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Children First Canada is hosting a special event tomorrow to take a deeper look at the challenges affecting Canada's youngest citizens. Join us for this important discussion about the findings of this year's Raising Canada 2021 report, the fourth in an annual series of reports that track the top 10 threats to childhood.

Date: Wednesday, October 6
Time: 1 p.m. ET
Register now: Raising Canada 2021

Our interactive digital event includes:

  • A panel discussion about this year’s top 10 threats to childhood in Canada
  • Insights from child health experts, thought leaders, advocates and children themselves
  • Policy solutions to address the emerging threats and mitigate the impacts of COVID-19
  • Art and creative expressions from young people that reflect their personal experiences

A special thanks to our presenting sponsor, TD Bank Group through the TD Ready Commitment.

Speakers:
Dr. Katharine Smart, President 2021-2022, Canadian Medical Association, and Pediatrician in Whitehorse, Yukon

Naki Osutei, Vice-President, Social Impact (Canada), Global Corporate Citizenship, TD Bank

Dr. Alika Lafontaine, President-Elect, Canadian Medical Association, and Indigenous Health Advocate, Anesthesiologist, Grand Prairie, Alberta
 
Rae Steeves, Climate/Social Justice Activist, Author, and Member of the Young Canadians’ Parliament

Moderator:
Amber Mac, Speaker, Author, Host, Entrepreneur
 
Traditional Blessing:
Elder Verna McGregor

Opening Remarks:
Sara Austin, Founder and CEO, Children First Canada

Closing Remarks:
Dr. Ronald Cohn, President and CEO, The Hospital for Sick Children 

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The Raising Canada 2021 report is released with joint calls to action signed by the Council of Champions – which includes leaders of children’s hospitals, charities, and research institutes across the country – calling on federal and provincial leaders to prioritize the needs of children and youth.
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Top 10 Threats to Childhood in Canada
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Did you know that almost one in five children lives in poverty? And suicide remains a leading cause of death for children and youth aged 10-19 (Statistics Canada). Check out our infographic for more facts about the top 10 threats facing kids and the impacts of COVID-19.
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