Can my family be reported to a Children’s Aid Society?
The law says that anyone who thinks that a child is being harmed, or is at risk of being harmed, must report it to a Children’s Aid Society (CAS). The CAS has a legal duty to investigate and, if needed, protect children from harm.
Harm can include physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, or neglect. It can also include the risk of a child witnessing family violence, even if the child is not being physically harmed.
A neighbour or relative can call the CAS. Most professionals that work with children have a duty to report to CAS if they believe that your child is at risk of being harmed. This includes teachers, doctors, counsellors, and the police.
However, lawyers do not have the same duty to report as other professionals.
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