Windsor Essex Child/Youth Advocacy Centre
St. Clair College, Centre for Applied Health Sciences, 2000 Talbot Road West, Suite #3304, Mailbox #12 N9A 6S4 Windsor, ON, Canada

Son of a nutcracker! If you haven't heard yet, we've had to re-imagine the holidays at Tecumseh Mall, courtesy of 2020. Since Santa is safeguarding himself so t...hat he’ll be able to deliver all the presents on his big day, we will not be having the traditional Santa’s arrival and photos this year in order to keep everyone safe. However we’ve come up with a FUN, NEW, AND SAFE WAY to bring a little bit of holiday cheer to all, and at the same time, support a great charity in need. Come visit our WINTER WONDERLAND WALK-THROUGH & VIRTUAL PHOTO EXPERIENCE, done through Shutterbug Photography to support Windsor Essex Child/Youth Advocacy Centre during the holidays. WINTER WONDERLAND WALK-THROUGH: Take selfies and enjoy a quick stroll to see giant teddy bears and human size nutcrackers. See lit up reindeers, snowmen, beautifully dressed holiday trees, and more. VIRTUAL PHOTO EXPERIENCE (Shutterbug Photo Booth): Take a holiday photo memory like never before with different themed backgrounds featured every week. November 28th & 29th: Theme - "Dear Santa, we can explain..." December 5th & 6th: Theme - Holiday Snow globe Entrapment December 12th & 13th: Theme - I'm on the nice list Santa! December 19th & 20th: Theme - TBA (The most popular theme of the previous weekends will be featured again in this last weekend) So, make sure you come every week for a new holiday photo memory! ALL PROCEEDS IN SUPPORT OF WINDSOR ESSEX CHILD YOUTH ADVOCACY CENTRE. Head to www.tecumsehmall.com for more details. #TecumsehMall #WinterWonderland #WalkThrough #Virtual #Photo #Holiday #Santa #experience #yqg

Thanks Department of Justice Canada for shouting out the work that CYAC's do to ensure collaborative support through a single point of contact (Advocate) for child/youth victims in today's virtual event for Victims and Survivors of Crime Week! Kids should only have to tell their story once!

Children who suffer abuse may go unnoticed while Canadians continue to spend more time at home during the global pandemic. For those children at risk, home is n...ot always a safe place. As a community, we all have a role in protecting children. Don't wait. If you are worried about a child, reach out. Visit snowflakeplace.ca to learn more. Video with support from FRANK Digital #KidsCantWait #childabuseawareness #protectkids #childadvocacycentre #canada

Son of a nutcracker! We've had to re-imagine the holidays at Tecumseh Mall, courtesy of 2020. Since Santa is safeguarding himself so that he’ll be able to deliv...er all the presents on his big day, we will not be having the traditional Santa’s arrival and photos this year in order to keep everyone safe. However we’ve come up with a FUN, NEW, AND SAFE WAY to bring a little bit of holiday cheer to all, and at the same time, support a great charity in need. Come visit our WINTER WONDERLAND WALK-THROUGH & VIRTUAL PHOTO EXPERIENCE, done through @Shutterbugbooth to support @windsoressexchildyouthadvocacycentre during the holidays. Located next to Ardene, across from Wow Mobile Boutique Kiosk. WINTER WONDERLAND WALK-THROUGH: Take selfies and enjoy a quick stroll to see giant teddy bears and human size nutcrackers. See lit up reindeers, snowmen, beautifully dressed holiday trees, and more. VIRTUAL PHOTO EXPERIENCE (Shutterbug Photo Booth): Take a holiday photo memory like never before with different themed backgrounds featured every week. November 28th & 29th: Theme - "Dear Santa, we can explain..." December 5th & 6th: Theme - Holiday Snow globe Entrapment December 12th & 13th: Theme - I'm on the nice list Santa! December 19th & 20th: Theme - TBA (The most popular theme of the previous weekends will be featured again in this last weekend) So, make sure you come every week for a new holiday photo memory! ALL PROCEEDS IN SUPPORT OF WINDSOR ESSEX CHILD YOUTH ADVOCACY CENTRE. Head to buff.ly/2PHWKfD for more details. #TecumsehMall #WinterWonderland #WalkThrough #Virtual #Photo #Holiday #Santa #experience #yqg

