Who We Are

Who We Are

The AdoptOntario program is centred on the core value that all children and youth in Extended Society Care should have the opportunity to experience family who can provide them with lifelong support through adoption or other permanency relationships. Our Clinical Coordinators, who are all registered social workers, are trained in Adoption Competency, and each person brings their own diverse experience, training, and skills to their role. AdoptOntario Clinical Coordinators bring clinical skills to their work from a child-centred, trauma-informed lens incorporating the framework of the 7 Core Issues in Adoption.

AdoptOntario believes that collaboration and relationship-building are essential in recruitment. In taking care to understand the needs and voice of each child and youth referred to the program, AdoptOntario assists in making critical connections between CAS workers, Adoption Private Practitioners, and prospective adoptive families across the province. The team is privileged to serve this community with passion, commitment, and drive.

 

The AdoptOntario program follows several key principles:

Relationships are Key

Relationships are Key

Child and Youth-Centred Focus

Child and Youth-Centred Focus

Trauma-Informed Lens

Trauma-Informed Lens

7 Core Issues in Adoption and Permanency

7 Core Issues in Adoption and Permanency

Meaningful Integration of Clinical Care and Technology

Meaningful Integration of Clinical Care and Technology