The Ontario Association of Children’s Aid Society

1. What services/programs for Ontario students and their families?

1.1. - reporting center for child abuse

1.2. - general inquire hotline

1.3. - provide child welfare services

1.4. - First Nation, Metis and Inuit Services

1.5. - YouthCAN

2. How are services/programs accessed?

2.1. All services and programs can be assessed through the online website. Many links to different programs and actives are provided.

3. What are the vision and goals of the agency?

3.1. OACAS goal is to be the voice of child welfare in Ontario. The strive to enhancing and promoting the welfare and well-being of children, youth and families.

3.2. Provide advocacy and government relations, public education, training, information and knowledge management, and event planning.

4. How does the agency address equity, inclusion and awareness of cultural diversity?

4.1. collects race-based data can to help dramatically improve child welfare services

4.2. creates relationships and partnerships with indigenous communities