2020 - Hamilton Child and Family Supports

Empowerment Squared and Hamilton Children’s Aid Society partner to better support newcomer and marginalized children, youth and families in the community

UncategorizedBy Hamilton Childrens Aid Society November 20, 2020

November 20, 2020 Empowerment Squared and Hamilton Children’s Aid Society partner to better support newcomer and marginalized children, youth and families in the community Empowerment Squared and Hamilton Children’s Aid Society have taken an intentional step on a joint initiative to support newcomer and marginalized families in the Hamilton community, with a special focus on…

Diwali, the Festival of Lights

UncategorizedBy Hamilton Childrens Aid Society November 12, 2020

With Diwali approaching on Saturday, November 14, we wanted to learn more about the Festival of Lights and how the pandemic has affected its celebrations. Diwali, also known as, Deepawali and Bandi Chor Divas, is one of India’s biggest festivals. Deepawali means rows of lighted lamps. Observed by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists, Diwali is…

Mary-Jane’s Story: Foster Family Appreciation Week

UncategorizedBy Hamilton Childrens Aid Society October 21, 2020

During Foster Family Appreciation Week, we want to celebrate foster families who are dedicated to children, youth and families in the Hamilton community. Mary-Jane and her husband Jim are foster parents with Hamilton CAS. Mary-Jane’s passion for helping children started at a young age, “I always wanted to be a foster parent. My husband’s parents…

Happy Foster Family Appreciation Week!

UncategorizedBy Hamilton Childrens Aid Society October 20, 2020

Foster Family Appreciation Week is here! This week, we recognize the amazing foster families who are playing a vital role in our community. Fostering does not stop during a pandemic. We want to take a moment to thank the families who continue to rise to the occasion and take in children and youth, and facilitate…

Back to School 2020

UncategorizedBy Hamilton Childrens Aid Society August 26, 2020

Preparing to go back to school can be a very expensive and stressful time for families that we work with. The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened this stress, and we need your help to ensure the children and youth we serve feel confident and prepared on their first day of school, whether learning at home or…

Children & Youth in Care Day 2020

UncategorizedBy Hamilton Childrens Aid Society May 14, 2020

Today, May 14, is Children and Youth in Care Day in Ontario. Children and Youth in Care Day is an opportunity to recognize the contributions of current and former youth in care to the Province. “Children and youth in care are bright, insightful, resourceful leaders, who are champions for themselves and for others,” says Bryan…

Now, more than ever, there are children, youth and families in our community, and in our care, that need our support and our service.

NewsBy Hamilton Childrens Aid Society March 30, 2020

Your help is needed now more than ever to support Hamilton’s families and children during the COVID-19 pandemic. Food shortages, job loss, domestic violence, and abuse are only some of the obstacles experienced by the most vulnerable children, youth, and families in our community. Many of you have reached out asking how you can assist.…

Hamilton CAS commitment to children, youth and families unwavering in unprecedented time

NewsBy Hamilton Childrens Aid Society March 26, 2020

Every day, staff at Hamilton Children’s Aid Society are focused on the safety and well-being of children, youth, families, in the Hamilton community. While many things are changing, sometimes on a daily basis, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the agency’s commitment to serving families has not. Hamilton CAS remains open and is providing…

Hamilton CAS statement on inquest into death of Devon Freeman

NewsBy Hamilton Childrens Aid Society February 14, 2020

Devon Freeman’s death was a heartbreaking loss that was felt by all those who knew him. As a child welfare organization, we strive to support families and do work that has a positive effect on children’s safety and well-being — a role that involves working with some of the most vulnerable families and children in…

Yearly Archives: 2020