OACAS and member agencies protect and promote the well-being of children and youth in Ontario. All of Ontario’s children need love, security and a sense of belonging. We can give Ontario’s children a voice. Join Ontario’s Children’s Aid Societies in speaking up for Ontario’s children.
First Nations Child and Family Services Program —
Indian and Northern Affairs Canada
On May 6, 2008 the Federal Auditor General, Sheila Fraser, released her 2008 report, which includes a review of First Nations Child and Family Services Program of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada(INAC).
The audit looked at how INAC manages child welfare services programs for on-reserve First Nations children and families. These services are expected to meet provincial legislation and standards, be reasonably comparable with those provided off reserves to children in similar circumstances, and be appropriate to the culture of First Nations people. For more information, click here to read the report.
Celebrating Children and Youth
Celebrating children and youth and those who work with them Ontario's Children's Aid Societies provide much needed programs and resources to vulnerable children and youth. Our Child and Youth Workers support children and youth in our care.
Everyone has a duty to report suspected or actual child abuse. If you have concerns about a child, please call your local CAS immediately. If you know that a child is being abused or you suspect that a child is at risk of being harmed, it's time to call your local Children's Aid Society or Office of Family and Child Services.
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Our Members
OACAS represents children's aid societies (CAS) in Ontario providing help and support to children and their families. CASs and Family and Children's Services (F&CS), are non-profit agencies operating in communities and regions across the province. CASs and F&CSs are mandated by the The Child and Family Services Act to protect children and youth and ensure their well-being.
Celebrating children and youth and those who work with them Ontario's Children's Aid Societies provide much needed programs and resources to vulnerable children and youth. Our Child and Youth Workers support children and youth in our care.
Everyone has a duty to report suspected or actual child abuse. If you have concerns about a child, please call your