Volunteer
Volunteers are valued members of our team! Each day, volunteers give their time to make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and their families.
Volunteers have an important role in the services The Children’s Aid Society of Oxford County provide. Volunteer contributions provide an important link between the agency and the community that we serve and promote inclusivity and community belonging.
Why Volunteer with The Children’s Aid Society of Oxford County?
Volunteers with us make a difference in the lives of children and youth by:
- Helping them to stay connected with their families and other important supports.
- Supporting learning and the development of academic and life skills.
- Providing safety and security when in our care.
- Building positive experiences and demonstrating the act of caring.
Steps to Becoming a Volunteer with The Children’s Aid Society of Oxford County
If you have questions or are interested in becoming a volunteer with us, please contact us at 519-539-6176 or 1-800-250-7010.
After speaking with our Volunteer Liaison, we will ask you to complete the following:
- Volunteer Application Package,
- Children Protection Information Network Record Check,
- Criminal & Vulnerable Sector’s Police Check,
- 3 non-familial Reference checks (at least 2 professional),
- Signed agreements of understanding pertaining to the volunteer role;
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act – online training.
Current Opportunities
Volunteer Drivers drive children and youth to and from school, appointments, or visits with their family. Volunteer drivers are reimbursed for kilometers driven.
Childminding volunteers help ensure that caregivers are able to attend to programs offered by the Children’s Aid Society of Oxford County.
Board of Directors Opportunity
For more information regarding the Board of Directors please email info@casoxford.on.ca
Let’s Get Social
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We are fortunate to be part of such a generosity community, with many groups, businesses and individuals helping us support local children, youth and families in may ways!
We want to take today to thank the Holy Trinity Catholic Women's League for the recent financial donations and ongoing… support. It truly makes a difference to have caring members of the community who share with us in our commitment to supporting children, youth, and families when they need it most. Thank you!!!
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On December 6, we remember the 14 young women who lost their lives at Polytechnique Montréal to an act of violent misogyny:
Geneviève Bergeron
Hélène Colgan
Nathalie Croteau
Barbara Daigneault
Anne-Marie Edward
Maud Haviernick
Barbara Klucznik-Widajewicz
Maryse …Laganière
Maryse Leclair
Anne-Marie Lemay
Sonia Pelletier
Michèle Richard
Annie St-Arneault
Annie Turcotte
As we mourn their loss and remember their lives, we reaffirm our commitment to fight the hatred that led to this tragedy, and the misogyny that still exists today. The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women is about remembering those who have experienced gender-based violence and those who we have lost to it. It is also a time to take action.
Today and throughout the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence (from November 25 to December 10), add your voice to the conversation and share the ways you are being part of the solution to end gender-based violence.
Learn more about the 16 days of activism against GBV here:
https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/commemorations-celebrations/16-days.html
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We are fortunate to be part of such a generosity community, with many groups, businesses and individuals helping us support local children, youth and families in may ways!
We want to give a huge THANK YOU to Loads of Laundry in Tillsonburg for your donation of services to benefit programs that …support survivors of gender-based violence. We appreciate you!
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We are fortunate to be part of such a generosity community, with many groups, businesses and individuals helping us support local children, youth and families in may ways!
Today is the second day of '16 days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence'. This is a great time to give …thanks to Your Farm Market for generously donating to enhance programs we facilitate to support survivors of domestic violence. Thank you Your Farm Market for your partnership and the positive impact you are having right here in Oxford County!
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Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
We call on ourselves and our community to raise awareness, challenge harmful attitudes, and call for better policies and support …services.
If you, or someone you know, is experiencing violence here in Oxford County, help is available 24/7. Contact Domestic Abuse Services Oxford 24-Hour Crisis, Support & Information Line:
📞 519-539-4811
📞 Toll-free: 1-800-265-1938
💬 Text: 519-788-9993
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We are fortunate to be part of such a generosity community, with many groups, businesses and individuals helping us support local children, youth and families in may ways!
Recently our friends at Jakeman's Maple Products helped us in showing appreciation for our Foster Families. Thanks …Jakeman's for partnering with us! We appreciate you!
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We are fortunate to be part of such a generosity community, with many groups, businesses and individuals helping us support local children, youth and families in may ways!
Recently our friends from Tater's Sandwiches in Woodstock provided delicious sandwiches to support those accessing our… services. Thanks for partnering with us here at Oxford County Children's Aid Society and giving back with such kindness. We appreciate you!!!
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Come join our team!
We are currently recruiting for a several positions within our agency.
Please find full details here:
https://www.casoxford.on.ca/careers/
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Upcoming DUTY TO REPORT free information sessions:
Oct 27th & Nov 24th 2025
9:30-10:30am via ZOOM
This 1 hour workshop is for you if any of the following apply:
👉 you work with children and youth
👉 you want to understand your legislative duty under the Child, …Youth, and Family Services Act
👉 you want to know what happens when you make a referral to Child Welfare
👉 you would like to know how Children's Aid works with families in the community
For Registration, contact: Raeann at rmoss@casoxford.on.ca
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This week is Foster Family Appreciation Week!
Foster families provide safe, nurturing, short-term & long-term care to children and youth right here in Oxford County. They work as a team with our staff, community partners and families of origin to provide support in response to a …range of challenges that a family can face. Our foster families are made of committed, compassionate, caring, creative problem-solving people who are vital to our work in our mission: Safe children and youth, strong families, caring communities.
