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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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March 2–8, 2026 marks Social Work Week in Ontario, a province‑wide recognition of the critical contributions social workers make in strengthening communities. This year’s theme — Care. Insight. Together. — reflects the core values that guide the profession and the transformative impact social workers have each day. Across Ontario, social workers bring...
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...
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)