CHILDCARE
LEADERSHIP
SUMMIT
2027
LEAD. EMPOWER. ELEVATE.
CHILDCARE LEADERSHIP
SUMMIT 2027
The leadership summit built for the business of child care. Operations. Management. Leadership.
Join child care owners, operators, directors and emerging leaders for two days of practical learning, shared experience and meaningful connection.
Sold out the past two years. Early bird tickets are on sale now!
13 - 14 MARCH, 2027
Bow Valley College, Calgary
One ticket. The full weekend.
Early Bird Two-Day Pass
$227.79 CAD total
Including GST and ticket service fee
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Early-bird pricing ends January 31, 2027.
Your pass includes:
✔ both days of COS - March 13 & 14, 2027.
✔ Sunday’s Community Connections sessions.​
✔ Certificate of attendance included.​
Plan to join us for the full weekend, from strengthening your leadership and operations to building connections that support children, families and your team.
Alberta PD Funding — Level 3 Educators
​COS 2027 is eligible for Alberta professional development funding for Level 3 early childhood educators who meet the program requirements.
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Participants pay their registration fee upfront and then apply for reimbursement through the applicable funding process. The Churcher Group provides a certificate of attendance following the summit to support your claim.
Please review Alberta’s eligibility requirements, funding limits and application instructions before registering.
WHAT TO EXPECT
LEADERSHIP
Build confidence in leading staff, navigating difficult conversations and supporting a strong team culture.
OPERATIONS
Explore practical approaches to the systems, decisions and daily responsibilities that keep your program running well.
COMMUNITY
Connect with fellow leaders and specialists who understand your work and can strengthen the support available to children and families.
QUALITY & GROWTH
Strengthen your program, develop your team and plan your next steps with greater clarity.
JOIN US IN CALGARY
13-14
MARCH 2027
Two days to build your knowledge, strengthen your leadership and connect with your child care community.
EARLY BIRD
TICKETS
ON SALE NOW
SPONSORSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES
NOW AVAILABLE
PROGRAM
DETAILS
EXPLORE THE PROGRAM
SPEAKER
ANNOUNCEMENTS
MORE SPEAKERS COMING SOON
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
COS 2027 is for the people leading, managing and strengthening child care programs—from owners of small centres to directors and leadership teams across multiple locations. Whether you are an experienced operator, a supervisor or an educator preparing for leadership, you’ll find practical learning and connections relevant to your work.
Owners & Operators
Directors & Supervisors
Emerging Leaders
Agency Leaders
Educators & Pedagogical Leaders
Community & Sector Professionals
About COS 2027
COS 2027 brings together the people who lead child care programs and the professionals who support children and families.
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Day One focuses on leading strong organizations: managing daily operations, supporting teams, strengthening quality and making informed decisions.
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Day Two. Sunday connects leadership to quality, everyday practice and the community around your program.
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Our planned closing portion, Community Connections: Supporting Children & Families, will explore the services, relationships and shared understanding that help programs respond to family needs.
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For operators, directors and educators, this is an opportunity to discover community resources, build referral relationships and explore practical ways to support your team and the families you serve.
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These sessions are included in your two-day summit pass. Plan to stay through the final session for the full COS experience.
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Parents and caregivers are also welcome to join these designated sessions through separate registration, , with tickets proudly sponsored by The Educator Table. Advance registration is required.
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Across both days, participants will explore real challenges, learn from experienced professionals and connect with others who understand their work. Expect practical sessions, honest conversations and ideas you can take back to your program.​
DAY ONE — MARCH 13
LEAD
Strong Leaders Build Strong Organizations
DAY TWO — MARCH 14
EMPOWER & ELEVATE
Stronger programs. Connected communities. Better support for families.
EARLY BIRD TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Be among the first to access early bird pricing for COS 2027.
March 13–14, 2027
Bow Valley College
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Cancellation & Ticket Transfers
Ticket purchases are non-refundable. If your plans change, you may transfer your ticket to another person at no additional charge by emailing info@churchergroup.com by March 6, 2027. Please include your booking details and the replacement attendee’s name and email address.
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Each two-day pass is for one attendee and cannot be shared between different people across the weekend.
If The Churcher Group cancels COS 2027, ticket holders will receive a full refund, including GST and ticket service fees. If the event is rescheduled, ticket holders may choose to transfer their registration to the new dates or receive a full refund. Travel and accommodation expenses are not covered.
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Speaker and session details may change as the program develops.
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PD funding: Certificates of attendance will be issued to the person who attends. A ticket transfer does not transfer funding eligibility; the replacement attendee must meet the applicable requirements.
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Please review Government of Alberta’s eligibility requirements.
Community Connections: Supporting Children & Families.
PARENT TICKETS REGISTRATION OPEN NOW
Join child care and community professionals for conversations about children's development, inclusion, speech and language, health, nutrition and the services that support your family.
DAY TWO — MARCH 14
Community Connections: Supporting Children & Families
Strong Communities Support Strong Families
Parent Community Day tickets are proudly sponsored by The Educator Table.
