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Durham Children’s Aid Society is non-profit, community organization legally mandated to protect children and youth from abuse and neglect.
Durham Children’s Aid Society strives to ensure the safety and well-being of the community’s children and youth, with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through culturally-competent services, with the support of the community, we help parents and caregivers build healthy families and provide a safe environment for children and youth.
Call us. We are here to help. We are available by phone 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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For 35 years, Mary has been showing up as a volunteer driver, finding joy in the drive, the places she’s visited, and the connections made along the way. 💙
“I have so many positive memories of all the children I have driven, the best part is when they see you a few years later, they remember you and you think WOW I must have made a positive impact in their life.”
Thank you, Mary, for 35 years of dedication. Your care, consistency, and presence have made a lasting difference, one drive at a time. 💙
Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
Today, Durham Children’s Aid Society recognizes and thanks our administrative professionals for the essential role you play in our work. Your care, organization, and behind‑the‑scenes support keep our agency moving forward and help ensure our teams can focus on supporting children, youth, and families across Durham Region. We are truly grateful for all that you do.
This week is National Volunteer Week (April 19–25), and we’re celebrating the incredible volunteers who show up every day for children, youth, and families across the Durham Region. 💙 Throughout the week, we’ll be sharing stories from our volunteer drivers — including milestone anniversaries that reflect years of dedication, care, and community impact.
#NationalVolunteerWeek #IgniteVolunteerism #VolunteerDrivers #DurhamCAS #CommunityImpact
Interested in learning more about fostering—at your own pace?
Our virtual Foster Info Session offers information, space for questions, and next steps.
April 28 | 6:30–8:30 p.m.
durhamcas.ca/foster
We were proud to be represented at the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario’s CYFSA – Part X: From Insights to Impacts workshop on April 1.
Our Privacy Lead, Jodi Potts, joined a panel discussion focused on navigating privacy and access responsibilities under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, alongside sector partners from across Ontario. With close to 800 participants attending in person and virtually, the session sparked meaningful conversation and strong engagement.
Thank you to the IPC for the invitation and for creating space for important sector dialogue.
Wishing those who celebrate a peaceful and meaningful Easter. May this season bring moments of connection, hope, and renewal to you and your loved ones.
Today is Good Friday — a time of reflection and significance for many in our community. We acknowledge this day and hope it offers space for rest, connection, or reflection in whatever way feels meaningful to you.
Please note that the Durham CAS office will be closed April 3 and April 6. We wish everyone a safe and restful long weekend.
If you are concerned about a child or youth at risk, or if you need assistance, we are available 24/7 at 905-433-1551.
SAVE THE DATE: YOUTH PRIDE DURHAM IS JUNE 13. PLEASE SHARE!
Join us for another incredible event celebrating Pride month with youth and families in Durham Region.
Contact us to learn more. If you are with an organization that provides supportive and affirming services for 2SLTGBTQI+ youth and families, we are still seeking participants for our Resource Village!
#YouthPrideDurham #Youth Pride #DurhamRegion #Pride2026 #YouthPride2016
On World Autism Awareness Day, we stand with autistic individuals, families, and communities. By listening, learning, and leading with compassion, we can help create spaces where all neurodiverse voices are valued and respected. 💙
#AutismAwareness #Neurodiversity
#WorldAutismAwarenessDay #AutismAcceptance💙
We are seeking candidates for our board of directors. Please visit durhamcas.ca/leadership to learn more.
#BoardMember #BoardofDirectors #Volunteer #DurhamRegion
Chag Pesach Sameach to all who are celebrating. May Passover be filled with reflection, connection, and hope.
#Passover #HappyPassover