Huron-Perth Children's Aid Society

Celebrating Bandi Chhor Divas today! This special day marks the liberation of Guru Hargobind Ji and 52 kings from Gwalior Fort in 1619. Let's light up our homes and hearts, sharing joy and sweets with loved ones. May freedom and light shine bright! #BandiChhorDivas #SikhHeritage

Wishing everyone a joyful and vibrant Diwali! May this Festival of Lights illuminate your life with happiness, prosperity, and love. #Diwali #FestivalOfLights #JoyAndProsperity

As Halloween night approaches, it's essential to keep safety in mind while having fun! 🎃👻 Here are some tips to ensure a spooktacular and safe night for everyone: ▪️ Plan Your Route: Map out a familiar trick-or-treating route to avoid getting lost. ▪️ Wear Reflective Clothing: Help your kids stay visible by adding reflective tape to costumes or having them carry flashlights. ▪️ Comfortable Costumes: Choose costumes that are not too long or baggy to prevent tripping. Opt for face paint instead of masks for better visibility. ▪️ Buddy System: Always go trick-or-treating with friends or family, and establish a curfew for older kids. ▪️ Inspect Candy: Check all treats before letting your kids indulge. Discard anything that looks suspicious or is unwrapped. Let’s make this Halloween a safe and enjoyable experience for all! #HalloweenSafety #TrickOrTreat #SpooktacularSafety #HappyHalloween

Educational liaisons help find any available resources that may enhance the child's educational plan. To learn more, please watch this short clip.

We are excited to announce that the Agency has started a campaign to raise funds for Kindness Kits! Kindness Kits will give children, youth, and families the opportunity to personalize items that will provide practical and meaningful assistance. You can find the details here on our website: h-pcas.ca/kindness-kits/

Today is Dress Purple Day! 💜✨ Join us as we raise awareness for children's rights to safety and well-being. By wearing purple, we show our support for vulnerable children, youth, and families in our communities. Let's stand together and remind everyone that help is available and no one is alone. #DressPurpleDay #ChildWelfare #SupportKids

Looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? We are currently seeking community-based Board Members who are interested in advocating for the needs of children. If you're over the age of 18 and can commit to a 3-year term, please contact Angela Simpson at 519-524-7356 ext. 3269 or angelasimpson@h-pcas.ca For more information regarding the application process go to www.h-pcas.ca

At HPCAS, our strength lies in our dedicated and talented team members. Today, we’re excited to introduce you to one of the amazing individuals who make our work possible and who makes a difference every day. Name: Abdulshafi Position: Advanced IT Systems Support Specialist Time at HPCAS: 1 year and 7 months Why I love my job: I love ensuring that the IT infrastructure runs smoothly and securely. Administering access controls and supporting staff in resolving their IT issues is incredibly rewarding. Introducing new technology to make day-to-day tasks easier not only enhances productivity but also empowers our team and staff. Being part of the leadership team allows me to align my vision with the agency's goals, ensuring we provide excellent service to our amazing end users. Favourite pastime: In my free time, I enjoy exploring the latest advancements in IT and cybersecurity, as well as engaging in tech-related projects that help me further develop my skills. Whether it’s diving into new software or attending tech conferences, my passion for technology keeps me excited and inspired.

We are excited to announce that the Agency has started a campaign to raise funds for Kindness Kits! Kindness Kits will give children, youth, and families the opportunity to personalize items that will provide practical and meaningful assistance. You can find the details here on our website: h-pcas.ca/kindness-kits/

Tomorrow is Dress Purple Day! By wearing purple you will be showing support for children, youth and families in your community. By wearing purple you will be supporting the call for the Ontario government to take immediate action to ensure community based organizations and service providers across the province have adequate resources to support the needs of children, youth and families.