A young person’s decisions and spiritual formation can shape the rest of their lives. Their energy and growing understanding provide exciting opportunities for learning, growing in spiritual awareness and faith, and living out that faith. However, children and youth are particularly vulnerable to mistreatment and exploitation by peers, family members and those in positions of responsibility.
Children and youth are a gift entrusted to the care of parents, supported by their extended family and surrounding community. Parents, caregivers and church communities have the privilege of leading children and youth to know God, and to understand and navigate the world around them. Children and youth can be more vulnerable because of their age and stage of development, so it is especially important to care for them and promote their well-being.
A major new Canadian study is now underway looking at Christian young adults&rsquo...
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RICHMOND HILL, ON – The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada (EFC) welcomes the...
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What exactly is mentoring? Why does it matter so much? How can we do it better? Watch a...
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New research shows better faith outcomes for youth from Christian families if they...
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Bill 89 became law June 1, 2017. This letter expressed concern about how it changes...
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Children and youth can be more vulnerable because of their age and stage of development, so it is especially important to care for them and promote their well-being.
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Children and youth can be more vulnerable because of their age and stage of development, so it is especially important to care for them and promote their well-being.
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This bill, if not amended, will send the message that crimes related to human trafficking, assaulting clergy and infanticide are less serious.
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Submission to the Senate Standing Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs
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Ontario’s Bill 89, Supporting Children, Youth and Families Act, is an overhaul of Ontario’s child welfare system passed in June 2017.
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