Information for families involved in the Ontario child welfare system

This resource was created through the One Vision One Voice (OVOV) program to inform African Canadian families of how anti-Black racism can operate in child welfare. It offers African Canadian families support and guidance about how to navigate and interact with the system

Resource for Indigenous families involved with the child welfare system and experiencing violence. From the Ontario Native Women’s Association. Note: not all information is still accurate and current; for example, this resource references the Child and Family Services Act (which has since been replaced by the Child, Youth, and Family Services Act) and uses the term Crown Ward

Webinar recording in the Family Law Education for Women (FLEW) series. Slides are available here. Note: not all information is still accurate and current; for example, this resource references the Child and Family Services Act (which has since been replaced by the Child, Youth, and Family Services Act), uses the term Crown Ward, gives outdated information about the age of protection, and mentions the Ministry of Children and Youth Services

Practical information from Steps to Justice on cooperating with a Children's Aid Society (CAS) worker. Tips for preparing your home for a CAS visit are also provided

Webinar slides in the Family Law Education for Women (FLEW) series that looks at the child protection process from the point of view of parents who are dealing with the CAS.

This article written by a Toronto-based lawyer offers a perspective for families to consider when dealing with CAS workers

This resource has some sections that may be relevant to families in Ontario, for example "What to expect at the interview" (page 28/117) and "Basic tips for responding to DCFS investigations" (page 83/117). Note: this resource is from a U.S. based organization and therefore not all information will apply to Ontario families

This guide is informed by the experiences of families and youth involved with the child welfare system. In addition to providing an overview of child welfare, it also provides practical tips and positive actions that families can take, for example, during service planning. Note: this resource is from a U.S. based organization and therefore not all information will apply to Ontario families

This resources provides a general overview of the reunification process, including what parents can expect while their children are in care and what they can do to help their children return home. Note: this resource is from a U.S. based organization and therefore not all information will apply to Ontario families

This booklet from Rise takes families step-by-step through the process of reunifying with their children. Note: this resource is from a U.S. based organization and therefore not all information will apply to Ontario families