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Africentric Wraparound Model
CCAS’ Africentric Wraparound model examines the service system’s collective response to supporting Black families to disrupt anti-Black racism and provide identity-affirming services to children, youth and families of African-descent. This model has reduced the number of Black children and youth coming into CCAS care.
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This year marks a significant milestone: 30 years of Black History Month in Canada. For generations, Black presence, contributions, and experiences were largely excluded from Canada’s national narrative, despite Black communities having been part of this land for more than 400 years. The official recognition of Black History Month in 1995...
Families referred to child welfare services often face complex challenges — but not all require the same response. Traditionally, child welfare has relied on a one-size-fits-all approach where every family eligible for intervention undergoes an investigation, regardless of the nature of their struggles. The Holistic Assessment & Response Pathways (HARP) model is...
CCAF Launches Holiday Giving Programs to Support Families in Need Toronto, ON — [December 3, 2025] — The Catholic Children’s Aid Foundation (CCAF) is proud to kick off its annual Christmas Giving Season, bringing hope and joy to families served by the Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Toronto (CCAS). With the generosity...
of children and youth served in the community remained at home with their families
Total number of families served in the community
former youth in care were supported into adulthood
(2024-2025 Statistics)