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Events

  • Annual General Meeting
    The Society's Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 22nd. Details to follow.

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  • Heart Gallery of Canada
  • THE CHAMPIONS FOR CHILDREN FOUNDATION OF OTTAWA
  • Employment at CAS
  • Casott On Youtube
  • Foster & Adoption Informative Sessions
  • The Youth Corner
  • Board of Director Activities
  • Image
  • Winning Kids

Our Mission
The Children's Aid Society of Ottawa is committed to protecting the children and youth of our community from all forms or abuse and neglect. We work to keep them safe and secure, both within their families and the communities in which they live.

We understand that you may have questions regarding our services. Click here to go to our page of 'frequently asked questions' and their answers.

News

  • Safe Sleep Advisory - Summer Travel

    7/20/2010 2:54:11 PM

    Attached is a press release sent by the Children's Aid Society and Ottawa Public Health.
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  • Reminder During Heat Wave!

    7/8/2010 9:31:38 AM

    In as little as 10 minutes, your car's interior temperature can reach a high of 93 degrees Celsius (200 degrees Fahrenheit). NEVER LEAVE a child or a pet in your car, even with the windows partly rolled down.
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    Barbara MacKinnon Receives Honorary Degree

    6/23/2010 3:53:08 PM

    In recognition of a lifetime of achievement and service to the Algonquin College community and the City of Ottawa, Algonquin College bestowed one of its highest honours, that of Honorary Degree, on Ms. Barbara MacKinnon.
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    Launch of the first Canadian Heart Gallery

    4/16/2010 12:53:39 PM

    The Adoption Council of Canada (ACC), in partnership with the Children's Aid Society of Ottawa, is launching an innovative pilot program to find homes for children and youth in foster care who need permanent families.
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  • Safe Sleep

    3/5/2010 3:54:31 PM

    There continues to be a need for increased awareness on safe sleep for babies in our community. Please find attached important information from Health Canada and Ottawa Public Health.
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    I Am Your Children's Aid

    1/8/2010 2:48:26 PM

    Ontario Children's Aid Societies launch new campaign. Click here for link to campaign website. read more

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    Winning Kids Launches New Website

    1/8/2010 2:37:48 PM

    Winningkids, the consortium for information on fostering and adoption in Eastern Ontario has been revamped.
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    Top 25 Employer

    10/23/2009 1:57:01 PM

    The Children's Aid Society of Ottawa awarded Top 25 Employer for the National Capital Region. .Click here for link to Eluta.ca website.
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    Executive Director Named Ottawa Top 50

    9/29/2009 2:37:02 PM

    Ottawa Life Magazine has named Barbara MacKinnon, Executive Director of the Children's Aid Society of Ottawa as one of the top 50 people in Ottawa.Click here for link to article.
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    Postcard Project unites youth in care

    6/12/2009 11:25:10 AM

    The Ottawa CAS has joined with Youth In Care Canada to facilitate a postcard workshop for youth.
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  • Advisory - Safe Sleep Practices for Infants

    9/16/2008 2:39:49 PM

    Click on the following link for a description of the Safe Sleep Practices for Infants advisory from Health Canada.Advisory.
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