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UNICEF Canada Budget 2022 Statement

On 7 April, 2022, the Government of Canada released Budget 2022: A Plan to Grow Our Economy and Make Life More Affordable. Here is how they plan to address issues that affect child and youth well-being in Canada and around the world and UNICEF Canada’s position on the commitments made by the federal government.

Affordable, quality childcare inaccessible in many of world’s wealthiest countries, including Canada

According to a new UNICEF report, Canada ranks 22nd on childcare, parental leave among 41 OECD and EU countries

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Parents say the pandemic has introduced new mental health challenges in their children

A new poll shows 62 per cent of parents say the pandemic has worsened the mental health challenges of their children, and 48 per cent say it has even introduced new mental health challenges where none previously existed. The survey, commissioned by the Inspiring Healthy Futures initiative and conducted by Abacus Data, also shows the majority of parents expect longer-term residual effects of the pandemic on their children’s mental health, even after it ends.

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Statement on the Missing Children of Indian Residential Schools

We are heartbroken by the discovery of the remains of Indigenous children at Indian Residential Schools located on the traditional territories and lands of First Nations people.

A vision for Canada's children, youth and families released today

To mark International Day of Families, an unprecedented, collaborative vision for Canada’s future was released, creating a foundation for a better tomorrow for generations to come.

Inspiring Healthy Futures - A Vision for Canada's Children, Youth and Families

Universal child benefits critical in reducing poverty, new ODI and UNICEF report finds

As the economic fallout of COVID-19 deepens, investment in social protection systems key to protecting families from catastrophic levels of deprivation and financial hardship

Happy child smiling in Gonzagueville, in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.

Singer-Songwriter Stephen Voyce releases new track in support of UNICEF

Song draws attention to injustices facing vulnerable children around the world.

UNICEF Canada advises government on how to protect children during COVID-19 response

Today, UNICEF Canada sent letters to the Premiers of Canada and the federal Minister of Finance Bill Morneau urging them to consider the possible impacts on children and youth and take appropriate steps to protect the right of every child during and after the pandemic of COVID-19.

Top 5 policies to defend childhood in 2020

UNICEF Canada outlines key policy priorities that will improve child and youth well-being in Canada and around the world

Young person running while holding Canadian flag

Federal government must respect First Nation children’s right to a childhood

UNICEF Canada calls on Cabinet to rescind challenge to landmark compensation decision

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