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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
York Region CAS Wears Pink in Honour of Pink Shirt Day
To commemorate Pink Shirt Day, York Region CAS staff wore pink as a collective call to action to help end bullying in all its forms.
On Air with 102.7 CHOP FM – Pickering College
Last month, our Acting Director of Child, Youth, and Family Wellbeing, Kim Sylvester, joined 102.7 CHOP FM for Speaking for Safety.
YRAACC Black History Month Celebration
On February 14, 2026, the York Region Alliance of African Canadian Communities (YRAACC) hosted a powerful and uplifting Black History Month celebration at Lauremont School in Richmond Hill. Centered on Black love, Black joy, and Black resilience, the event brought community members together for an unforgettable afternoon of connection and cultural pride.
Be Part of a Child’s Lifeline this Family Day – Donate to the York Region Children’s Fund
Family Day is a time to pause, connect, and celebrate the people who make us feel safe, supported, and loved.
Safeguarding Futures: Embedding Privacy in the Modern Child Welfare Landscape
Last week, York Region CAS partnered with Durham Children’s Aid Society to host the second annual Privacy Symposium, Safeguarding Futures: Embedding Privacy in the Modern Child Welfare Landscape.
York Region CAS BLACC Committee Hosts Hair Story Event to Kick-Off Black History Month
On January 30, the York Region CAS BLACC Committee proudly hosted Hair Story, a vibrant and culturally affirming event celebrating Black identity, hair, self-care, and self-expression at our Agency’s head office in Newmarket.
York Region CAS Set to Launch Series 2 of the Mindful Kids Wellness Program in March 2026
York Region CAS is excited to announce the next series of the Mindful Kids Wellness Program, a trauma-informed mindfulness program designed specifically for children and youth aged 6 to 18 who are receiving support from York Region CAS.
York Region CAS Celebrates and Honours Black History Month
This month, we celebrate the brilliance, resilience, and impact of Black leaders, artists, innovators, and everyday changemakers who have shaped history and continue to shape our future. We honour the victories, acknowledge the struggles, and commit to learning, listening, and uplifting Black voices.
Data Privacy Week (January 26-30, 2026)
Your data tells your story – make sure it’s protected! This week, we’re shining a spotlight on data privacy, digital trust, and smart security habits that keep your personal and professional information safe in a connected world.
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