2026 World and National CYC Conference

Healing Through Connection: Returning to St. John’s in 2026 The first Child and Youth Care World Conference took place in St. John’s in 2013, bringing together practitioners from around the globe under the theme Connecting at the Crossroads. Hosted by the Child and Youth Care Association of Newfoundland and Labrador with CYC‑Net, it emphasized connection across … Read more

2026 Virtual CYCAA Provincal Conference

Child and Youth Care has always been about relationships — with young people and with each other. This conference isn’t just about sessions. It’s about connection, reflection, and reminding ourselves why this work matters. Whether you’re new to the field or decades in, whether you’re in Alberta or outside the province, you are welcome here. … Read more

New Website and Email Addresses

Our website recently experienced unexpected downtime, and during that window, our previous web address cyc-canada.com was usurped by an unauthorized third party. This also affected our email addresses linked to the domain. We have since resolved the issue, restored the site, and secured our email system. All emails are now safe to use again at … Read more

Call for Presentations!

Here is the opportunity to present at the upcoming Child and Youth Care World Conference in St. John’s Newfoundland. Submissions are now being accepted until October 15, 2025.

Happy CYC Week!

This is a time to recognize and celebratethe amazing work that child and youthcare professionals do every day tosupport and empower young people. Wewant to extend our heartfelt thanks tothose that work tirelessly to ensure thatchildren and youth have the tools andresources they need to thrive. Yourdedication and commitment to making apositive difference in the … Read more

Registration Now Open!

Dearest Members and Colleagues, The Child and Youth Care Workers’ Association of Manitoba is excited to announce that registration for the 2024 National Child and Youth Care Conference here in Winnipeg, MB. from June 5-7 is now officially underway! Below you will find the link to register for tickets which also includes Education Day on June 4. Please … Read more

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

The Council of the Canadian Child and Youth Care Associations would like to recognize and honor the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept 30, 2023. This day holds profound significance for our nation as we acknowledge the historical injustices, systemic discrimination, and intergenerational trauma experienced by Indigenous peoples in Canada. It is a … Read more

Happy CYC Week!

This week we are celebrating Child and Youth Care Workers/Practitioners across Canada for all the hard work that you do! Please make sure to check with your provincial associations on how CYC Week is being recognized in your province!