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Bringing together survivors and allies to create real and lasting change for kids.

2026 Pancake Lunch: An Awesome Success!

It was amazing coming together with over 360 supporters on Tuesday, February 17!

Meet Brady, Accredited Facility Dog

We’re so excited to introduce you to our 2nd facility dog to join our team!

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Bringing together survivors and allies to create real and lasting change for kids.

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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.

Video sponsored and produced by the Aubrey & Marla Dan Foundation (AMDF).
Sensitive content: Video includes themes of abuse and violence. Please watch with care.

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

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Child Witness Centre

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

18 hours ago

Child Witness Centre
To all survivors, and everyone impacted by the case involving Jeffrey Sloka and the not-guilty verdict delivered today, we're so sorry this happened. 😢We would like to tSexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Regionegion once again for coordinating the show of support for survivors at the courthouse today. Find their full statement about the verdict and supports they provide if you or someone you know needs help. www.sascwr.org/news/statement-sloka-trial-verdictPlease take care of yourselves today, and always. You are not alone in our community. 💜 See MoreSee Less
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20 hours ago

Child Witness Centre
The verdict is scheduled to be delivered today for the trial of Jeffrey Sloka, former neurologist in Waterloo Region.Laura Cook, Caseworker for Child Witness Centre, explains why many members of our team and our community are at the courthouse, showing support for survivors. 💜Stay tuned for another video later today, after the verdict is given.🔗 Learn more: www.sascwr.org/sloka.html See MoreSee Less
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1 day ago

Child Witness Centre
What an incredible start to our 2026 #YouthSymposium today! Around 300 grade 8 students and their teachers joined us in Rozanski Hall at University of Guelph. 🌟Amazing #presentations were given by Chris Gray, Christene Lewis, Jeff A.D. Martin, and our own Child Witness Centre speakers. Themes included living with purpose, dreaming big, resiliency, self-worth, kindness, positive friendships, and more.We look forward to carrying the momentum into Tuesday and Wednesday next week in #waterloo! A total of about 2,000 students will hear these impactful messages, to become better prepared for secondary school and pursue all they can be. See MoreSee Less
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