2026

As a new school year begins, families are often balancing excitement, nerves, new routines, and busy schedules. Back-to-school season is a great opportunity to reconnect with your child, establish healthy habits, and create a supportive environment that helps them succeed both academically and emotionally. Ease Into New Routines Returning to school after summer can be

This summer, a coalition of Toronto organizations including the Catholic Children’s Aid Society, Toronto Community Housing, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), Toronto Police Service, and the City of Toronto, with support from the Office of the Chief Coroner, are coming together to launch Safe Kids, Strong Communities — a citywide campaign focused on creating a

We are proud to announce the appointment of Kevin Crigger as the new Chair of the Board of Directors of the Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Toronto (CCAS). For Kevin, this appointment is more than a new leadership role—it is the continuation of a journey that began with CCAS more than four decades ago. As

Children and Youth in Care Day is a moment to recognize, uplift, and stand alongside the children and youth who are part of, and have come from, the child welfare system. At the Catholic Children’s Aid Society (CCAS), it is also a day to reaffirm our commitment to ensuring every young person in our care

As Canada celebrates National Nursing Week from May 11 to 17, the Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Toronto (CCAS) honours the transformative role nurses play in strengthening families and protecting the most vulnerable. Rooted in the CNA’s theme, “The Power of Nurses to Transform Health,” this week recognizes the profound impact of nurses who deliver

Safe Sleep Week is March 9–13, and these 10 facts highlight what every parent, caregiver, & community member should know to help keep babies safe—every nap, every night, everywhere baby sleeps. 1. Babies are safest sleeping alone, on their back, in a crib, cradle, or bassinet A dedicated sleep space that meets Canadian safety standards

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 a unique blend of compassion,

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 was made possible through the

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 changing that. Launched in May