About Us
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Huron-Perth Children’s Aid Society (HPCAS) is a 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. The Society serves approximately 375 families each month and conducts more than 1000 investigations each year. It also helps more than 90 children who are in the Society’s care.
HPCAS Principles
- All children have a right to reach their full potential in a safe and nurturing environment.
- Providing and caring for children is a community responsibility.
- Parents and their children have the right to respectful and sensitive services. Families will have different cultures and lifestyles and will parent their children differently.
- Early intervention is the best way to assist families. Families and children should be provided timely services on the basis of mutual consent, where emphasis is placed on supporting families’ strengths.
- Comprehensive services that combine child protection, early intervention and clinical treatment services will ensure a seamless approach to meeting child and family needs.
- Community partnerships are an essential part of addressing the broad needs of children and families in a proactive and integral manner.
HPCAS Informational Video
Mission & Vision
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Mission
To advocate for and protect children’s rights; to support and strengthen families; and to be leaders for positive change in our community.
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Vision
Safe Children. Confident Youth. Resilient Adults.
Values
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Equity
Our leadership within the community and alongside our community partners reflects the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. The culture, diversity, identity and heritage of service users are acknowledged and respected.
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Empowerment
Service users engage in self-advocating opportunities and decision making, resulting in meaningful and individualized support.
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Engagement
We will develop proactive partnerships that will collectively advocate for the safety and well-being of children and families.
Let’s Get Social
17 hours ago
Small Wonders Baby Time launched this week at Mitchell Arena! 👶 What an amazing start to our 6-week journey with infants and toddlers aged 0-5.
Interactive play, developmental insights, weekly take-home activities and discussion topics make this program special.
Offered in …partnership with Perth Care for Kids, there's still time to join our growing group!
Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to register.
Community Engagement & Prevention programs are free, thanks to funding from the City of Stratford. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at:
📧 CommunityEngagementTeam@h-pcas.ca
📲 519-271-5290
Small Wonders Baby Time launched this week at Mitchell Arena! 👶 What an amazing start to our 6-week journey with infants and toddlers aged 0-5.
Interactive play, developmental insights, weekly take-home activities and discussion topics make this program special.
Offered in …partnership with Perth Care for Kids, there's still time to join our growing group!
Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to register.
Community Engagement & Prevention programs are free, thanks to funding from the City of Stratford. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at:
📧 CommunityEngagementTeam@h-pcas.ca
📲 519-271-5290
18 hours ago
Today we celebrate International Inuit Day and the incredible strength, culture and knowledge of Inuit communities across the Arctic!
We're honouring their resilience, learning from their wisdom and committing to support the solutions they're leading in their own communities.
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#InternationalInuitDay #HPCAS
Today we celebrate International Inuit Day and the incredible strength, culture and knowledge of Inuit communities across the Arctic!
We're honouring their resilience, learning from their wisdom and committing to support the solutions they're leading in their own communities.
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#InternationalInuitDay #HPCAS
2 days ago
Our equity process has changed — for the better. We'd love to tell you more about how.
Please watch this short video to hear more.
#HPCAS
Our equity process has changed — for the better. We'd love to tell you more about how.
Please watch this short video to hear more.
#HPCAS
2 days ago
Calling all little chefs! 👨🍳 Kinder Cookers is coming to Exeter this month – a fun cooking adventure for caregivers and preschoolers!
Starting November 27th at Connection Centre – Exeter Pentecostal Tabernacle, we'll whip up simple and quick snack recipes together with all …ingredients provided. Your little ones will love getting hands-on in the kitchen!
Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to register.
Community Engagement & Prevention programs are free, thanks to funding from the City of Stratford. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at:
📧 CommunityEngagementTeam@h-pcas.ca
📲 519-271-5290
Calling all little chefs! 👨🍳 Kinder Cookers is coming to Exeter this month – a fun cooking adventure for caregivers and preschoolers!
Starting November 27th at Connection Centre – Exeter Pentecostal Tabernacle, we'll whip up simple and quick snack recipes together with all …ingredients provided. Your little ones will love getting hands-on in the kitchen!
Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to register.
Community Engagement & Prevention programs are free, thanks to funding from the City of Stratford. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at:
📧 CommunityEngagementTeam@h-pcas.ca
📲 519-271-5290
4 days ago
Meet Brandon, our featured team member in this month's #TeamSpotlight! ✨
Brandon has been on our team for 7.5 years, and as our Organizational Effectiveness Manager, he plays an important role in supporting positive change across the organization.
In his own words: …"Every day I have the support to lead positive change or be part of it with amazing staff across the whole organization, who care deeply about the children, youth and families we support. I also get to do nerdy spreadsheet things, which is a lot of fun."
When he's not at work, Brandon enjoys playing guitar or piano.
Brandon, thank you for your steady leadership and the meaningful work you do to support our team and strengthen our organization. Your dedication to helping us move forward together makes a real difference, and we're grateful to have you as part of HPCAS. 💚
#HPCAS #EmployeePride
Meet Brandon, our featured team member in this month's #TeamSpotlight! ✨
Brandon has been on our team for 7.5 years, and as our Organizational Effectiveness Manager, he plays an important role in supporting positive change across the organization.
