Empowered Kids Ontario

06/12/2026

Contact Niagara is proud to “never be the wrong place to call.”

They connect families to services for children and youth who may have developmental and/or other social, emotional, and behavioural concerns.

It’s a great example of how coordinated care helps children and families access the right supports—when and where they need them most.

06/11/2026

Play should be for every child
https://www.unicef.org/parenting/day-of-play

When public spaces are designed with accessibility and inclusion in mind, more kids can explore, connect, and play together.

International Day of Play is about making space where all children can learn and develop through their right to play.

Find accessible playgrounds near you: https://accessibleplaygroundsontario.ca/accessible-playground-map/

And learn how you can turn your everyday family routine into fun, playful moments: https://www.unicef.org/parenting/child-care/playtime-anytime

06/11/2026

“We need a safer digital ecosystem—one that includes stronger rules for technology, better protections for kids, and support for healthy use at home and in school."

EKO supports the Canadian government's drive to build a safer and healthier digital ecosystem for kids and teens with Bill C-34, the Safe Social Media Act.

Learn more with the link in the comments.


Canadian Paediatric Society, IWK Health, Canadian Centre for Child Protection

06/11/2026

The Canadian Paediatric Society welcomes the introduction of Bill C-34, the Safe Social Media Act, by the Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture.

Paediatricians across Canada see the impacts of an unregulated digital environment on the physical, mental, social-emotional, and developmental health of children and youth every day. Comprehensive, child-focused federal digital safety legislation is urgently needed to help create safer online spaces for children, youth and families in Canada.

The introduction of this legislation marks an important step forward. We welcome the opportunity to work with parliamentarians to protect the digital health and safety of children and youth in Canada.

For more information on the importance of online safety for children and youth visit the Centre for Healthy Screen Use at healthyscreenuse.cps.ca

06/10/2026

How can we make online spaces safer for kids and youth? Here's a start:
https://healthyscreenuse.cps.ca/policy-and-advocacy/toolkit/learn

The Canadian Paediatric Society is sharing a Community Toolkit to help you learn about, educate others on and advocate for safe digital spaces.

This section of the toolkit includes background information and resources that address questions such as:How does screen use affect child and youth health and w

06/09/2026

06/09/2026

Can't wait to check out the Autistic Celebration Gallery!!

June 18 is Autistic Pride Day! To celebrate, we’re holding an Autistic Celebration Gallery: a virtual showcase of autistic joy, creativity, achievements, and pride across Northwestern Ontario. We invite autistic children and youth and their families to share something they are proud of. Submissions can be stories, photos, artwork, videos, or anything else that reflects what makes your child proud.
Submit by June 15. Anonymous submissions are welcome, and consent will be confirmed before anything is shared. We can't wait to celebrate autistic pride with you!

Learn more: https://www.fireflynw.ca/news/firefly-launches-autistic-celebration-gallery/

06/09/2026

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06/09/2026

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06/08/2026

Navigating services can be challenging and the FASD Workers through Contact Niagara can assist with accessing suitable supports and services.

FASD Workers provide information, develop strength-based support plans and coordinate services for children/youth in family, school, and community life.

Learn more by following their pages or checking out Contact Niagara's website: https://www.contactniagara.org/fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder-fasd-program