Systemic racism prevents Black children in Canada from reaching their full potential. In her latest blog, CFC's founder and CEO, Sara Austin, explains why racism must be eradicated in order to achieve our vision of making Canada the best place in the world for kids to grow up.
The Raising Canada 2020 report revealed that the top 10 threats to childhood are increasing – or are in danger of increasing – due to the impact of COVID-19. Sara Austin, CFC’s founder and CEO, explains why the time to act is now.
Is a 16-year-old too young to cast a ballot? Sara Austin, CFC’s founder and CEO, explains why lowering the federal voting age isn't as radical as it seems.
Now that school is out, children face further isolation and mental health challenges. Sara Austin, CFC’s founder and CEO, discusses the importance of supporting the unique needs of children in response to COVID-19.
Sitting in the Prime Minister’s Office, 10-year-old Roman made a passionate plea I will never forget: 18 is just a number. His conviction was almost jarring. Without reservation, he spoke about children’s rights, their need to be heard – at any age – and his frustration with not being...
Independent senator Rosemary Moodie and Children First Canada Founder and CEO Sara Austin have co-written this op-ed emphasizing that the government must address both urgent and long term impacts of the COVID crisis on children.
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