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You have the power to Foster Brighter Futures.

System change starts with you.

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PATHWAYS TO APPRENTICESHIPS

The Skilled Trades are Calling...

The Pathways to Apprenticeships (PTA) program provides Youth from care the chance to kickstart a meaningful, stable, and rewarding career in Ontario's skilled trades.

Why Mental Health and Wellness Matters:

Studies have shown that rates of post-traumatic stress disorder for Kids in care are twice that of War Veterans.

A DISTINCT IDENTITY

Child Welfare PAC at a Glance

Child Welfare PAC knows that our strength lies not only in the words we stand by, but most importantly through the actions of our initiatives. In 2017, we realized that in order to create brighter futures for Youth in care and former Foster Kids, the system needed to change. This led to the creation of Child Welfare PAC, an organization focused on lobbying for evidence-based change.

Our Priorities

Post-Secondary Achievement

Only 20% of qualified foster youth pursue post-secondary studies, yet graduation means more opportunities for life.

Mental Health and Wellness

The rate of post-traumatic stress for youth after care is almost double that of war veterans. We need trauma-informed services.

Privacy Rights

Did you know the privacy rights of juvenile offenders are protected better than those of kids from child protection? We advocate to seal files after "aging-out".

Evidence-Based Policy Making

System accountability through evidence-based policies that check impact on life outcomes of kids.

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It takes only one act of kindness and caring to change a person's life"
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