A study is being done to improve our understanding of the needs of youth in care when it comes to their education and experiences during and after high school. Youth currently or formerly in the care (16 years and older) of FACSFLA can participate. You will be asked...
This guide was created in collaboration with the Indigenous Education and Youth in Transition/Housing Support Workers Networking Circles, the Indigenous and non-Indigenous Directors of Services and Resources (DOSR), as well as former youth in care and seeks to offer...
This important day was created because of the tireless efforts of young people in and from care and the stories and experiences they shared through the My Real Life Book report. The day was proclaimed provincially in the Children and Youth in Care Day Act, 2014, and...
May 10 is Spirit Bear’s birthday and an important date in the history of Jordan’s Principle at the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal. The Tribunal’s first non-compliance order called for Canada to fully implement Jordan’s Principle by May 10, 2016. Unfortunately, it took...
The START program – helping one student at a time By Karen Horsman Sitting in a coffee shop, 23-year-old Emily chats easily about the benefits of helping students with their schoolwork. When the conversation turns to the rich connections she’s made with kids as a...
After nearly a decade, Tammy and Nelson were still feeling the impact of their empty nest. Together they made a decision that would forever change their lives. The Kingston couple felt they were still young enough to help support children and families within their...
