Events
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Annual General Meeting
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The Society's Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 22nd. Details to follow. 
About Us
Who we are
The Childrens’ Aid Society of Ottawa (CAS) is a community organization legally mandated to protect children and youth from abuse and neglect.
We are one of 53 agencies in Ontario that keep children safe, provide support and other services to parents; and when necessary provide safe and nurturing care for children and youth who are unable to live at home because of family problems.
We provide service 24 hours per day, seven days a week. Outside of regular business hours, a team of protection workers is available to respond to situations where children may be at risk.
In most situations we are able to protect children while they continue to live in their own home. For examples of preventative work please go to the Other Related Services Page.
We work in collaboration with families and other members of the community to ensure children and youth remain safe. Sometimes the risk of harm is such that the child or youth cannot be protected at home and temporary care is provided either in a foster or group living situation.
Once a child is in the care of the agency, every effort is made to help the child remain connected to his or her family whenever possible. During the child or youth stay in care, we provide the best possible opportunities for their growth and development.
We strive to provide services that respect diversity of race, religion, spirituality, gender, ability, language, and culture.
Access and Accommodation:
The CAS recognizes the diversity of the community it serves and is committed to resolving, when possible, any barriers that limit, impede or frustrate any person's ability to access or participate effectively in its services and processes, especially when these barriers relate to an equality rights status, such as disability, age or ethnicity.
Language of Service:
The CAS provides services in English and French in accordance with the legislation. If French is your official language of choice, you have a right to communicate with the CAS in French and receive service in French. If you are not comfortable in either English or French, the CAS will endeavour to provide you with appropriate interpretation services and supports to assist you in receiving services from the CAS.
Aboriginal Persons:
The CAS aims at providing service in a manner that recognizes First Nations, Métis and Inuit culture, heritage and traditions and the concept of the extended family.
The Children's Aid Society of Ottawa [CAS] is a non-profit organization funded by the Government of Ontario. The CAS is one of over 52 agencies across the province regulated by the Ministry of Children and Youth Services and governed by the Child and Family Services Act.