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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.
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3 hours ago
July is Disability Pride Month, and this year we wanted to take a closer look at the flag that represents it.
Designed by Ann Magill in 2019 and updated in 2021, every part of this flag means something:
🖤 Black background – mourning for victims of ableist violence and abuse
… ↗️ Diagonal band – cutting across the barriers that separate disabled people from society
❤️ Red – physical disabilities
💛 Gold – neurodivergence
🤍 White – invisible and undiagnosed disabilities
💙 Blue – psychiatric disabilities
💚 Green – sensory disabilities
Together, the six colours represent how disability spans across every border and community in the world.
This month is about celebrating disability as part of human diversity, with its own culture, history and pride worth recognizing. At HPCAS, that matters to us because every child, youth and family deserves to be respected for exactly who they are, disability included.
Happy Disability Pride Month! 💚
#HPCAS #DisabilityPrideMonth
July is Disability Pride Month, and this year we wanted to take a closer look at the flag that represents it.
Designed by Ann Magill in 2019 and updated in 2021, every part of this flag means something:
🖤 Black background – mourning for victims of ableist violence and abuse
… ↗️ Diagonal band – cutting across the barriers that separate disabled people from society
❤️ Red – physical disabilities
💛 Gold – neurodivergence
🤍 White – invisible and undiagnosed disabilities
💙 Blue – psychiatric disabilities
💚 Green – sensory disabilities
Together, the six colours represent how disability spans across every border and community in the world.
This month is about celebrating disability as part of human diversity, with its own culture, history and pride worth recognizing. At HPCAS, that matters to us because every child, youth and family deserves to be respected for exactly who they are, disability included.
Happy Disability Pride Month! 💚
#HPCAS #DisabilityPrideMonth
1 days ago
Summer brings so many great reasons to be near water – swimming lessons, lake days, backyard pools and splash pads. It's also a good time to brush up on water safety before the season gets busy!
The reality is that most drowning incidents happen quickly and quietly, often when no one …expects it. The good news is that a few consistent habits make a real difference. Here are some important reminders.
When kids are in or around water:
– Stay within arm's reach of young children, even in shallow water
– Choose pools, beaches and splash pads with lifeguards on duty
– Never leave kids unsupervised near kiddie pools, bathtubs or buckets
– Make sure backyard pools have secure, self-closing fencing
– Have kids wear a properly fitted lifejacket when boating or near open water
A good rule: If you can't reach your child within a second, you're too far away. Supervision is the most effective tool we have to prevent water-related injuries.
A little preparation now means a safer, more enjoyable summer for the whole family!
#HPCAS #SafetyAwarenessSeries #WaterSafety
Summer brings so many great reasons to be near water – swimming lessons, lake days, backyard pools and splash pads. It's also a good time to brush up on water safety before the season gets busy!
The reality is that most drowning incidents happen quickly and quietly, often when no one …expects it. The good news is that a few consistent habits make a real difference. Here are some important reminders.
When kids are in or around water:
– Stay within arm's reach of young children, even in shallow water
– Choose pools, beaches and splash pads with lifeguards on duty
– Never leave kids unsupervised near kiddie pools, bathtubs or buckets
– Make sure backyard pools have secure, self-closing fencing
– Have kids wear a properly fitted lifejacket when boating or near open water
A good rule: If you can't reach your child within a second, you're too far away. Supervision is the most effective tool we have to prevent water-related injuries.
A little preparation now means a safer, more enjoyable summer for the whole family!
#HPCAS #SafetyAwarenessSeries #WaterSafety
1 days ago
Wishing everyone a warm, safe and joyful Canada Day! 🇨🇦❤️
We hope you spend today enjoying good company, great weather and everything that makes this country feel like home.
Today is also a meaningful time to pause and acknowledge the land we live and work on. HPCAS …operates on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe and Attawandaron peoples, and we remain committed to reconciliation, gratitude and respect with First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities.
#HPCAS #CanadaDay
Wishing everyone a warm, safe and joyful Canada Day! 🇨🇦❤️
We hope you spend today enjoying good company, great weather and everything that makes this country feel like home.
Today is also a meaningful time to pause and acknowledge the land we live and work on. HPCAS …operates on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe and Attawandaron peoples, and we remain committed to reconciliation, gratitude and respect with First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities.
#HPCAS #CanadaDay
2 days ago
Golfing solo or bringing a team? Either way, we've got a spot for you at our first Charity Golf Tournament on August 19!
Here's what your entry includes:
🏌️ 9 holes of golf with cart
🍔 Light BBQ dinner
⛳ Green fee entry
🏆 Prizes!
Taking …place at Stratford Golf & Country Club, 53 Romeo St. N. in Stratford, with a 4:00 PM shotgun start. Individual entry is $100, or grab three friends and golf as a team of four for $350.
Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to sign up!
#HPCAS #CharityGolfTournament #SupportingWellBeingTogether
Golfing solo or bringing a team? Either way, we've got a spot for you at our first Charity Golf Tournament on August 19!
Here's what your entry includes:
🏌️ 9 holes of golf with cart
🍔 Light BBQ dinner
⛳ Green fee entry
🏆 Prizes!
Taking …place at Stratford Golf & Country Club, 53 Romeo St. N. in Stratford, with a 4:00 PM shotgun start. Individual entry is $100, or grab three friends and golf as a team of four for $350.
Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to sign up!
#HPCAS #CharityGolfTournament #SupportingWellBeingTogether
3 days ago
2SLGBTQ+ parents are doing what all good parents do – loving their kids, figuring things out as they go, and hoping they're raising kind, confident people.
