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The housing rights of CAS of Toronto’s clients are being violated.  This conclusion was the subject of a thorough presentation to the United Nations housing envoy, Miloon Kothari, at a presentation on Saturday.  CAS of Toronto community worker, Ann Fitzpatrick partnered with Home Free Vice-President, Elizabeth Anacleto, to highlight the situation faced by our children, youth and families and the difficult situation of youth between 18 and 21 who are leaving care.

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Re: Housing for the homeless beyond bricks and mortar

Housing problems are a factor for 1 out of every 5 children who come into the care of the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto. Young people leaving our care between the ages of 18 and 21 have difficulties finding safe, affordable housing. We know that inadequate housing has serious consequences for children’s health, safety and development. National, provincial and municipal strategies require a three-pronged solution: (more…)

For the past four years Homes For Kids has awarded a scholarship to a youth who plays an essential role in a fostering family. They are often the first people that a child coming into care connects with. They are friends, role models and mentors. Children who are members of a fostering family play a pivotal role in the well-being and development of children in care.

This year we are pleased to have awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Dana Giovannetti. In Dana’s scholarship application she wrote about being part of a foster family. Here is her story. (more…)

Stand Up for Kids Award recognizes local residents who take action against child abuse.

October 2, 2007 (TORONTO, ON) – Sculptor and psychotherapist Michael Irving, Ph.D., was recognized today for his significant contribution to protecting children and youth from abuse and neglect. The fifth annual Stand Up for Kids Award, sponsored by the Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Toronto, Children’s Aid Society of Toronto and Jewish Family and Child Service, was presented to Dr. Irving today by Toronto Mayor David Miller as part of Child Abuse Prevention Month. (more…)

October is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Please visit www.useyourvoice.ca. Report suspected child abuse including neglect. If you have concerns about a child, call 416-924-4646. Click here for more information on the campaign.

70% of child abuse doesn’t involve broken arms or black eyes. To read the Top 10 Ways to Prevent Child Abuse, click here.

The only way to stop child abuse is to talk about it, a new public service announcement created by Nancy Marshall, volunteer, teaches children to tell a trusted adult if they are being hurt.