Combatting Hate / Combattre la haine: Opportunity to participate in consultations

by Kate ButlerAnti-racismPosted on No Comments

The Government of Canada has launched consultations to inform the first ever National Action Plan on Combatting Hate. People across Canada, particularly those with lived experience of hate, are encouraged to have their say in the development of the Nation Action Plan by completing an online questionnaire by May 4, 2022. (TBD) This questionnaire will …

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Additional Submissions to the UN CRC

by Kate ButlerChildren's Rights in Canada, UN ReviewPosted on No Comments

Canada is under review for implementation of children’s rights across the country.  Alternative reports and additional submissions to the official government report are an important part of the process.  Young people and groups who work with children provide missing information and different perspectives on the situation of children in Canada.  The CCRC prepared an umbrella …

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Rationale for Repeal of Section 43 of Canada’s Criminal Code: End Physical Punishment in Canada

by Kate ButlerViolence against ChildrenPosted on No Comments

Please find the Rationale for Repeal of Section 43 of Canada’s Criminal Code. It lays out the reasons that repeal is necessary, the long-lasting issues of physical punishment, and what the implications of repeal would be. The CCRC is proud to be a supporter of the Rationale for Repeal, along with many others including: CHEO, …

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Supporting children during times of uncertainty: resources for adults and kids

by Kate ButlerChildren's Rights in Canada, Mental health, Resources for ChildrenPosted on No Comments

We know this is a time of uncertainty in the world. Educators, parents, and other supporting adults want to help children to understand and process what is happening. Here are two separate resource sheets, one for kids, and one for adults, that provides some ways to think about how to support children during this time.

Survey for young people under 18 on children’s rights

by Kate ButlerMonitoring Canada and the UNCRC, UN ReviewPosted on No Comments

Take this survey on young people’s rights to help inform government about what children and youth think about their rights and the UN process. UNICEF Canada created this survey in partnership with the CCRC. Please share widely! Deadline extended to April 29th!! French English This survey is part of our project with the Ministry of …

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