Congratulations to the 19 CASs who sent youth delegates and chaperones to the IFCW World Forum 2010. Ontario was proud to have a delegation of 50 youth and staff who made significant contributions to the program and ensured that the voices of young people were heard. Over 40 young people from around the world participated
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I am your Children’s Aid
I Am Your Children’s Aid” brings to life stories of the young men and women who have been in care. It also features foster and adoptive parents, caseworkers and social workers who have dedicated their lives to supporting the children in their communities. The campaign is powerful and moving Mission: The goal of “I Am
2010 Child and Family Services Act Review.
2010 Child and Family Services Act Review. The Youth Policy Advisory and Advocacy Group welcome the mandated 2010 review of the Child and Family Services Act (CFSA). This process allows for valuable input from youth in care in Ontario and the opportunity for positive changes to be made to the Act. YPAAG believes that there
Aging Out of Care: A Major Life Obstacle
Many groups are offering advice on changes to policies and programs to help youth in care to reach their potential. The following submission is offered by a very wise 22 year-old in her third year of university, and quite clearly on track to a very successful career. In her words: The Children’s Aid Society became