Community Connections: Supporting Children & Families parent's tickets are proudly sponsored by The Educator Table.
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Through this sponsorship, parents and caregivers can attend designated Community Connections: Supporting Children & Families sessions at no cost to their families. Advance registration is required.
March 14, 2027
Bow Valley College
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
COS 2027 Summit Program
Two connected days. Practical learning for your program and your community.
DAY ONE
March 13, 2027
LEAD
STRONG LEADERS BUILD STRONG ORGANIZATIONS
Focus of the day
• Leading Yourself — Prioritizing, delegating and managing competing responsibilities.
• Leading People — Communication, accountability, staff development and retention.
• Leading Organizations — Operational systems, management responsibilities and sustainable decision-making.
• Leading Through Quality — Connecting leadership decisions to consistent daily practice.
• Leading the Future — Preparing for change and developing the next generation of leaders.
• Leadership in Action — Applying ideas through real scenarios and shared problem-solving.
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Designed for owners, operators, directors, supervisors and emerging leaders, Day One focuses on practical approaches to leading teams and managing strong child care programs.
DAY TWO
March 14, 2027
EMPOWER & ELEVATE
STRONG COMMUNITIES HELP CHILDREN THRIVE
Focus of the day
• Understanding the Child
• Neurodivergence & Inclusion
• Speech, Language & Communication
• Play, Nutrition, Health & Learning
• Services & Supports for Families
• Canada's Child Care System
Day Two helps leaders connect operational decisions with the needs of children and families—strengthening inclusion, family communication and relationships with the professionals and services that support their programs.
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Together, we’ll explore one shared question: How can child care programs, families and community professionals work together to help children thrive?
The COS Experience
Real challenges. Practical ideas. Meaningful connections
KEYNOTES
Fresh perspectives from experienced leaders and subject specialists.
POLICY CONVERSATIONS
Understand how funding, regulation and public policy affect programs and families.
PANELS
Honest conversations about the challenges facing child care leaders and families.
LEADERSHIP LABS
Work through real scenarios and explore solutions with fellow leaders.
CONNECTION
Build relationships with people who understand your work.
COMMUNITY EXPERTS
Connect child development, family needs and everyday child care practice.
BREAKS
Time to connect, reflect and recharge between sessions.
PRACTICAL SESSIONS
Strategies, tools and examples you can use in your program.
Bring your experience to COS 2027
Do you have practical knowledge, a fresh perspective or an approach that could help child care leaders and the families they serve?
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We’re inviting experienced operators, educators, business and health professionals, researchers and community experts to contribute to COS 2027. Share what you’ve learned, help others work through real challenges and leave participants with ideas they can use.
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We welcome practical presentations, interactive workshops, panel discussions and facilitated problem-solving sessions.
More COS 2027 speakers will be announced soon.​​​​
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KRYSTAL
CHURCHER
The Churcher Group Inc
OFFICIAL ACCOMMODATION PARTNER of COS 2027
ALT HOTEL CALGARY DOWNTOWN EAST VILLAGE
We are pleased to partner with Alt Hotel Calgary Downtown East Village, conveniently located in the heart of Calgary for COS 2027 attendees.
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Please note:
• Rooms are subject to availability at the time of booking
• Check-in from 3:00 PM · Check-out at 12:00 PM
• Rates fluctuate based on hotel occupancy and market conditions — the group rate is not guaranteed and may change
• Free cancellation up to 72 hours prior to arrival; full charge applies after 72 hours
• Breakfast is available at Chix Eggshop with extra charges
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To book under the designated block COS 2027, use the link below or call the Front Desk directly and ask to be booked under the COS 2027 group rate.
COS 2027 Program Overview
The overview outlines our planned focus. Speakers and detailed sessions will be announced as confirmed.
FULL SUMMIT TICKET
One ticket. Both days.
Your summit ticket provides access to both days of COS 2027, March 13–14, at Bow Valley College in Calgary.
DAY TWO — MARCH 14
Community Connections: Supporting Children & Families
Parent tickets are proudly sponsored by The Educator Table and provide access to designated community sessions on March 14.
Advance registration required.
Connect with the COS 2027 community
Showcase your organization to child care owners, directors, educators, community professionals and families. COS 2027 offers opportunities to share useful services and resources, build relationships and support practical learning across the sector.
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Whether you provide professional services, educational resources or child care programs, we’d love to explore how you can be involved.
FAQ
Does one ticket include both days?
Yes. Your professional summit pass includes March 13 and 14, including Sunday’s Community Connections sessions. We encourage you to attend the full weekend.
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Is the Sunday community portion relevant to child care professionals?
Yes. These sessions are part of the professional summit experience, with a focus on community resources, collaboration and supporting children and families. Parents and caregivers are also invited to join this designated portion.
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Can I use Alberta PD funding?
Eligible Level 3 early childhood educators can apply for Alberta PD funding. You pay upfront and apply for reimbursement through the applicable funding process. We provide a certificate of attendance following the summit. Please review Alberta’s eligibility requirements before registering. Please review Alberta’s eligibility requirements before registering.