Study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal- Refugee and immigrant youth are more likely to end up in the emergency room during a mental health crisis than their Canadian-born peers, a new medical study…
DetailsAcross Canada, youth are coming together to lead HEADSTRONG anti-stigma events. Alberta is at the forefront, hosting nearly half of the 30 summits planned for the 2018-2019 academic year. The youth-led gatherings are particularly resonating…
DetailsFrom the Toronto Star – Education is one of the most important stepping stones to employment. But for youth in foster care, it has the added benefit of protecting against early parenthood for young women…
DetailsFrom the Toronto Star — More than 5,800 Canadian children and youth have died by suicide during the past 13 years across Canada — some as young as 8 years old, according to data compiled…
DetailsManitoba government news release – The number of children in the care of Manitoba Child and Family Services (CFS) has decreased for the first time in the last 15 years, according the department’s year-end numbers,…
DetailsThe legislative review committee on child welfare submitted its final report and recommendations to the government Wednesday. “This is the first critical review in 15 years and we commend the committee for undertaking its intensive,…
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