Representative for Children and Youth applauds government’s significant investment in child and family well-being announced today
Press Release February 10, 2026 Victoria – In response to the Minister of Children and Family Development’s announcement of an investment of $475 million to support young people with disabilities…
Keeping Huu-ay-aht children connected to their families
Press Release Dec. 16, 2025 PORT ALBERNI – Summary: Huu-ay-aht and the Province signed a child and family services agreement on Dec. 16, 2025, which will come into force on…
Caring Society calls on Canada to release all funds in the Ontario Final Settlement Agreement and put children’s interests before self-interest
Press Release December 10, 2025 This case concerns permanently ending Canada’s discrimination towards First Nations children, youth, and families. In these proceedings, Canada has inserted a clause into the Ontario…
Children and Youth in Care Day is Nov. 29
Press Release November 28, 2025 FREDERICTON – The following statement was issued by Social Development Minister Cindy Miles: Every year on Nov. 29, we recognize Children and Youth in Care…
Child and Youth Advocate’s latest report underscores the importance of adequate child intervention assessments
Press Release November 27, 2025 Between April 1, 2024, and March 31, 2025, 69 investigative reviews were completed for young people with child intervention involvement who passed away or were…
National Child Day Call to Action – Putting Children and Youth Back on Canada’s Policy Agenda
Press Release Ottawa, November 21, 2025 — On the heels of National Child Day, UNICEF Canada and partner organizations call on the Government of Canada and all federal parties to…
Celebrating Children’s Right to Culture, Language, and Belief
Press Release November 20, 2025 As we mark National Child Day, communities across Alberta are celebrating children and the rights that support their well-being. This year’s theme focuses on Article…
OCYA: Read our 2024 –2025 annual report
Press Release November 18, 2025 Our 2024-2025 annual report is now available, which highlights critical issues impacting young people and our work to advance their rights over the past year.…
Manitoba Advocate Releases 2024-25 Annual Report
Press Release OCTOBER 29, 2025 Manitoba Advocate urges government action to address the rise of children, youth, and young adults who are up against ill-equipped and uncoordinated systems unable to…
RCYBC – Annual Report and Service Plan 2025/26 to 2027/28
Press Release OCTOBER 9, 2025 The Representative has released the Annual Report 2024/25 and Service Plan 2025/26 to 2027/28. This report includes details on the activities of the Office in…