Since Santa is safeguarding himself so that he’ll be able to deliver all the presents on his big day, they will not be having the traditional Santa’s arrival and photos this year in order to keep everyone safe. However they’ve come up with a FUN, NEW, AND SAFE WAY to bring a little bit of holiday cheer to all, and at the same time, support WECYAC. Come visit their WINTER WONDERLAND WALK-THROUGH & VIRTUAL PHOTO EXPERIENCE, done through Shutterbug Photo Booth, during the holida...ys. WINTER WONDERLAND WALK-THROUGH: Take selfies and enjoy a quick stroll to see giant teddy bears and human size nutcrackers. See lit up reindeers, snowmen, beautifully dressed holiday trees, and more. VIRTUAL PHOTO EXPERIENCE (Shutterbug Photo Booth): Take a holiday photo memory like never before with different themed backgrounds featured every week. November 28th & 29th: Theme - "Dear Santa, we can explain..." December 5th & 6th: Theme - Holiday Snow globe Entrapment December 12th & 13th: Theme - I'm on the nice list Santa! December 19th & 20th: Theme - TBA (The most popular theme of the previous weekends will be featured again in this last weekend) So, make sure you come every week for a new holiday photo memory!

Teach your children: If someone is touching or hurting you and you feel nervous, scared, or have a funny feeling in your tummy... Tell an adult you can trust! For tips on starting the conversation about body safety, body awareness, and body boundaries: Contact WECYAC at 519-995-3974

Ladies New To You Sale will be held at Riverside Sportsmen Club on October 25th in support of WECYAC ~ see poster for details! #YQG

WECYAC is here to help Windsor Essex children/youth and their families. WECYAC dresses purple on October 27th for #DressPurpleDay2020. #IDressPurpleBecause

Thank you to Unifor Local 240 for their generous donation of stuffed animals, journals, and toys to be provided to children/youth as a means to begin the healing process, following a forensic interview at WECYAC. We appreciate you!

Thank you to Department of Justice Canada for providing funding to address CYAC's additional needs resulting from the impact of COVID-19, allowing Advocacy Centres to better respond to the needs of children/youth and their families who have endured abuse. https://www.canada.ca//quotes-from-the-cac-initiative-reci

WECYAC works alongside our community partners to respond to child/youth abuse in Windsor Essex utilizing a child-centred approach. For more info: https://www.wecyac.ca/i-need-help/ Windsor Police Service LaSalle Police Service Ontario Provincial Police - West Region Windsor-Essex Children's Aid Society Sexual Assault Crisis Centre Windsor Regional Hospital

Child abuse is a reality in Windsor Essex. While signs alone won't confirm that a child was abused, they should encourage you to begin asking questions & seek help. If you suspect abuse, call the Windsor-Essex Children's Aid Society at 519-252-1171 to report https://www.wecyac.ca/suspect-childyouth-abuse/

WECYAC is here to help Windsor Essex children/youth and their families. WECYAC's Fundraising Committee dresses purple on Oct 27th for #DressPurpleDay2020. #IDressPurpleBecause

Check out the new edition of WECYAC's Quarterly Newsletter! Subscribe at www.wecyac.ca to gain access to the 4th edition

#WECYAC aims to reduce retraumatization by providing a child-centred, safe space where children/youth can speak to the required professionals about the abuse they have endured.. #OnlyOnce!

We're Hiring an Advocate for a Part-Time Contract position! Posting closes tomorrow, October 7th at 4:30 PM. View the full posting at: https://wecyac.ca/career-opportunities/

Prior to WECYAC, children/youth were interviewed in several locations around the community, by multiple different professionals. WECYAC minimizes the number of times children/youth must tell their story, reducing the trauma of disclosure... Kids should only have to tell their story ONCE! #OnlyOnce Windsor Police Service LaSalle Police Service Ontario Provincial Police - West Region Windsor-Essex Children's Aid Society Sexual Assault Crisis Centre Windsor Regional Hospital

Want to know more about Who We Are & What We Do? Learn more about #WECYAC at www.wecyac.ca Send us a message on social media Call our office at 519-995-3974

When child abuse is suspected or disclosed, adults are legally obligated to report. Contact the Windsor Essex Children's Aid Society at 519-252-1171 to report suspected abuse. In an emergency, always call 911. https://www.wecyac.ca/suspect-childyouth-abuse/

We're Hiring an Advocate for a Part-Time Contract position! Posting closes October 7th at 4:30 PM. View the full posting at: https://www.wecyac.ca/career-opportunities/