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The latest updates from the world of The Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa and beyond.
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Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa: Committed to Excellence and Continuous Improvement
The Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa (CASO) recently participated in a province-wide audit of child welfare organizations conducted by KPMG. The audit consisted of two phases: an initial survey questionnaire completed by all agencies, followed by a more detailed review of 13 selected organizations, including CASO. The process concluded at the end of September, and we are now awaiting…
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A Look Back at CASO’s 2025 IDAHOBIT Celebration
On Thursday, May 15, the Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa (CASO) hosted a Community Resource Marketplace in honour of the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT). The afternoon brought together queer youth in care, CASO staff, and community partners to celebrate identity and build a deeper sense of belonging for queer youth involved…
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Pod Model Increases Graduation Rates and Builds Trauma-Informed Classrooms
Ottawa, ON — Results from the Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa’s (CASO) Pod Model for Learning program, developed with support from the Faculty of Education at the University of Ottawa, reveal that youth in care receiving personalized support are graduating at higher rates, while future educators gain critical skills in trauma-informed practices. Preliminary data from…
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Ottawa Family Shares Their Foster Journey: “It’s Challenging, But It Is So Worth It”
When Melanie Merkley and her family open their home to a foster child, they’re not just welcoming a new baby—they’re embracing an entire family. “We’re not just fostering a child; we’re fostering relationships,” she says. “Maintaining and building connections between the child and their birth parents is so critical.” Melanie keeps in touch with birth…
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CASO and OPSEU have reached an agreement
July 30, 2024 – We are pleased to announce that the Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa (CASO) has reached an agreement with OPSEU, facilitated by mediator Gerry Lee. The strike by our unionized workforce will end at 8:30 a.m. on August 6, 2024. As we prepare to welcome our staff back and resume normal operations, we…
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A Message to Our Valued Staff
July 19, 2024 – We understand and share your frustrations. Your dedication and hard work are the backbone of our mission to ensure the safety and wellbeing of families in Ottawa. We are committed to working together to achieve our shared goals for sustainable child welfare. We know that you’re continually asked to do more with…