About Us
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Bruce Grey Child and Family Services is a non-profit, government transfer payment, community organization legally mandated to protect children and youth from abuse and neglect. We are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who are elected from within the community. Programs and services are developed in response to the needs of children, youth, and families in our community.
Children’s Aid Societies are regulated by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS) and governed by the Ontario Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 (CYFSA).
Bruce Grey Child and Family Services strives to ensure the safety and well-being of children and youth in the community, with a focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion. We partner with parents, caregivers and community to provide a safe environment for children and youth, through equitable, culturally informed, and trauma informed services.
Keeping children safe is a community responsibility.
We receive many calls each year from concerned citizens, teachers, police, other agencies, and health care professionals about children and families who may need help. Families may be facing challenges such as poverty, unemployment, ill health, domestic violence, or mental health issues. Some families just need parenting support. When a family needs support, we link them to a variety of community services. Together, with community colleagues, we work with children and families for a stronger, healthier community.
Under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017, Children’s Aid Societies are mandated to:
- Investigate allegations or evidence that children under the age of 18 may be in need of protection
- Protect children where necessary
- Provide guidance, counselling, and other services to families for protecting children or preventing circumstances requiring the protection of children
- Provide care and supervision for children assigned or committed to its care
- Facilitate the adoption process for children when needed
We believe that children belong with their families and our work is done with families and children in their own homes.
For children and teens who are unable to safely remain in their own home, or have no parent or guardian available, we ensure they are placed in a safe and caring environment with members of their extended family (kin), family friends, or a foster caregiver. Many of the children who come to foster families have experienced some form of abuse or neglect and need a loving, stable environment to help them recover from their experience. We provide ongoing support to children in care and their kinship or foster caregivers.
Mission & Vision
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Mission
We are dedicated to the safety, well-being and quality of life for children and youth.
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Vision
Engaged and caring communities where children and youth thrive in strong families.
Our Core Values
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Caring
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Respect
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Integrity
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Collaboration
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Let’s Get Social
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2 weeks ago
Foster Parenting and Volunteer online information session. April 30th from 7pm-8pm. Please fill out an inquiry form on our website to get a virtual link. Website link in bio.
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2 weeks ago
Thank you BGCFS Volunteers. You make a difference!
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2 weeks ago
Thank You Volunteer Drivers!
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2 weeks ago
National Volunteer Week April 14th to 20th.
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3 weeks ago
Today, International Day of Pink recognizes the commitment and efforts made to standing up against bullying, homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, and transmisogyny as well as speaking up against the impacts this hate has that creates discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity and …gender expression.
This year’s theme is visibility, which encompasses being seen, acknowledged, respected, and heard.
Today is about being proud of who you are, choosing kindness and being an ally to those who experience hate for being who they are.
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1 months ago
Next information session is March 26th.
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1 months ago
Demonstrate your Art of Caring by sponsoring our November 16, 2024 inaugural Youth Charity Gala.
Presented by @brucepowerngs and in partnership with @bigbrothersbigsistersgreybruce and @keystonecounsellingbrucegrey, this community event will bring together nearly 200 caring individuals …looking to make a difference in the lives of over 7,000 local youth and families.
Interested in connecting your business to this impactful community event, building brand awareness and attending as an honoured guest? Review our 'Community Giving Investment Guide' and reach out by visiting https://greybruce.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/the-art-of-caring/
Tickets for this @cobblebeach event on sale in May!
'In support of young people and thriving communities'
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2 months ago
Join us today!
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2 months ago
Today we celebrate the social, cultural, and political achievements of women and girls and bring awareness to the progress being made towards achieving equality amongst genders. Despite the progress that has been made, there is still work to be done.
This year's theme is Invest in …women: Accelerate progress.
Empowering women and girls and addressing systemic barriers to achieving success helps to create a just economy and society for future generations, where women and girls can thrive.
#internationalwomensday2024