This guide is intended as a starting point for those conducting research in child welfare.
It provides tips on finding sources of information and staying current with research in the field. It also highlights key resources such as databases and organizational websites.
Where possible, open-access resources specific to Ontario are highlighted.
Check out the A-Z Resource List, an ever-growing inventory of the best databases, journals, websites, and other digital collections specific to child welfare.
This guide is intended as a supplementary resource for staff at Children's Aid Societies and Indigenous Well-being Agencies. It is not intended as an authority on social work or legal practice, nor is it meant to be representative of all perspectives in child welfare. Staff are encouraged to think critically when reviewing publications and other materials, and to always confirm practice and policy at their agency.