As the days grow longer and summer approaches, children start to yearn for the fun-filled days of summer break and parents start to seek out summer camp opportunities. We are so excited to be able to provide these opportunities this year! Unfortunately, for many children and youth involved with the Society, the possibility of attending…
DetailsThe Children’s Aid Society of Hamilton was established in 1894 as a not-for-profit charitable organization, mandated under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act of Ontario, focusing on the well-being and protection of children. The Society is committed to the strengthening of families, while valuing diversity and promoting equity. We are dedicated to building a…
DetailsWednesday, May 26, 2021 Ogwadeni:deo, The Children’s Aid Society of Hamilton and The Children’s Aid Society of Haldimand Norfolk are hosting a joint recruitment event seeking skilled and committed individuals to join our agencies as: CHILD PROTECTION WORKERSWe are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live…
DetailsThe Government of Ontario has agreed to a proposed settlement for all persons who were alive as of January 22, 2012, who were Crown Wards in Ontario at any time from the period on or after January 1, 1966 until March 30, 2017 and suffered physical or sexual assault before or while a Crown Ward.…
DetailsThe Hamilton Children’s Aid Society is seeking candidates for our Board of Directors for a three-year term, with an option for an additional three years, beginning June 2021. The Board of Directors of Hamilton CAS is committed to reflecting our community’s profile and needs in the way we are organized and the way we make…
DetailsThe Ontario Ombudsman has created new digital resources to assist workers in informing young people in care about their rights and who to contact with questions and concerns. These materials have been created specifically to help stakeholders and service providers communicate with young people about when they should contact the Ombudsman, and what the Ombudsman…
Details“The Grateful Hearts program helped out a lot. It helped us get groceries. During the holiday season, money is always tight, and this helped me and my family. Receiving gift cards made me feel better than someone else buying stuff for me. It allowed me to buy gifts for my own family.” Family supported through…
DetailsNovember 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…
DetailsWith 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…
DetailsDuring 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…
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