b'Message from theCEO & Board ChairThispastyearmarkedatransformativeperiod Canadawithtrainingandconsultationonfor Peel Childrens Aid Society, as we deepened immigration issues affecting children and youth inour impact and set a bold course for the future. care. This marks a new chapter in our leadershipWe are proud to share that we have launched a and knowledge-sharing in this critical area.newStrategicPlan,strengthenedkeypartnerships,andsupportedsystem At the heart of everything we do is our vision: aimprovementsthatenhanceoutcomesfor community where children are safe, empowered,children, youth, and families. andthriving.WhetheritsthroughthedevelopmentofaYouthWellnessHub,theThis Strategic Plan is a direct result of extensive expansionofourEarlyHelpprograms,ortheconsultation with our staff, caregivers, volunteers, delivery of culturally responsive services throughandcommunitypartners.Theirvoiceshelped our ethnocultural partners, we are making stridesshape an ambitious yet achievable roadmap for every day toward that vision.thefuture,onethatfocusesonequity,reconciliation, collaboration, and impact. Among Wearedeeplygratefultoourcommunity,ourourhighestprioritiesareaddressingthe partners,donors,caregivers,volunteers,andoverrepresentationofBlack,Indigenousand dedicatedstaff,foryourcontinuedtrustand2SLGBTQ+childrenandyouthinthechild support.Together,wearecreatingastronger,welfaresystem,strengtheningthesocial more inclusive, and more resilient Peel region forinfrastructurefamiliesrelyontothrive,and the children, youth, and families we serve.ensuringthatyoungpeopleofallages,frombirth to young adulthood, have the support they As we reflect on the past year and look ahead,need to succeed. weareproudofwhatweveaccomplishedandenergizedbywhatstocome.WeinviteyoutoWe are especially honoured to have received a explore this Annual Report to learn more abouthistoric gift from Northpine Foundation this year. the impact we are making together and the workTheirinvestmentintheChildWelfare still to be done.ImmigrationCentreofExcellence(CWICE)allowsustoexpandourreachnationally,supporting child welfare agencies acrossMary Beth MoellenkampChief Executive Officer& Carol KotackaBoard Chair2'