Children First Canada is proud to announce the completion of a feasibility study exploring the creation of a What Works Centre for Kids: a collaborative hub designed to develop, test, and scale proven solutions that improve the lives of children and youth.
Supported by an investment from the Calgary Foundation, the study brought together a diverse range of stakeholders and young people to explore how the Centre might strengthen responses to some of the most urgent challenges facing children today, including child abuse, food insecurity, and youth mental health. The feasibility study identified strong community interest in a coordinated, evidence-informed approach that reduces duplication, strengthens partnerships, and accelerates what works for kids and their families. The proposed Centre would also serve as a space for youth leadership and innovation, empowering young people to help shape solutions that affect their lives and communities.
Children First Canada extends its sincere thanks to the Calgary Foundation for its catalytic support. This investment has enabled critical groundwork that positions Calgary as a leader in collaborative, child-focused innovation and marks an important step forward as we embark on the next decade of impact.