What makes their experience unique is that they often have to be more intentional about creating safe, welcoming spaces for their… families. They teach their children that families come in different forms and that being yourself is always worth it.
We want every family to feel comfortable reaching out when they need support. That means making sure 2SLGBTQ+ parents know they're welcome here and that we understand their experiences matter.
Happy Pride Month! 🏳️🌈
#HPCAS #Pride2026 #2SLGBTQ
2SLGBTQ+ parents are doing what all good parents do – loving their kids, figuring things out as they go, and hoping they're raising kind, confident people.
What makes their experience unique is that they often have to be more intentional about creating safe, welcoming spaces for their… families. They teach their children that families come in different forms and that being yourself is always worth it.
We want every family to feel comfortable reaching out when they need support. That means making sure 2SLGBTQ+ parents know they're welcome here and that we understand their experiences matter.
Happy Pride Month! 🏳️🌈
#HPCAS #Pride2026 #2SLGBTQ
6 days ago
A heartfelt thank you to Festival Furniture for coming on board as a Silver Sponsor for our first Charity Golf Tournament! ⛳
Every bit of support brings us closer to strengthening families and communities through prevention, partnership and connection. We're so thankful to have them… with us.
Thank you, Festival Furniture, for your generosity!
festivalfurniture.com | @festivalfurniturestratford
#HPCAS #CharityGolfTournament #SupportingWellBeingTogether
A heartfelt thank you to Festival Furniture for coming on board as a Silver Sponsor for our first Charity Golf Tournament! ⛳
Every bit of support brings us closer to strengthening families and communities through prevention, partnership and connection. We're so thankful to have them… with us.
Thank you, Festival Furniture, for your generosity!
festivalfurniture.com | @festivalfurniturestratford
#HPCAS #CharityGolfTournament #SupportingWellBeingTogether
6 days ago
Children and youth bring their whole selves to every interaction – their culture, language, family traditions and lived experiences. Our job is to meet them there.
Equity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. When our team reflects the communities we serve, when our services …adapt to different needs, and when families see themselves represented in our work, better relationships form and trust builds faster.
Inclusion means children and families don't have to choose between getting help and staying true to who they are. They can access support while maintaining connections to what matters most to them.
Learn more about our commitment at the link below or in our bio:
h-pcas.ca/diversity-equity-inclusion/
#HPCAS #Equity #DEI
Children and youth bring their whole selves to every interaction – their culture, language, family traditions and lived experiences. Our job is to meet them there.
Equity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. When our team reflects the communities we serve, when our services …adapt to different needs, and when families see themselves represented in our work, better relationships form and trust builds faster.
Inclusion means children and families don't have to choose between getting help and staying true to who they are. They can access support while maintaining connections to what matters most to them.
Learn more about our commitment at the link below or in our bio:
h-pcas.ca/diversity-equity-inclusion/
#HPCAS #Equity #DEI
1 weeks ago
Mark your calendars – HPCAS is teeing up our very first Charity Golf Tournament! ⛳
Please join us on Wednesday, August 19 at Stratford Golf & Country Club. Funds raised will support early help and prevention programs to strengthen families and communities through prevention, …partnership and connection.
The details:
📅 August 19, 2026
⏰ Shotgun start at 4:00 PM
📍 Stratford Golf & Country Club, 53 Romeo St. N., Stratford, ON
Whether you're golfing solo or rallying a team of four, this is a great way to spend an evening outside while supporting a cause that matters. Spots are limited, so don't wait too long to register!
Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to sign up.
#HPCAS #CharityGolfTournament #SupportingWellBeingTogether
Mark your calendars – HPCAS is teeing up our very first Charity Golf Tournament! ⛳
Please join us on Wednesday, August 19 at Stratford Golf & Country Club. Funds raised will support early help and prevention programs to strengthen families and communities through prevention, …partnership and connection.
The details:
📅 August 19, 2026
⏰ Shotgun start at 4:00 PM
📍 Stratford Golf & Country Club, 53 Romeo St. N., Stratford, ON
Whether you're golfing solo or rallying a team of four, this is a great way to spend an evening outside while supporting a cause that matters. Spots are limited, so don't wait too long to register!
Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to sign up.
#HPCAS #CharityGolfTournament #SupportingWellBeingTogether
1 weeks ago
At HPCAS, we have zero tolerance for harassment and discrimination in any form. This applies to everyone who connects with HPCAS – families accessing services, staff, volunteers and community partners.
Safe, respectful environments allow people to focus on what matters most: supporting …children and families. When someone experiences harassment or discrimination, it affects their ability to do their best work and get the help they need.
Our anti-harassment commitment shapes how we hire, train and hold each other accountable. Everyone who works with us understands these standards and helps maintain them.
Learn more about our commitment at the link below or in our bio:
h-pcas.ca/anti-harassment-and-discrimination-statement/
#HPCAS #AntiHarassment #SafeSpaces
At HPCAS, we have zero tolerance for harassment and discrimination in any form. This applies to everyone who connects with HPCAS – families accessing services, staff, volunteers and community partners.
Safe, respectful environments allow people to focus on what matters most: supporting …children and families. When someone experiences harassment or discrimination, it affects their ability to do their best work and get the help they need.
Our anti-harassment commitment shapes how we hire, train and hold each other accountable. Everyone who works with us understands these standards and helps maintain them.
Learn more about our commitment at the link below or in our bio:
h-pcas.ca/anti-harassment-and-discrimination-statement/
#HPCAS #AntiHarassment #SafeSpaces