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What a great afternoon in Goderich! We were grateful to participate in today's Service Fair, connecting with other organizations and learning about other community services and supports available in Huron County.

Events like this are a great reminder of how many resources exist in our…Read more community – and how much stronger we are when we work together. Thank you to The Salvation Army and Trinity Church for coordinating this event and bringing everyone together!

#HPCAS #CommunityPartnership #Goderich #HuronCounty

We operate on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe and Attawandaron peoples. As treaty people, that comes with responsibilities we take seriously.

As a Children's Aid Society, we acknowledge the harm child welfare has caused Indigenous communities – through the …Read moreresidential school system and through legislation and practices that continue today.

Our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation means ongoing action toward better outcomes for First Nations, Inuit and Métis families.

#HPCAS #OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters #TruthAndReconciliation #NDTR

Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We wear orange to honour the children who never came home from residential schools, and to stand with the survivors, families and communities who carry that loss.

As a Children's Aid Society, this day asks something specific of …Read moreus. Child welfare has caused deep, generational harm to Indigenous families – through legislation, through practice, through the same logic of removal that residential schools operated on. We acknowledge that directly. That harm didn't end with residential schools, and its effects are still felt today.

Our commitment to reconciliation means working to change that. Reducing the number of Indigenous children in care, strengthening customary care, ensuring Indigenous voices are at our board table, and building real relationships with the communities we serve are commitments we take seriously and work toward every day.

HPCAS operates on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe and Attawandaron peoples. We recognize Treaty 29 (The Huron Tract) and Treaty 45.5 (The Saugeen Tract) and our responsibilities as treaty people.

This work is long and it requires accountability. We remain committed to it.

h-pcas.ca/reconciliation/

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One week until Circle of Security begins! There's still time to register for this 8-week in-person program for caregivers in Stratford.

Join us starting next Tuesday, October 6 at the YMCA of Three Rivers. You'll spend eight weeks learning to better understand your child's …Read moreemotional world, support them through challenging moments, and strengthen your connection at home. Childminding is available so you can fully focus.

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

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Congratulations to Kiara Jane Markle on the publication of Paperwork of a Ghost: A Survivor's Blueprint.

This book is more than a collection of words on a page. It is a powerful act of storytelling, resilience, and truth-telling. Through poetry and personal reflection, Kiara invites …Read morereaders into experiences that are often difficult to speak about, offering understanding, connection, and hope.

Stories have the power to help people feel seen, challenge us to think differently, and create space for healing and meaningful conversations. Kiara's willingness to share her voice is a gift to everyone who reads her work.

We were honoured to support the publication of this book. Congratulations on this incredible achievement. We know your words will make a lasting impact on many readers.

📖 Paperwork of a Ghost: A Survivor's Blueprint by Kiara Jane Markle

It can be found at Bee’s Knees Books and Emporium in Goderich. Proceeds from every copy go to Artemis Huron.

#AuthorSpotlight #CommunityVoices #Resilience #Storytelling #HuronPerth

New week, new programs! Swipe to see what's happening in your community 🍂

Here's what's on this week:

🍳 Kinder Cookers – Mitchell – A fun caregiver-and-child cooking program for ages 0-6. Starts Friday, October 2 at Mitchell Arena.

🧘 Month of …Read moreMindfulness – Wingham – Mindfulness activities, caregiver tips and a fun sensory craft for children ages 0-6. Starts Thursday, October 1 at EarlyON Child & Family Centre.

📚 Small Wonders – Milverton – A caregiver-and-child program featuring play-and-learn activities and weekly guest speakers. Running Wednesday, September 30 at Perth East Public Library.

🧠 The Basics of Managing Challenging Behaviour (Virtual) – Final session this Wednesday, September 30.

All Community Engagement & Prevention programs are free. Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to register.

📧 CommunityEngagementTeam@h-pcas.ca
📲 519-271-5290

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Safe sleep is one of the most important things new parents and caregivers can think about.

The safest place for your baby to sleep is alone in a crib, cradle or bassinet – including a bassinet attachment for a playpen – that meets current Canadian safety regulations. Always place your …Read morebaby on their back, for every sleep.

A few key things to keep in mind:

– Remove all soft objects from your baby's sleep space – quilts, blankets, bumper pads, pillows, stuffed toys and baby nests all pose a risk
– Never let your baby sleep on a waterbed, air mattress, futon, sofa or any surface with extra padding
– Avoid inclined sleepers, baby hammocks and crib wedges – they can cause your baby to move into a position where they cannot breathe
– Room share for the first six months – place your baby's crib, cradle or bassinet in the same room where you sleep
– Provide a smoke-free environment for your baby, before and after they are born
– Do not use baby swings, bouncers, strollers or car seats for sleep – if your baby drifts off in one of these, move them to a safe sleep space as soon as possible

For more detailed information, visit Health Canada's safe sleep tips page at canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/safe-sleep/safe-sleep-tips.html or visit h-pcas.ca/parenting-faqs/

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Today, we were honoured to welcome staff, community members, partners, guest speakers, Elders, Knowledge Holders, and supporters to our National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Community Gathering at Huron-Perth Children's Aid Society.

The journey of Truth and Reconciliation is not …Read morea single event. It is an ongoing commitment to listening, learning, reflecting, building relationships, and taking meaningful action.

We extend our sincere thanks to our guest speakers and community partners who generously shared their knowledge, perspectives, teachings, and experiences. We are grateful for the opportunity to learn alongside one another and deepen our collective understanding.

Thank you as well to Member of Parliament John Nater for taking time to attend and participate in today's gathering, and to everyone who joined us in community. @john_nater_mp

As an organization, we remain committed to advancing reconciliation through action, learning, partnership, and supporting the well-being of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis children, youth, families, and communities.

#TruthAndReconciliation #EveryChildMatters #OrangeShirtDay #NationalDayForTruthAndReconciliation #ReconciliationInAction #CommunityConnections #HPCAS

Funded by the Government of Canada

Our leadership feature this month welcomes Kara Kipfer, CPA, CA, our Accounting Manager! ✨

Kara brings a thoughtful perspective to her role and to the work of child welfare more broadly. "People are complex, resilient and deserving of support without judgement," she shares. …Read more"Our perspectives are shaped by our individual experiences, and true understanding comes from listening to one another."

For Kara, lasting change requires making sure everyone affected has a voice. She sees this reflected in how HPCAS approaches its work – closely alongside families to identify strengths and build supports before situations escalate, through admission prevention strategies and kinship placements that help families stay together whenever it is safe to do so.

What she values most about her role is knowing the work happens at every level of the organization. Ensuring resources are available when families need them most means staff can provide timely support during some of the most difficult moments in a family's life.

Thank you so much, Kara, for the care and dedication you bring to this work! 💚

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