Partners & Collaborators
Developing the Spark Guide was made possible thanks to the many experts and organizations who partnered and collaborated with PolicyWise.


This guide was created by PolicyWise for Children & Families
PolicyWise for Children & Families is a non-profit and registered charity that works to improve policies and practices for the well-being of children and families. They partner with many diverse groups—like Indigenous communities, non-profits, and government—to help create a better future for children, youth, families, and communities. PolicyWise’s skilled team focuses on evaluation, data management, implementation, and knowledge mobilization. As a trusted advisor, they influence social policy and practice at local, provincial, and national levels, continually expanding their impact across Alberta and Canada.
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Many organizations made the Guide possible, including:
Alberta Resource Centre for Quality Enhancement (ARCQE)
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Related Resources
Alberta-based guides and frameworks
The Spark Guide aligns with Flight and builds on many existing resources, including these from Alberta:
Flight: Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Framework
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Introduction to Early Childhood Education and Care: An Intercultural Perspective
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RAISED Between Cultures: A Knowledge and Reflection Guidebook for Intercultural Practice in the Early Years
Learn more about RAISED Between Cultures
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Journeys through Early Learning and Childcare in Edmonton: The Experiences of Ethnocultural Families
Learn more about Journeys through Early Learning and Childcare in Edmonton
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Get started with the Spark Guide
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