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OTF Grant Bridges Gap in Mental Health Support for Young Survivors

MPP Aislinn Clancy met with Child Witness Centre representatives and partners to celebrate…

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From Waitlist to Readiness | Annual Report 2024-25

It is with deep pride and gratitude that we share our 2024–25 Annual Report with you!

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CBC coverage: Robin and her family share their survivor story!

Robin and her family share their personal story in this incredible coverage!

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OTF Grant Bridges Gap in Mental Health Support for Young Survivors

MPP Aislinn Clancy met with Child Witness Centre representatives and partners to celebrate…

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Did you know 27% of Canadians report experiencing physical or sexual abuse before the age of 15?

This past year alone, we supported 1,088 child and youth victims of abuse and crime, and 827 caregivers, in Waterloo Region, Guelph, and Wellington County.

When we walk with young survivors and their families through the justice system, their trauma is reduced, healing begins, and futures become much brighter.

What is it like for the children we support? Laura Cook sheds some light in this video.

“The support of Child Witness Centre for me was… lifesaving.” – Past client

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The vision of the Child Witness Centre is a community where children and youth are safe, valued and heard, empowering them towards strong futures.

#sextortion is a horrendous crime that is increasingly happening in Canada. While there are ways to help #Safeguard yourself and your loved ones, instances continue to occur. 💔➡️ If you have been a victim of sextortion, you are not alone! Help is available. Report it to police, tell a safe adult, and receive support: needhelpnow.ca/___________________________________Canadian Centre for Child Protection Waterloo Regional Police Service See MoreSee Less
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On this #DressPurpleDay, our team is proudly showing our support for vulnerable young people and their families! 💜We are passionate about this day because:🟣 We believe survivors deserve to be heard and supported🟣 We honour the courage and resiliency of those who speak out🟣 We know supporting survivors helps stop the cycle of harm🟣 We recognize the lasting ripple effects of our services 🟣 We value healing, wellbeing, and a brighter future for allDress Purple Day is an annual initiative encouraged by children’s aid societies, Indigenous Child and Family Well-Being Agencies, and partners across Ontario.Whatever challenges you or someone you know might be facing today, resources are available! Organizations like ours are here to help.👉 Learn more: www.oacas.org/publications-and-campaigns/dresspurpleday/ See MoreSee Less
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We were delighted to receive 30 teddy bears from Stanley Park #optimists last week! Like our mini-Monet stuffed dogs (also pictured), the value of these #stuffies for children is immeasurable. 🩵Being a young victim or witness of abuse or crime is traumatic enough, never-mind going through our justice system – which is often intimidating and overwhelming even for adults. These stuffed animals help these kids by:🧸 Enhancing their sense of safety and security, over intense feelings of fear and anxiety.🧸 Fostering a sense of autonomy, by having something special to care for and look after.🧸 Providing comfort between appointments, and in the transition from court to everyday life.📸 Rob Graham delivered the bears on behalf of his club last Thursday. Our Operations and Development Assistant, Sahver, was pleased to receive them on behalf of our team. See MoreSee Less
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