In his own words: …"Every day I have the support to lead positive change or be part of it with amazing staff across the whole organization, who care deeply about the children, youth and families we support. I also get to do nerdy spreadsheet things, which is a lot of fun."
When he's not at work, Brandon enjoys playing guitar or piano.
Brandon, thank you for your steady leadership and the meaningful work you do to support our team and strengthen our organization. Your dedication to helping us move forward together makes a real difference, and we're grateful to have you as part of HPCAS. 💚
#HPCAS #EmployeePride
5 days ago
This week, from November 2 to 8, we observe Treaties Recognition Week across Ontario – an opportunity to deepen our understanding of Treaty rights, relationships and responsibilities with Indigenous peoples.
We recognize that we operate on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, …Anishinaabe and Attawandaron peoples – lands subject to Treaty 29 (The Huron Tract) and Treaty 45.5 (The Saugeen Tract). As treaty people, we carry specific responsibilities in our work with children, youth and families.
We acknowledge the harmful role that child welfare has historically played in Indigenous communities. This painful history continues to impact Indigenous children and families today.
Treaties Recognition Week reminds us of our ongoing commitment to reconciliation in child welfare, including reducing the number of Indigenous children in care, implementing Indigenous training for staff and building relationships with local Indigenous communities.
We are all treaty people. We all share responsibility for honouring these agreements and supporting Indigenous children, youth and families.
📷 Photos from the Ministry of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation
#HPCAS #TreatiesRecognitionWeek
This week, from November 2 to 8, we observe Treaties Recognition Week across Ontario – an opportunity to deepen our understanding of Treaty rights, relationships and responsibilities with Indigenous peoples.
We recognize that we operate on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, …Anishinaabe and Attawandaron peoples – lands subject to Treaty 29 (The Huron Tract) and Treaty 45.5 (The Saugeen Tract). As treaty people, we carry specific responsibilities in our work with children, youth and families.
We acknowledge the harmful role that child welfare has historically played in Indigenous communities. This painful history continues to impact Indigenous children and families today.
Treaties Recognition Week reminds us of our ongoing commitment to reconciliation in child welfare, including reducing the number of Indigenous children in care, implementing Indigenous training for staff and building relationships with local Indigenous communities.
We are all treaty people. We all share responsibility for honouring these agreements and supporting Indigenous children, youth and families.
📷 Photos from the Ministry of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation
#HPCAS #TreatiesRecognitionWeek
1 weeks ago
Halloween is almost here! 🎃 Are you heading out with your kids for the first time? Are they seasoned trick-or-treaters? In any scenario, here are some quick reminders to help everyone have a great night:
– Stick to streets you know – it makes everything easier and less stressful
–… Add some reflective tape to costumes or grab a flashlight so drivers can spot the kids
– Make sure costumes aren't dragging on the ground (tripping hazards are real!)
– Face paint works better than masks – kids can actually see where they're going
– Send them out with siblings, friends or neighbours, and set a time to be back home
– Give the candy a quick look before they dig in – toss anything that seems off or isn't wrapped
Have fun and stay safe tomorrow! 👻
#HPCAS #HalloweenSafety #TrickOrTreat #HappyHalloween
Halloween is almost here! 🎃 Are you heading out with your kids for the first time? Are they seasoned trick-or-treaters? In any scenario, here are some quick reminders to help everyone have a great night:
– Stick to streets you know – it makes everything easier and less stressful
–… Add some reflective tape to costumes or grab a flashlight so drivers can spot the kids
– Make sure costumes aren't dragging on the ground (tripping hazards are real!)
– Face paint works better than masks – kids can actually see where they're going
– Send them out with siblings, friends or neighbours, and set a time to be back home
– Give the candy a quick look before they dig in – toss anything that seems off or isn't wrapped
Have fun and stay safe tomorrow! 👻
#HPCAS #HalloweenSafety #TrickOrTreat #HappyHalloween
1 weeks ago
A big thank you to the team at Samsonite for this generous donation of suitcases! Your thoughtful contribution helps give children and youth in care a sense of ownership and pride, and helps them feel prepared wherever their journey takes them. This support makes such a difference — thank you!
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We're so grateful for community partners, like Samsonite, who show up and give support for local children, youth and families. If you're interested in partnering with us please get in touch to learn how your organization can make an impact!
#HPCAS #CommunityPartnership
A big thank you to the team at Samsonite for this generous donation of suitcases! Your thoughtful contribution helps give children and youth in care a sense of ownership and pride, and helps them feel prepared wherever their journey takes them. This support makes such a difference — thank you!
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We're so grateful for community partners, like Samsonite, who show up and give support for local children, youth and families. If you're interested in partnering with us please get in touch to learn how your organization can make an impact!
#HPCAS #CommunityPartnership
2 weeks ago
We'd love to see you there! Join us next week in supporting Community Living North Perth at "The Power of a Place to Call Home" event on October 30.
Your ticket helps bring us closer to creating safe, supportive housing in North Perth. Seats are filling quickly — get your …ticket today at the link in our bio! @huronperthcas
We'd love to see you there! Join us next week in supporting Community Living North Perth at "The Power of a Place to Call Home" event on October 30.
Your ticket helps bring us closer to creating safe, supportive housing in North Perth. Seats are filling quickly — get your …ticket today at the link in our bio! @huronperthcas