Child Welfare

The standards are geared to child welfare providers across Canada.

The program is currently available only in English.

Organizations are asked to meet a common set of Organizational Standards, as well as standards specific to their child welfare programs and services.

The Organizational Standards look at the whole organization, and cover things like governance, management, planning and evaluation, quality improvement, and important risk management functions. The standards also look for person-centred services, a strength-based approach, accessibility of services, and engagement and responsiveness to the communities served.

The Child Welfare standards apply to the organization’s child welfare programs and services. They address supports and services provided to children in care, families and new parents. There are also standards that cover services such as foster care, children’s residences and the adoption process.

The Ontario Association of Children’s Aid Societies played a leading role in creating CCA and developing the accreditation program for organizations that offer child welfare services.

Contact CCA for more information.