Children First Canada

🔹 Facilitator Applications Open! 🔹 Do you want to inspire and lead the next generation of changemakers? Apply to be a Facilitator for the Young Canadians' Parliament! 🗓️ Deadline: October 4th 🔗 https://loom.ly/zuvd6K0 Make an impact. Lead with purpose. 🌟 #YCP #LeadersToday

🧡 September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a time to honour the survivors of residential schools, remember the children who never came home and deepen our understanding of Indigenous history in Canada. Here are three meaningful ways to engage: Be Informed: Learn about Indigenous history and the Residential School System. Wear Orange: Show your support by wearing an orange shirt to raise awareness. Engage Locally: Participate in events in your community and listen to the experiences of Indigenous peoples. #TruthAndReconciliation #OrangeShirtDay #TRC #EveryChildMatters #IndigenousRights #September30th

We’re thrilled to announce that the Honourable Jenna Sudds, Canada’s Minister of Families, Children, and Social Development, is meeting with our Young Canadians' Parliament alongside Parliamentary Secretary Élisabeth Brière this evening on Zoom! This is an incredible opportunity for young Canadians to discuss key issues like the National School Food Program, Youth Mental Health Fund, and the Online Safety Act. 🗣️💬 Nous sommes ravis d'annoncer que l'honorable Jenna Sudds, ministre des Familles, des Enfants et du Développement social du Canada, rencontre aujourd'hui notre Conseil YCP aux côtés de la secrétaire parlementaire Élisabeth Brière ce soir sur Zoom ! C'est une opportunité incroyable pour discuter de sujets clés tels que le Programme national d'alimentation scolaire, le Fonds pour la santé mentale des jeunes et la Loi sur la sécurité en ligne. 🗣️💬 @jenna.sudds @elisabethplc #YoungCanadiansParliament #MinisterSudds #ParliamentarySecretary #YouthVoice #SocialDevelopment

🕊️🌍 On this International Day of Peace, let's work towards a world every child grows up in safety and harmony. Let's work together to build a brighter future filled with compassion, understanding, and peace. #InternationalDayOfPeace

We are excited to introduce our newest team members at Children First Canada: Stacie, Simi, Farah and Donel! 🎉 We’re thrilled to have them on board and look forward to the amazing work we’ll accomplish together. Welcome to the team! 💪✨ #ChildrenFirstCanada #YouthEmpowerment #DreamTeam

Statistics Canada has released data from the 2023 Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth (CHSCY), tracking changes in children and youth's physical and mental health from 2019 to 2023. This critical study provides shocking insights into the evolving mental health of young Canadians. #TheKidsAreNotAlright #MentalHealthMatters #CHSCY2023 #CanadianHealth

🌟 Become a Youth Facilitator! 🌟 Are you passionate about empowering young voices and making a difference in your community? Apply now to become a Facilitator for the Young Canadians' Parliament! 🗓️ Deadline: October 4th 🔗 https://loom.ly/zuvd6K0 Join us in shaping the future! 🚀✨ #YCP #LeadersToday

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month 🎗️ Join us in raising awareness and supporting the brave children and families fighting cancer. Together, we can make a difference by spreading hope, sharing stories, and funding research for a brighter, healthier future. Let's stand strong and show our support! 💛 #ChildhoodCancerAwareness

Early Words is growing! If your clinic or hospital would like to be part of this @canliteracy program, which includes resources, children’s books, and training on bringing early literacy into your practice, find out more and apply here: https://loom.ly/cZjvL3c Applications are open until September 27th, so don’t miss this opportunity to integrate early literacy support into your healthcare practice.

In the Spotlight! 🎬 According to an investigation by globalNews , a child dies every 3 days under Ontario's child welfare system. Between 2020-2022, 354 children lost their lives while involved with child protection services. These are not just numbers, they are lives that were meant to be protected. The system is clearly failing our most vulnerable. It's time for urgent action and accountability to ensure no more children fall through the cracks. We need to demand better for our kids. They deserve safety, love, and a system that truly cares. Hear from our founder and CEO, Sara L. Austin on Global News: https://loom.ly/7Cy23Ew #GlobalNews #ProtectOurChildren #OntarioCareCrisis #EveryChildMatters #ChildrenFirst