Grey Bruce Children's Alliance
Our Partners
Adult Learning Centre
Adult Learning Centres upgrade skills for employment, high school credits, apprenticeship, post-secondary studies or personal change. Programs are available to Ontario residents who are out of school.
Alliance member: TIM NICHOLLS-HARRISON
BIG brothers big sisters of grey bruce and western simcoe
Big Brothers Bigs Sisters of Grey, Bruce and West Simcoe (BBBSGBWS) has been serving youth and families throughout the community for over 60 years.
As a mentorship organization, they believe in investing in the power and potential of all youth and their mentorship programs do just that. With both community-based and in-school programs, they ensure children and youth are supported to overcome adversities and increase resiliency across time.
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Alliance member: Hector wakfer
Bruce County
Bruce County’s Children’s Services plans and manages the local child care system, focusing on the integration of government initiatives, inter-agency coordination, and the development of new programs and services.
Bruce County directly operates a Child Care Fee Subsidy program, Home Child Care program, Preschool Resource program and Ontario Early Years Centres.
Alliance member: GILLIAN ANDREWS
Bruce Grey Child and Family Services
Bruce Grey Child & Family Services works under the mandate of the Ontario Child & Family Services Act responsible for protecting children from abuse, neglect and other forms of maltreatment.
BGCFS works with parents to provide a safe and nurturing environment for their children.
BGCFS provides counselling, teaching and support programs as well as referrals to other community services, all designed to keep children safe and well at home. If children need to live elsewhere while their parents work to make their home safe, BGCFS will arrange temporary care with family or a safe and caring foster home. BGFS will work with parents and extended family to create a plan for the children to either return home or, if necessary, find another family.
Alliance member: Julie lipsett
Community Living Owen Sound and District
Community Living Owen Sound and District assists adults and children with developmental needs to live, work and participate fully in the community as valued partners.
Family Support provides assistance and support with short and long term planning, locating and accessing information, resources and services to meet individual needs and will provide ongoing emotional support, information and guidance for families.
Children’s Services provides a range of family-centred services including home visiting, play-based early intervention activities and resources for families with infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers who may be at risk for delays in their development or who may have a developmental delay. Special Needs Resource Consultants provide services in the Early Childhood Education setting with a focus on transitional planning for entry into kindergarten as well as the modelling of inclusive best practices in child care.
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Grey Bruce Canadian Mental Health Association
The Youth Program of the Canadian Mental Health Association Grey Bruce focuses on providing essential mental health support, education and resources for young people in the region. Through programs like school-based workshops, peer support groups, and individualized counseling., the initiative aims to promote mental wellness, reduce stigma, and equip youth with coping strategies to navigate life’s challenges. By fostering a safe and supportive environment, the program empowers young individuals to prioritize their mental health, build resilience, and connect with the help they need to thrive.
Alliance member: Ann Marie Vachon
Grey Bruce Public Health
The Grey Bruce Public Health works with individuals, families, organizations and communities to support health knowledge and create healthy environments where we live, work, play and learn.
Public Health offers a variety of learning opportunities and services such as information on parenting and child development, an on-line prenatal course, home-visiting program, breastfeeding support, dental services, nutrition and physical activity resources, smoking cessation, immunization and support for creating healthy schools in Grey and Bruce.
Alliance member: Janet Kwansah
Grey County
Grey County Social Services delivers employment, financial, housing and children’s services so that individuals and families are encouraged and empowered to overcome challenges and move toward greater self-sufficiency.
Grey County’s Children’s Services plans and manages the local child care system and directly operates the Childcare Subsidy Program and Ontario Early Years Centres.
Alliance member: Kristen salisbury
The Women AND YOUTH CRISIS Centre Grey Bruce
The Women and Youth Crisis Centre of Bruce Grey is a vital community organization dedicated to supporting women and children experiencing domestic violence and abuse in Bruce and Grey Counties. The Centre provides a range of services, including emergency shelter, counseling, safety planning, and advocacy, to help women rebuild their lives in a safe and supportive environment. Focused on empowerment, education and awareness, the Centre works tirelessly to break the cycle of violence and promote gender equality. Through its compassionate and inclusive approach, it services a beacon of hope and strength for women and families in need.
Alliance member: Bronwen Helmka
Keystone Child , Youth and Family Services
Keystone Child, Youth & Family Services is a not-for-profit organization and the Lead Agency for children’s mental health in Grey and Bruce Counties.
We provide a wide range of mental health supports for children and youth aged 0–17 and their families. Our services include counselling, prevention and wellness programs, crisis stabilization, short-term live-in treatment, youth justice supports, special needs programming, and coordinated access planning.
With a strong focus on youth and family engagement, our care is compassionate, responsive, and tailored to each person’s needs. Our team uses a multidisciplinary approach to support children, youth, and families through life’s challenges.
Everything we do is grounded in listening, partnership, and creativity. We believe in building better futures together with children, youth, families, and our community.
Alliance member: Tara Saab
YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce
The YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce is a charity dedicated to building a caring, healthy community by creating opportunities for all people to achieve personal growth in spirit, mind and body.
The YMCA builds strong kids, strong families and strong communities by providing opportunities for personal development in the following program areas: Aquatics, Health, Fitness and Recreation, Child Care, Community and Justice, Housing Support and Employment Services.
Alliance member: Cyndy Jefferson, Sarah Cowley
United Way Bruce Grey
United Way Bruce Grey works to meet urgent human needs and improve social conditions by mobilizing the community’s volunteer and financial resources.
The United Way provides support to children, youth and families such as utility assistance, backpack program, 211 information services, school nutrition programs and emergency response support.
Alliance member: Francesca Dobbyn