and Youth Care Worker"). Practice is founded on a body of knowledge and systematic theory with ongoing research which is expressed through regional, national and international Child and Youth Care publications, journals and conferences. Preparation and training is established through Le Ministére de l=Éducation du Québec and spans the educational system at local CEGEPS, at undergraduate and graduate levels both nationally, and internationally. Students must complete the practical training or "Stage" component under professional supervision as required within the curricula of the teaching institutions. Employment (practice) necessitates the assurance of ongoing clinical supervision and a strengthening competency consistent with the newest knowledge, understanding and methodologies. This recognizes changing individual and family needs in the context of an evolving community within a dynamic society. |
| L'Association des Éducateurs et des Éducatrices du Québec/Quebec Association of Educators is committed to ensuring ethical practice as stated in this Code. The framework and directives of Le Ministére de la Santé et des Services Sociaux and Le Ministére de l'Éducation set the practice parameters. The Association advocates for certification of practitioners through the accreditation of this professional body by l'Office des Professions du Québec. This will affirm quality, integrity and professionalism in the ethical fulfillment of the role and function of the Child Care and Youth Care Practitioner/Educator who practices in Québec. |
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The 14th National Child and Youth Care Conference held in Montreal in October 2006
was one of the most significant to date. That is due to the Quebec Association of
Educators partnering with the French speaking child and youth care associations of the
province and the Association of Child and Youth Care Practice to stage the 8th
International Child and Youth Care Conference. The conference drew a historic 1600
plus registration, an unheard of number when typically conferences draw 400-800
registrants. The opportunity created for sharing and networking was unprecedented and
hopefully will change the constitution of the field for years to come with greater dialogue
and collaboration.
was one of the most significant to date. That is due to the Quebec Association of
Educators partnering with the French speaking child and youth care associations of the
province and the Association of Child and Youth Care Practice to stage the 8th
International Child and Youth Care Conference. The conference drew a historic 1600
plus registration, an unheard of number when typically conferences draw 400-800
registrants. The opportunity created for sharing and networking was unprecedented and
hopefully will change the constitution of the field for years to come with greater dialogue
and collaboration.
Much of the credit for the success of the event goes to Tony Maciocia, Executive Director
of the QAE for striking the partnerships and then guiding the planning committee
through incredible challenges including the bankruptcy of the initial conference
promoter. That it came together at all was remarkable. The next International will be
held in Fort Lauderdale in 2009
The QAE also hosted the annual meetings of the Council and the ACYCP at the
Batshaw Child and Family Services centre in Weredale Park. Association President,
Phillip Alleyne was a fabulous host and airport arrivals coordinator. His work and that of
his colleagues to make the Montreal experience the best it could be will stand out for
people looking back on this event. His patience and attention to detail was remarkable.
Unfortunately, these commitments took him away from the meeting itself (as is often
the case for meeting hosts) and his presence was missed.
of the QAE for striking the partnerships and then guiding the planning committee
through incredible challenges including the bankruptcy of the initial conference
promoter. That it came together at all was remarkable. The next International will be
held in Fort Lauderdale in 2009
The QAE also hosted the annual meetings of the Council and the ACYCP at the
Batshaw Child and Family Services centre in Weredale Park. Association President,
Phillip Alleyne was a fabulous host and airport arrivals coordinator. His work and that of
his colleagues to make the Montreal experience the best it could be will stand out for
people looking back on this event. His patience and attention to detail was remarkable.
Unfortunately, these commitments took him away from the meeting itself (as is often
the case for meeting hosts) and his presence was missed.
Tony Maciocia, Executive Director QAE and Phillip
Alleyene, President QAE
Alleyene, President QAE
The Council meetings were interrupted by flight delays and other distractions but
some good work was done. New representatives from Manitoba, Prince Edward
Island and Nova Scotia were welcomed. Decisions were taken to publish a
newsletter once again and to hold tell-conferences to meet more often.
