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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 Hosts Board of Directors Social Event
On Thursday, November 28, York Region CAS hosted a Board of Directors social event where our Agency’s Board of Directors, past and present, came together with members of our staff and Senior Leadership Team.
York Region CAS Officially Opens New South Office Space
We are extremely excited to announce that we have officially opened the doors to our new South Office space in Richmond Hill (1725 16th Avenue, Suite 103)!
Understanding the Journey to Adoption and Permanency
November is Adoption and Permanency Education Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and reflecting on the permanency children and youth find through kinship connections, legal custody, and adoption.
York Region CAS takes part in SpeakOUT event hosted by YRDSB
On November 26, The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) held their annual SpeakOut event – an event that aims to educate and empower students in the 2SLBTQ+ community ranging from 14-18 years of age.
Giving Tuesday – York Region Children’s Fund
This year, Giving Tuesday will be taking place on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, and we invite you to consider donating to the York Region Children’s Fund in support of the children, youth, and families in our community.
Youth Holiday Celebration at York Region CAS
On November 17, the York Region CAS Youth Events Committee (YEC) held its annual Youth Holiday Celebration at Dave and Busters in Vaughan.
York Region CAS Celebrates Youth with Stay in School Awards
On Thursday, November 7, York Region CAS hosted its annual Stay in School Awards ceremony!
The Stay in School Awards is a chance for our Agency to acknowledge the hard work, commitment, and determination of our youth from grades 8 to12 for staying in school and advancing to the next grade.
York Region CAS Hosts Annual Take Your Child to Work Day Event
On Wednesday, November 6, 2024, the Department of People and Culture at York Region CAS hosted our Agency’s second annual “Take Your Child to Work Day” at our head office in Newmarket.
York Region CAS Participates in Parenting is Heartwork Conference
On November 5th and 7th, the Child and Family Collaborative hosted a Conference titled, “Parenting is Heartwork,” in partnership with York Region EarlyON Child and Family Programs.
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