What resources can I trust?
The Internet can be a rich source of information on child and youth health. But it isn’t always clear whether the information is reliable. Social media is NOT a reliable source of information. Caring for Kids has existing resources to help you navigate this stressful time with your children: How can we talk to kids about […]
Resources for First Nations kids and youth
Credit: First Nations Child and Family Caring Society of Canada. For more information, visit: Spirit Bear’s COVID-19 Resources We Matter Indigenous Youth Toolkit
Caring for Kids resources
The following resources were developed for parents by Caring for Kids, an initiative of the Canadian Paediatric Society of Canada. Source: https://www.caringforkids.cps.ca/handouts/the-2019-novel-coronavirus-covid-19 COVID-19 is an illness caused by a coronavirus. Human coronaviruses are common and are typically associated with mild illnesses, similar to the common cold. Symptoms Symptoms may be very mild or more serious. […]
Stand Up For Kids: Federal Pre-Budget Consultations 2020
Canadian Paediatric Society, Children First Canada, Children’s Healthcare Canada, the Pediatric Chairs of Canada, and UNICEF Canada have created a joint pre-budget submission for the Federal budget consultation process.
Read more about the urgent need to invest in Canada’s kids. #YourBudget #StandUpForKids
Child Advocates Respond to Throne Speech, Calling on Parliament to Make Kids a Higher Priority
Children First Canada responds to the Speech from the Throne.
New Poll Reveals Majority of Canadians Believe Our Country Ranks in Top 10 for Children’s Well-Being.
Poll Released on National Child Day and the 30th Anniversary of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child
Global News Halifax: IWK CEO calls for government leaders to improve health of children
Global News Halifax: Release of the Raising Canada report
CP24: Stephanie Mitton on the Release of the Raising Canada report
CP24: Stephanie Mitton on the Release of the Raising Canada report
Huffington Post Canada: Accidents Are The Leading Cause Of Death For Canadian Children
Huffington Post Canada: Release of the Raising Canada report more
CTV National News: Advocates urge government to improve health and safety of Canadian children
CTV National News: Release of the Raising Canada report more