Certainly, the most popular outcome of the meeting was to strike a award which was
named Beyond Borders and invite the ACYCP to share in recognizing the work of
Thom Garfat and Brian Gannon, the editors of CYC-net for creating and maintaining
what has become the central online international resource for the profession. A
donation went along with the award and this is probably a good a place as any, to
ask our members to support the site with a personal donation to help underwrite its
costs and keep it free to all visitors. The Editors are holding off taking the
subscription route which would finance the site but restrict its content for guests,
many of whom are students. This is a familiar syndrome in the child and youth care
association movement itself that deserves the basic consideration toward those
who do the work to support that work.
some good work was done. New representatives from Manitoba, Prince Edward
Island and Nova Scotia were welcomed. Decisions were taken to publish a
newsletter once again and to hold tell-conferences to meet more often.
Certainly, the most popular outcome of the meeting was to strike a award which was
named Beyond Borders and invite the ACYCP to share in recognizing the work of
Thom Garfat and Brian Gannon, the editors of CYC-net for creating and maintaining
what has become the central online international resource for the profession. A
donation went along with the award and this is probably a good a place as any, to
ask our members to support the site with a personal donation to help underwrite its
costs and keep it free to all visitors. The Editors are holding off taking the
subscription route which would finance the site but restrict its content for guests,
many of whom are students. This is a familiar syndrome in the child and youth care
association movement itself that deserves the basic consideration toward those
who do the work to support that work.
Thom Garfat stands to ovation to receive an award
recognizing his work, along with that of Brian Gannon at
establishing and editing CYC-Net.
recognizing his work, along with that of Brian Gannon at
establishing and editing CYC-Net.
Website Designed by Garth Goodwin, Hosted by the Council of Canadian Child and Youth Care Associations
Message from the President
Tony Maciocia receives
Ruth & Manny Batshaw
award from Mr. Batshaw
Ruth & Manny Batshaw
award from Mr. Batshaw
October 14th 2009, marked a day in
the history of the QAE. Our very own
Executive Director, Tony Maciocia, was
the recipient of The Ruth and Manny
Batshaw Award of Excellence. This
prestigious award is given to a person
who, over the last 5 years has:
1. Introduced an innovation that
has had a positive impact on the ability
of the organization and its staff to
assist children and/or families;
2. Has taken action far beyond
normal expectations to benefit children
and families or permit the organization
to have a similar impact;
3. Has accomplished his/her
duties to a very high standard.
the history of the QAE. Our very own
Executive Director, Tony Maciocia, was
the recipient of The Ruth and Manny
Batshaw Award of Excellence. This
prestigious award is given to a person
who, over the last 5 years has:
1. Introduced an innovation that
has had a positive impact on the ability
of the organization and its staff to
assist children and/or families;
2. Has taken action far beyond
normal expectations to benefit children
and families or permit the organization
to have a similar impact;
3. Has accomplished his/her
duties to a very high standard.
The QAE Board of nine members, will be doing tours to most of the English speaking Residential centers in Montreal, visiting
27 programs at the time of this writing. Two board members will be dropping in on team meeting day's with a small gift (box of
chocolates and a framed certificate honoring educators (cyc) to celebrate the educators role and the QAE's 25th Silver
Anniversary.
As well, on Friday, November 12, 2010 we are hosting a wine & cheese at Batshaw, at the end of a one day conference, which
will have about 150 attending, to also come and raise a glass in celebrations!!
Please see the Anniversary Issue of our newsletter through the icon link below.
27 programs at the time of this writing. Two board members will be dropping in on team meeting day's with a small gift (box of
chocolates and a framed certificate honoring educators (cyc) to celebrate the educators role and the QAE's 25th Silver
Anniversary.
As well, on Friday, November 12, 2010 we are hosting a wine & cheese at Batshaw, at the end of a one day conference, which
will have about 150 attending, to also come and raise a glass in celebrations!!
Please see the Anniversary Issue of our newsletter through the icon link below.
Silver Anniversary