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Huron-Perth Children’s Aid Society (HPCAS) is non-profit, community organization legally mandated to protect children and youth from abuse and neglect.
HPCAS advocates for and protects children’s rights, supports and strengthens families; and is a leader for change in our community. Through culturally competent services, with the support of the community, we help parents and caregivers build healthy families and provide a safe environment for children and youth.
Call us. We are here to help. We are available by phone 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the community.
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7 hours ago
With kids heading back to school next month, now is a good time to talk about cyber security at home. Devices, apps and online accounts are a big part of daily life for children and youth – and knowing how to navigate them safely matters more than ever.
Help your kids understand what …phishing looks like – emails or messages that create a sense of urgency, ask for personal information, or pretend to be from someone they trust like a teacher or school. Teach them to pause before clicking any link, and remind them to never share personal details like their school name, location or schedule with people they don't know online. Talk to them regularly about coming to you if something ever feels off.
For parents and caregivers, a few habits make a big difference:
– Use strong, unique passwords for every account and consider a password manager
– Keep devices and apps updated so security patches stay current
– Review privacy settings across all apps and platforms your kids use
– Think before posting – back-to-school photos can reveal more than you realize
Keeping these conversations going at home is one of the most effective things families can do to stay cyber safe.
#HPCAS #SafetyAwarenessSeries #CyberSecurity
With kids heading back to school next month, now is a good time to talk about cyber security at home. Devices, apps and online accounts are a big part of daily life for children and youth – and knowing how to navigate them safely matters more than ever.
Help your kids understand what …phishing looks like – emails or messages that create a sense of urgency, ask for personal information, or pretend to be from someone they trust like a teacher or school. Teach them to pause before clicking any link, and remind them to never share personal details like their school name, location or schedule with people they don't know online. Talk to them regularly about coming to you if something ever feels off.
For parents and caregivers, a few habits make a big difference:
– Use strong, unique passwords for every account and consider a password manager
– Keep devices and apps updated so security patches stay current
– Review privacy settings across all apps and platforms your kids use
– Think before posting – back-to-school photos can reveal more than you realize
Keeping these conversations going at home is one of the most effective things families can do to stay cyber safe.
#HPCAS #SafetyAwarenessSeries #CyberSecurity
5 days ago
We're looking for a volunteer mentor for our Ignite Program in Stratford starting this September! 🌟
Ignite is a group mentorship program for children ages 7-11, built around curiosity, creativity and confidence. As a mentor, you'd help facilitate activities like games, field …trips, arts and crafts, science experiments and baking – while being a consistent, positive presence in the lives of the children in the program.
We're looking for someone who loves working with children, brings energy and enthusiasm to group settings, and can commit to Tuesday evenings from 6:30 – 8:00 PM for a minimum of six months.
If that sounds like you, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at 519-271-5290 or 1-800-668-5094 ext. 2341 or teamvolunteer@h-pcas.ca.
You can also learn more at h-pcas.ca/volunteer
#HPCAS #Volunteer #Stratford
We're looking for a volunteer mentor for our Ignite Program in Stratford starting this September! 🌟
Ignite is a group mentorship program for children ages 7-11, built around curiosity, creativity and confidence. As a mentor, you'd help facilitate activities like games, field …trips, arts and crafts, science experiments and baking – while being a consistent, positive presence in the lives of the children in the program.
We're looking for someone who loves working with children, brings energy and enthusiasm to group settings, and can commit to Tuesday evenings from 6:30 – 8:00 PM for a minimum of six months.
If that sounds like you, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at 519-271-5290 or 1-800-668-5094 ext. 2341 or teamvolunteer@h-pcas.ca.
You can also learn more at h-pcas.ca/volunteer
#HPCAS #Volunteer #Stratford
6 days ago
Join us for Circle of Security, an 8-week in-person parenting program running this fall in Stratford!
This program helps caregivers understand their child's emotional world – learning to read emotional needs, supporting kids in managing their feelings, and building a more secure …connection at home.
We hope you'll join us! Childminding is available so you can focus while your little one is looked after.
Tuesdays, October 6 – November 24, 2026
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
YMCA of Three Rivers – Stratford, 204 Downie St.
