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OTF Grant Bridges Gap in Mental Health Support for Young Survivors

MPP Aislinn Clancy met with Child Witness Centre representatives and partners to celebrate…

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From Waitlist to Readiness | Annual Report 2024-25

It is with deep pride and gratitude that we share our 2024–25 Annual Report with you!

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CBC coverage: Robin and her family share their survivor story!

Robin and her family share their personal story in this incredible coverage!

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OTF Grant Bridges Gap in Mental Health Support for Young Survivors

MPP Aislinn Clancy met with Child Witness Centre representatives and partners to celebrate…

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Did you know 27% of Canadians report experiencing physical or sexual abuse before the age of 15?

This past year alone, we supported 1,088 child and youth victims of abuse and crime, and 827 caregivers, in Waterloo Region, Guelph, and Wellington County.

When we walk with young survivors and their families through the justice system, their trauma is reduced, healing begins, and futures become much brighter.

What is it like for the children we support? Laura Cook sheds some light in this video.

“The support of Child Witness Centre for me was… lifesaving.” – Past client

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The vision of the Child Witness Centre is a community where children and youth are safe, valued and heard, empowering them towards strong futures.

Halloween is an exciting time for many kids, that also poses some risks! For anyone heading out today, here are some safety tips.🎃 Never go inside a stranger's house to get treats🎃 Stay in familiar neighbourhoods and only visit well lit homes🎃 Check all the treats before children eat them🎃 Wear a costume with bright colours and reflective material🎃 Use makeup instead of masks to better see obstacles🎃 Avoid oversized costumes that can be a tripping hazard🎃 Stop, look, and listen carefully before crossing the str#happyhalloweeno#staysafey#havefunveFun See MoreSee Less
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Human trafficking is often described as a modern-day form of slavery. Often done for profit, it involves the control and coercive influence over a person to exploit them – typically through sexual exploitation or forced labour. It has devastating impacts on the lives of the most vulnerable. 💔Human trafficking is unfortunately happening in our communities. Thousands of incidents have been reported to police in Canada in the past decade. And the vast majority of victims are women and girls. 91% of victims were trafficked by someone they knew, and 34% by an intimate partner.📞 If you think someone might be a victim, call the Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline (1-833-900-1010) or the police.Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking See MoreSee Less
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Happy #Diwali to everyone celebrating the #festivaloflights! We wish you a joyous time with family and friends, delighting in the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. 🪔 See MoreSee Less
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