Calling for an End to Anti-Muslim Hate
Children First Canada stands in solidarity with Muslims across the country in calling for an end to Islamophobia and violence against their community. The recent attack on a Muslim family in London, Ont., while out for an evening walk is a sobering reminder that anti-Muslim hate is pervasive in our country. In one act of […]
Ontario’s decision not to reopen schools is a colossal failure and falsely pits children against the economy
Toronto, June 2, 2021 – The Ontario government announced today that students will not return to in-class learning before September, meanwhile plans to reopen the economy – including non-essential businesses – are still underway. Children First Canada calls upon the Ontario government to make children and youth a priority and reopen schools. Children need access […]
Mourning the loss of 215 children
We are deeply grieved by the news of the 215 children who were found buried in a mass grave at a former residential school in Kamloops, B.C. As an organization that advocates for the rights and well-being of every child in Canada, we mourn the loss of these 215 Indigenous children and the many more yet uncounted, and we honour the survivors and their families. We express […]
How to Talk to Children About Death
Death can be a strange and terrifying thing for children to understand. Read our latest blog for tips on how to talk to children about death, so you can to help empower them and remove fear.
An open letter to the Ontario government regarding the re‐opening of schools
Doctors and advocates for children and youth in Ontario are urging government leaders to immediately re-open schools.
Kids are in Crisis – Canada’s Top Advocates and Experts Unite to Declare #codePINK
Canada’s top children’s hospitals and advocacy organizations are uniting to declare #codePINK and raise the alarm about the current mental and health crisis facing children and young people across the country.
Inspiring Healthy Futures
Children First Canada is a proud champion of Inspiring Healthy Futures: A Vision for Children, Youth and Families in Canada. Learn how you can be a part of the change we need for tomorrow, today.
We’re Hiring!
Looking for an opportunity to advocate for children’s rights in Canada? Join the CFC team this summer! We are currently recruiting for a Bilingual Services Coordinator and a Program Planner – Special Events.
Child advocates welcome historic investments in childcare, but call out the gaps in funding needed to address urgent and systemic threats to children’s health
Child advocates welcome historic investments in childcare, but call out the gaps in funding needed to address urgent and systemic threats to children’s health.
Child Advocates Call on the Federal Government to Prioritize Children in Budget 2021
Children First Canada is urging government leaders to make kids a high priority in Budget 2021. The health and well-being of children must be included in Canada’s COVID-19 response and economic recovery plans.