Scan the QR code or visit the link below to register.
keyon.ca
#HPCAS #CircleOfSecurity #EarlyON #Stratford #ParentingSupport
Join us for Circle of Security, an 8-week in-person parenting program running this fall in Stratford!
This program helps caregivers understand their child's emotional world – learning to read emotional needs, supporting kids in managing their feelings, and building a more secure …connection at home.
We hope you'll join us! Childminding is available so you can focus while your little one is looked after.
Tuesdays, October 6 – November 24, 2026
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
YMCA of Three Rivers – Stratford, 204 Downie St.
Scan the QR code or visit the link below to register.
keyon.ca
#HPCAS #CircleOfSecurity #EarlyON #Stratford #ParentingSupport
6 days ago
Our first Charity Golf Tournament on August 19 isn't just about supporting a great cause – there's some friendly competition and rewards in it for you, too!
Along with 9 holes of golf, a cart, green fee entry and a BBQ dinner, you'll have a shot at winning prizes throughout …the day. Are you up for the challenge?
Join us at Stratford Golf & Country Club, 4:00 PM shotgun start. $100 individual or $350 for a team of four.
Visit the link in our bio to sign up.
#HPCAS #CharityGolfTournament #SupportingWellBeingTogether
Our first Charity Golf Tournament on August 19 isn't just about supporting a great cause – there's some friendly competition and rewards in it for you, too!
Along with 9 holes of golf, a cart, green fee entry and a BBQ dinner, you'll have a shot at winning prizes throughout …the day. Are you up for the challenge?
Join us at Stratford Golf & Country Club, 4:00 PM shotgun start. $100 individual or $350 for a team of four.
Visit the link in our bio to sign up.
#HPCAS #CharityGolfTournament #SupportingWellBeingTogether
1 weeks ago
Turning 18 doesn't mean a young person stops needing support, especially for youth who've spent time in care.
That's why HPCAS connects youth with programs designed to ease the transition into adulthood, like Ready, Set, Go, which helps with life skills and pursuing …post-secondary education, skilled trades or employment. Other supports include the Aftercare Benefits Initiative, mentorship and orientation programs, and help accessing post-secondary funding.
Every young person deserves the chance to build a stable, independent future, and that takes more than turning a certain age. It takes real support that doesn't disappear overnight.
If you're a youth who's been in care, or you know someone who has, reach out to learn what support might be available to you.
#HPCAS
Turning 18 doesn't mean a young person stops needing support, especially for youth who've spent time in care.
That's why HPCAS connects youth with programs designed to ease the transition into adulthood, like Ready, Set, Go, which helps with life skills and pursuing …post-secondary education, skilled trades or employment. Other supports include the Aftercare Benefits Initiative, mentorship and orientation programs, and help accessing post-secondary funding.
Every young person deserves the chance to build a stable, independent future, and that takes more than turning a certain age. It takes real support that doesn't disappear overnight.
If you're a youth who's been in care, or you know someone who has, reach out to learn what support might be available to you.
#HPCAS
1 weeks ago
July 26 is Elder Recognition Day, honouring the wisdom, leadership and cultural knowledge carried by Indigenous Elders.
Elders play a vital role in their communities, passing down teachings and traditions while guiding the next generation. It's knowledge built over a lifetime and …shared through relationships, patience and care.
HPCAS operates on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe and Attawandaron peoples, and we recognize how important it is for children and youth to stay connected to Elders and the cultural knowledge they carry within these communities.
Today, listen to an Elder in your life and thank them for all they have taught us.
#HPCAS #ElderRecognitionDay
July 26 is Elder Recognition Day, honouring the wisdom, leadership and cultural knowledge carried by Indigenous Elders.
Elders play a vital role in their communities, passing down teachings and traditions while guiding the next generation. It's knowledge built over a lifetime and …shared through relationships, patience and care.
HPCAS operates on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe and Attawandaron peoples, and we recognize how important it is for children and youth to stay connected to Elders and the cultural knowledge they carry within these communities.
Today, listen to an Elder in your life and thank them for all they have taught us.
