YouthCAN Program Coordinators were featured in a Toronto Star article advocating for RESPs for youth in care. We were on the front page! Check it out! Toronto Star

Student Support Analyst
OPACY is seeking a skilled systems professional to provide technology support to systems. Under direction, you will be responsible for performing analytical, technical and administrative work in the planning, design and installation of new and existing computer systems; installing new hardware, standard applications, and operating software; and performing other tasks as assigned. Submit resume with covering letter, quoting file PA‐2010‐06 no later than 5pm June 16.

I Am Your Children’s Aid" brings to life stories of the young men and women who have been in care as well as foster and adoptive parents, caseworkers and social workers who have dedicated their lives to supporting the children in their communities.

Check out the fan page on face book!
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?v=feed&story_fbid=245986865317&id=297900269#/pages/Your-Childrens-Aid/211826157943?v=wall&ref=ts

Youth under 25 are not being heard. We need you to step up and make a difference!

Answer questions and have input into Canada’s plan for mental health services.

1 in 5 Canadian youth suffer from a mental illness. The problem is big and Canada doesn’t have a plan for how to deliver mental health services to children and youth. Every other G8 country does have a plan (i.e.: USA, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Russia, and UK). Not only is this an embarrassment to Canada, it is just plain wrong to ignore our rights

Many groups are offering advice on changes to policies and programs to help youth in care to reach their potential. The following submission is offered by a very wise 22 year-old in her third year of university, and quite clearly on track to a very successful career. In her words:

The Children’s Aid Society became my parents when I was twelve years old. I was raised by a wonderful, caring foster mother who taught me all I needed to know to be a good person. I was guided by social workers who knew how to help me achieve my life goals. I was mentored by a Big Sister who took me under her wing when I needed someone to talk to. I attribute much of my success these past ten years to the dedication of these individuals, and their determination to see me survive even against the odds.