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The York Region Children’s Aid Society (YRCAS) is a non-profit community organization legally mandated to promote the well-being, best interests and protection of children and youth from abuse and neglect. As a leader within the child welfare sector, we aim to keep families together and partner with parents, caregivers and community to help create and sustain safe environments for children and youth, through equitable, child-centred, culturally aligned services.
Comprised of interdisciplinary teams of diverse professionals who push boundaries in support of family centered service, we engage with children, youth and families for a stronger, healthier community within York Region
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Recent News
Make a Difference this Family Day by Donating to the York Region Children’s Fund
As we celebrate Family Day (February 17), we are reminded of the importance of diversity, love, connection, care, and community support.
While many of us will be spending time with loved ones and/or families, there are children and youth within York Region who need our help and support to access opportunities that allow them to thrive.
Nonprofit Appreciation Week
As a nonprofit community organization legally mandated to promote the wellbeing, best interests and protection of children and youth from abuse and neglect, York Region CAS is proud to celebrate and recognize Nonprofit Appreciation Week (February 10-14, 2025).
Safeguarding Futures: Privacy Innovations for Child Welfare
On January 31 and in honour of Data Privacy Week, Durham CAS in collaboration with York Region CAS were proud to host the first ever privacy symposium focusing on the intersection of privacy, data security, and child welfare.
Celebrating Black Joy This Black History Month
February is Black History Month and it’s an opportunity to honour and celebrate the unique intersecting identities, culture, language, and lived experiences of Black individuals and communities. It also gives us a chance to reflect on the past and recognize the notable contributions of the Black community.
Children’s Aid and Indigenous Well-Being Agencies Across GTA Unite for First Time Ever to Appeal for Foster Caregivers
Children’s Aid Societies and Indigenous Well-Being Agencies across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are coming together for the first time ever in a united call for new foster caregivers who can provide temporary, supportive homes for children and youth in the region with diverse identities and needs.
Join YRCAS Team and Take Part in the Coldest Night of the Year Fundraising Walk
Save the Date!
On February 22, 2025, York Region CAS will be taking part in the annual Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk in support of local charity, Inn From the Cold.
YRCAS Receives Bicycle and Helmet Donations Courtesy of Waste Connections of Canada
On December 15, our friends at the Waste Connections of Canada (Toronto Waste Connections) generously donated a total of 34 bicycles along with helmets!
Donate Today! York Region Children’s Fund Currency for Kids Program
Not sure what to do with your leftover foreign currency? Maybe you have some leftover after the recent holiday break?
Donate it to Currency for kids in support of the York Region Children’s Fund (YRCF).
YRCAS BLACC Holiday Celebration
On Saturday, December 14, the Black, Latency, Adolescent, and Continued Care (BLACC) Committee at York Region CAS held an Afro-Caribbean/Canadian-centric Holiday Celebration for the Black-identifying children, youth, and Kinship families receiving services from our Agency.
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