#HPCAS #ElderRecognitionDay
2 weeks ago
As National Drowning Prevention Week wraps up, here are a few facts worth keeping in mind well beyond this week.
Did you know?
💧 Most people who drown never actually planned to go in the water. Falls, slips and unexpected accidents account for a big chunk of drownings every …year.
💧 Drowning happens fast, often in under 30 seconds, with little to no splashing or noise. It rarely looks like what we see in movies.
💧 More than a third of people who drown were swimming alone at the time. Having a buddy nearby can make all the difference if something goes wrong.
💧 Even a small amount of water, like a kiddie pool or a bucket, can be dangerous for young children without active supervision.
💧 Backyard pools should always have four-sided fencing with a self-closing, lockable gate to help prevent unsupervised access.
The takeaway? A bit of preparation and awareness goes a long way toward keeping the people you love safe in, on and around the water this summer.
Stay safe!
@lifesavingsocietyon
#HPCAS #NDPW2026 #SNPN2026 #WaterSmart
As National Drowning Prevention Week wraps up, here are a few facts worth keeping in mind well beyond this week.
Did you know?
💧 Most people who drown never actually planned to go in the water. Falls, slips and unexpected accidents account for a big chunk of drownings every …year.
💧 Drowning happens fast, often in under 30 seconds, with little to no splashing or noise. It rarely looks like what we see in movies.
💧 More than a third of people who drown were swimming alone at the time. Having a buddy nearby can make all the difference if something goes wrong.
💧 Even a small amount of water, like a kiddie pool or a bucket, can be dangerous for young children without active supervision.
💧 Backyard pools should always have four-sided fencing with a self-closing, lockable gate to help prevent unsupervised access.
The takeaway? A bit of preparation and awareness goes a long way toward keeping the people you love safe in, on and around the water this summer.
Stay safe!
@lifesavingsocietyon
#HPCAS #NDPW2026 #SNPN2026 #WaterSmart
2 weeks ago
A summer evening on the green, a BBQ dinner, and a good cause – what more could you ask for?
Our first Charity Golf Tournament is shaping up to be a fun one. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just looking for a relaxed night out, we hope you will join us!
📅 August 19, …2026
⏰ 4:00 PM shotgun start
📍 Stratford Golf & Country Club
$100 individual, $350 for a team of four. Spots are filling up, so grab yours soon!
Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to sign up.
#HPCAS #CharityGolfTournament #SupportingWellBeingTogether
A summer evening on the green, a BBQ dinner, and a good cause – what more could you ask for?
Our first Charity Golf Tournament is shaping up to be a fun one. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just looking for a relaxed night out, we hope you will join us!
📅 August 19, …2026
⏰ 4:00 PM shotgun start
📍 Stratford Golf & Country Club
$100 individual, $350 for a team of four. Spots are filling up, so grab yours soon!
Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to sign up.
#HPCAS #CharityGolfTournament #SupportingWellBeingTogether
2 weeks ago
Looking for a fun way to talk about water safety with your kids this summer? Story time might be your easiest in.
The Lifesaving Society put together a Water Smart summer reading list full of kid-friendly books that make water safety feel like part of the adventure, not a lecture. From …swimming elephants to baby otters learning the ropes, these stories help little ones pick up good habits without even realizing they're learning.
Reading together is also just a nice excuse to slow down and chat about staying safe before you head out the door for a swim. Check out the graphic for some great titles to look for at your local library or bookstore!
Reading list courtesy of @lifesavingsocietyon
#HPCAS #NDPW2026 #SNPN2026 #WaterSmart
Looking for a fun way to talk about water safety with your kids this summer? Story time might be your easiest in.
The Lifesaving Society put together a Water Smart summer reading list full of kid-friendly books that make water safety feel like part of the adventure, not a lecture. From …swimming elephants to baby otters learning the ropes, these stories help little ones pick up good habits without even realizing they're learning.
Reading together is also just a nice excuse to slow down and chat about staying safe before you head out the door for a swim. Check out the graphic for some great titles to look for at your local library or bookstore!
Reading list courtesy of @lifesavingsocietyon
#HPCAS #NDPW2026 #SNPN2026 #WaterSmart