Association of Native Child and Family Services Agencies of Ontario

Association of Native Child and Family Services Agencies of Ontario Association of Indigenous Child & Family Well-Being Agencies mandated to build a better life for all.

CHILD PROTECTION WORKERS – 2 Positions (Competition  # 07-0001)Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services is a provincial...
08/13/2026

CHILD PROTECTION WORKERS – 2 Positions (Competition # 07-0001)

Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services is a provincially designated Child Well-Being Agency that provides Prevention, Protection, and Child and Family services that reflect values, beliefs and principles rooted within the Anishinabek culture....

Niijaansinaanik Child and Family Services is a provincially designated Child Well-Being Agency that provides Prevention, Protection, and Child and Family services that reflect values, beliefs and p…

07/29/2026

A Voice for Indigenous Women's Issues

We recently asked our staff, “What does our theme ‘Weaving Pathways Home’ mean to you?” 🧺In the coming weeks, we will be...
07/29/2026

We recently asked our staff, “What does our theme ‘Weaving Pathways Home’ mean to you?” 🧺

In the coming weeks, we will be releasing short quotes from our staff on what our theme for 2026 means to them. It is an honour to work alongside such dedicated staff, and the ANCFSAO team cannot wait to welcome you to this year’s conference. 🧺

Comment below 👇 what would your answer be? 👇

Please click the link in our bio to find our conference website with registration, workshop applications, and more! 🎉

📸 Check Out Our Past Galleries!As we look ahead to this year’s ICFWB Conference, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the ...
07/17/2026

📸 Check Out Our Past Galleries!

As we look ahead to this year’s ICFWB Conference, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible people who have been part of the journey. 💙

ANCFSAO extends a heartfelt thank you to all past attendees. Over the years, the ICFWB Conference has welcomed service providers, caregivers, and community members from across Canada—and even the United States! Your presence, participation, and commitment to learning have helped make this event a meaningful gathering for our sector.

We are always honoured to come together to connect, share knowledge, and explore the issues that matter most to our communities.

📷 Attended in 2024 or 2025? Visit the conference website through the link in our bio to view the full photo galleries.

Special thanks to G.E.M. 🌿 by Shauntay Longboat 📷 INDIGENOUS PHOTOGRAPHER for beautifully capturing these moments.

✨ We hope to see you again this October!

Want to be a part of this year’s conference? Head to the links in our bio to apply for a workshop or register yourself today!

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ANCFSAO would like to acknowledge the devastating wildfires impacting communities across Northern Ontario.With member ag...
07/17/2026

ANCFSAO would like to acknowledge the devastating wildfires impacting communities across Northern Ontario.

With member agencies serving children, youth, and families throughout the province, we are seeing firsthand the profound effects these emergencies are having on communities, as well as on the dedicated frontline staff working tirelessly to support safety and well-being.

As Indigenous Peoples, our connection to the land is deeply rooted. Witnessing families displaced and entire communities affected by these fires is heartbreaking.
During this challenging time, we are committed to sharing resources, raising awareness, and encouraging collective action. When one community is impacted, we are all impacted. We invite those who are able to support ongoing relief efforts in whatever way they can.
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the wildfires, and we extend our sincere gratitude to the firefighters, emergency responders, community members, and volunteers who continue to work tirelessly to protect lives and communities.

Resources & Ways to Help
True North Aid - Supporting Indigenous communities across Canada.
Indigenous Services Canada - Emergency Management
Assistance
Visit Moon Time Connections on Instagram for information about donation drop-off locations and relief efforts across Ontario.

Together, we can support the strength, resilience, and recovery of affected communities.

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From our team to you! We hope you all had a safe and amazing Pride Month this year!Everyone should feel supported and em...
06/30/2026

From our team to you! We hope you all had a safe and amazing Pride Month this year!

Everyone should feel supported and empowered to be themselves, and every space should be a safe one. ❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜

Today ANCFSAO continues recognizing Indigenous People’s Day by way of highlighting the work of our agencies across commu...
06/30/2026

Today ANCFSAO continues recognizing Indigenous People’s Day by way of highlighting the work of our agencies across communities.

📍Akwesasne Child and Family Services
Cultural programming and Prevention Team Highlight

Happy Monday! We have some amazing news!📣📣That’s right - the ICFWB Registration is NOW OPEN! Head to the link in our bio...
06/29/2026

Happy Monday! We have some amazing news!📣📣

That’s right - the ICFWB Registration is NOW OPEN! Head to the link in our bio to register yourself today… but wait, theres more!

We have also opened our EXHIBITOR & WORKSHOP Applications! 📣📣

Find these at the link in our bio as well. We cannot wait to welcome you all for another great year of learning, networking, and building community here in Ontario.

This month, for Indigenous People’s Day, ANCFSAO will be highlighting a couple of our agencies and the work they do acro...
06/23/2026

This month, for Indigenous People’s Day, ANCFSAO will be highlighting a couple of our agencies and the work they do across their communities.

📍Payukotayno James and Hudson Bay Family Services
Nurturing The Seed program within their community.

Nurturing The Seed is an evidence-informed prevention and early intervention approach designed to support the mental health, development, and overall well-being of children from birth to age six.

Through this initiative, Aboriginal Head Start has successfully integrated Nurturing The Seed into its registration process, ensuring that all 81 enrolled families will have the opportunity to participate.
As part of the program, families are supported to take a closer look at their child’s developmental strengths and needs, while receiving individualized Development Support Plans that provide practical strategies and resources to promote healthy growth and development. By identifying and responding to developmental concerns early, families can access support when it matters most.

This collaborative initiative represents an important investment in prevention, helping to strengthen parent-child relationships, enhance family well-being, and build a strong foundation for lifelong mental health and resilience. Payukotayno James and Hudson Bay Family Services is proud to support Aboriginal Head Start in advancing this meaningful work and creating positive outcomes for children and families in Moose Factory.

📣📣 LOGO CALL OUT! 📣📣Please share with any Indigenous youth artists you may know. We are looking for a permanent logo for...
06/02/2026

📣📣 LOGO CALL OUT! 📣📣

Please share with any Indigenous youth artists you may know. We are looking for a permanent logo for our Annual ICFWB Conference which should reflect the ongoing work ANCFSAO does to ensure we are bringing education and awareness of relevant topics to our membership agencies and non-indigenous partnership agencies. This conference strives to be a reflection of the work of our sector and the many pathways of healing each community is engaging in across Ontario.

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Toronto, ON
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