TORONTO - Children's Aid societies in Ontario whose finances are in the worst shape will split $22.5 million the province is doling out to ensure children can still receive critical services.
Children and Youth Services Minister Laurel Broten says the money will ensure the agencies can continue to keep helping protect vulnerable children.
Broten announced the one-time funding today for the Children's Aid societies with the most immediate financial challenges.
Children's Aid societies across the province have been contemplating cuts to core services and started laying off staff in the face of a $67-million shortfall.
The money will be distributed among 26 of the 53 Children Aid societies in the province based on need, and include all six aboriginal agencies, which will receive an additional $2.5 million.
Broten had previously announced a $4.4-million lifeline for Payukotayno James and Hudson Bay Family Services and the Tikinagan office in Sioux Lookout, which when combined with the latest announcements means a total of $26.9 million.
