Early Years Literacy in New Brunswick: From Challenge to Action
Wed, Nov 18
|Webinar
Learn why early years literacy matters and what needs to change to better support children in New Brunswick.
Time & Location
Nov 18, 2026, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Webinar
About the event
The early years play a critical role in shaping lifelong learning and development. Join the Office of the New Brunswick Advocate for a webinar focused on early years literacy and its importance for children across New Brunswick.
In this session, the New Brunswick Advocate, Kelly Lamrock, will present key insights from the Centre for Best Practices’ Call-to-Action paper on early years literacy.
The webinar will explore the factors that influence literacy development, the challenges currently facing families and systems, and the opportunities to strengthen outcomes through coordinated, upstream approaches.
What to expect:
An overview of early years literacy and why it matters
Key findings from the call-to-action paper
Insights into system gaps and barriers
Examples of approaches that support stronger literacy outcomes
Who should attend:
Educators, early childhood professionals, policymakers, community organizations, and those working to support children and families in New Brunswick.