Thank you to our Foster Families at Children's Aid Society of Oxford County. You are truly making a difference!
If you are curious about what it takes to become a foster care provider, please join us for our next virtual information session being held tomorrow, Wed Oct 22th at 7:30pm.
For more info and to register visit:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/foster-care-information-session-tickets-1412766335139?aff=oddtdtcreator
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We are grateful to have the ongoing support and collaboration with our important community partners as we work to support the best outcomes for children, youth and families in our communities. Our municipal leaders of Oxford County, through proclaiming today as Dress Purple Day, is a reminder of …our shared commitment. This is a strong message to families that help is available, no one is alone, and that there are resources and services available to help. Thank you Warden Ryan and Oxford County Councillors. #DressPurpleDay2025 #IDressPurpleBecause
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Dress Purple Day is October 16th 2025 (tomorrow!).
Our mission at Children's Aid Society of Oxford County is "Together with our community, we help children, youth, and families be safe, strong, and connected". While we have an important mandate, we work with and rely on our… many dedicated community partners, service providers, community leaders, educators, and folks just like you, to have the impact needed to protect and support the well-being of those we serve.
We all have a role to play. Join us tomorrow in wearing purple as a simple but powerful way to show children, youth and families here in Oxford County that they are not alone.
Share your 💜PURPLE💜, and tell those around you why YOU dress purple!
#IDressPurpleBecause
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Today is World Mental Health Day. This is a day to raise awareness about the importance of taking care of our mental health as we navigate the challenges and stresses in life. Together, we can break the stigma and promote a healthier, more understanding and compassionate world. Your mental health… matters!
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Come join our team!
We are currently recruiting for a Child Protection Worker.
Please find full details here:
https://www.casoxford.on.ca/careers/
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Today we reflect on the meaning of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day calls on us all to honour the children who never returned home, the survivors of residential schools, and their families and communities. Reflection and commemoration are important parts of our commitment to …reconciliation. At our recent staff meeting here at Children's Aid Society of Oxford County, we participated in a series of learning sessions to continue in our commitment to reconciliation.
For more information, visit our website: https://www.casoxford.on.ca/reconciliation/
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a Foster Care Provider in Oxford County? Join us for a virtual info session to learn how you can have a meaningful impact on children, youth, and families in your community!
Our next session is: Wed Sept 24th, 2025 @ 7:30pm
Registration is …FREE
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/foster-care-information-session-tickets-1412766335139?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawM-MOFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFUWEpHNDVaOXNpSzNDTEJpAR748MHTrsDL_wBG5vUxKWGlYpQ7NGjpFBUDsK-VyCyreDz4mA0_3alZ7hmidQ_aem_DPfcKcCWhmCBZjSoX4LNyg
Questions can be directed to:
Anna Baik: abaik@casoxford.on.ca
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This week we express our gratitude for the Kinship & Alternate Care providers in our community. This is a time to pause and say thank you to the wonderful grandparents, aunts, uncles, and close family friends who step in to provide safety and support when it is needed the most. Your dedication …and love help children stay connected to their communities, cultures and traditions. Thank you!!!
To learn more about Kinship and Alternate Care, visit our website:
https://www.casoxford.on.ca/kinship/
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Upcoming DUTY TO REPORT free information sessions:
Sept 22nd & Oct 27th 2025
9:30-10:30am via ZOOM
This 1 hour workshop is for you if any of the following apply:
👉 you work with children and youth
👉 you want to understand your legislative duty under the Child, Youth, …and Family Services Act
👉 you want to know what happens when you make a referral to Child Welfare
👉 you would like to know how Children's Aid works with families in the community
For Registration, contact: Raeann at rmoss@casoxford.on.ca
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Thank you THK Rhythm Automotive in Tillsonburg for the donation of back-to-school supplies! Back-to-school is a time of year that can be both exciting and stressful for many children and youth in the community. With some added help making sure they have the things they need for school, families can… focus on the other aspects of the transition into a new school year.
Thanks for your dedication to supporting children, youth, and families in Oxford County!
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Hear directly from Ontario foster caregivers about how the fostering experience has enriched their lives, and the lives of the children, youth, and families they have supported:
“There’s a lot of people who have compassion to step into this opportunity…It’s a big step, it’s a big… decision to make for your life, for your family, to invite and open your home to little people. But all they are looking for is love. And that’s what we had.”
— Veronica, Rama First Nation
“It’s just a matter of having a lot of love, and compassion, and empathy, and understanding. I think that goes a long way with the children that come into care. Being able to see not only the children thriving but to be able to watch everybody come together to help the families, mom and dad and extended family as well, is really rewarding.”
— Serenity, Thunder Bay
It starts with a conversation. Connect with us.
Our next virtual info session is this Wednesday August 20th @ 7:30pm. Register now!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/foster-care-information-session-tickets-1412766335139?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawLwYyJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFsWnA1N1JrSTExZEI4eEVHAR597rtZC9PMc9hmz0XNsdda1QGktDRuHyX5mpMHGTY851T8odTUqy1rFhh2dg_aem_McF0DcCIXzy1WLTLMy_zsA