IMPORTANT NOTICE: Children’s Aid Societies and Indigenous Child and Family Well-Being Agencies in Ontario ARE open and continuing service. We are NOT closed. Although agencies across the province have modified their business practices to respond to health and safety concerns, their core protection services continue. If any member of the public or professional have a concern about the safety and/or well-being of a child or youth under 18, they should immediately contact their local Children’s Aid Societies or Indigenous Child and Family Well-Being Agency. A list of local contact information for these agencies are available here.
To report child abuse or neglect call 416-924-4646 or toll free at 1-866-527-0833. Your call will be answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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Today, we’re pleased to announce that we have once again been selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for 2022. This title recognizes employers across Canada who have exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs.
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Today, on May 14, 2023, the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto (CAST) celebrates Children and Youth in Care Day alongside child welfare agencies across the province. Proclaimed into law with the Children and Youth in Care Day Act, 2014, this event…
The Children’s Aid Society of Toronto stands in solidarity and support of the 2SLGBTQ+ communities everywhere and condemns acts that negatively impact these individuals, including our staff, community members and the children, youth and families…
There are many ways to volunteer with the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto (CAST), including becoming a Volunteer Driver as part of our Children’s Transportation Centre. Our Volunteer Drivers support CAST and the Catholic Children’s Aid Society of…
April 13, 2023 - The Children’s Aid Society of Toronto (CAST) is a not-for-profit agency funded by the province of Ontario, and the largest child welfare organization in North America with an operating budget of $169M. Operating under section 72 of…
We are thrilled to announce that once again, the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto (CAST) has been named as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. This title is awarded to organizations who have exceptional workplace…
New Black Agency Network will support Black families navigating the child welfare system
In line with Black Mental Health Week, the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto (CAST), Anchoring Minds Inc. and Delta Family Resource Centre have partnered to…
February 1, 2023, marks the beginning of Black History Month (BHM), a time to honour the legacy and leadership of Black African, Caribbean Canadians, including our staff, partners and the communities we serve. Here at Children’s Aid Society of…
We’re pleased to announce that the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto (CAST) has been named again this year as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc., organizers of the annual Canada’s Top 100 Employers competition.
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At the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto (CAST), we’re focused on engaging potential Adoptive Parents who can support the diverse identities, ages and needs of children and youth who require permanent homes.
As part of these efforts, CAST in…