About Us
Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions is a non-profit multi-service agency operating in the District of Muskoka and Simcoe County.
Child Protection Services
In Simcoe & Muskoka, Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions is one of 2 organizations legally mandated to protect children and youth from abuse and neglect. We are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who are elected from within the community. Programs and services are developed in response to the needs of children, youth, and families in our community.
Under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017, Children’s Aid Societies are mandated to:
- Investigate allegations or evidence that children under the age of 18 may be in need of protection
- Protect children where necessary
- Provide guidance, counselling, and other services to families for protecting children or preventing circumstances requiring the protection of children
- Provide care and supervision for children assigned or committed to its care
- Facilitate the adoption process for children when needed
Children and Youth who identify as First Nations or Inuit in Simcoe and Muskoka are served by our partner organization, Dnaagdawenmag Biinoojiiyag Child and Family Services. Metis children and youth may be served by one of the organizations (not both at the same time). You can contact them on their main line at 1-844-523-2237.
Children’s Aid Societies are regulated by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS) and governed by the Ontario Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 (CYFSA).
Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions offers counseling and therapy services to children, youth and their families who are in need of mental health supports. This service is available to children, youth and their families who reside in the District of Muskoka.
Our Child and Youth Mental Health programs are funded by the Ministry of Health. There is no charge to families for this service.
The easiest way to access our services is by scheduling a session through our Muskoka Child & Youth Mental Health Counselling Clinic. This clinic provides single-session counselling and can be your first step to accessing CYMH services. To speak with our Intake Clinician and/or to arrange for support for a child, youth or their family, please call 705-645-4426 ext.6270. A trained clinician is available to receive your call Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.
Since the beginning of COVID-19, sessions with clinicians are scheduled by appointment and offered virtually (by phone or video) on Tuesdays and Thursdays. At the family’s request, meetings can occur in person at our Bracebridge, Huntsville or Gravenhurst locations. During winter hours, appointments are scheduled between the hours of 11:00am and 5:30pm. During the summer months, sessions are scheduled between 10:00am to 5:00 PM.
To access child and youth mental health supports in Simcoe County, please contact Centralized Intake for Kinark and New Path at 1-888-454-6275.
Coordinated Service Planning is a voluntary service that is offered to families who:
- Have a child/youth who is involved with multiple agencies providing specialized services (e.g., rehabilitation services, autism services, developmental services, and/or respite supports, special education).
- Have a child/youth who is experiencing ongoing challenges related to their development (e.g., physical, communication, intellectual, emotional, social and/or behavioural, mental health).
- Have identified that they are struggling with coordinating services for their child/youth, and
- May be experiencing external barriers which make it difficult to coordinate services for their child/youth.
- Reside in the districts of Muskoka, Nipissing, or Parry Sound.
This program is overseen by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. There is no charge for this service. For more information and to download a referral form, please click on https://www.cspmuskokanipissingparrysound.ca/
To access this service in Simcoe County, please contact Catulpa Community Support Services at 705-733-3227.
This program is mandated by the Youth Criminal Justice Act for certain offences and is an alternative to traditional court processes. To access this program a youth needs to be referred by the Crown Attorney and/or the OPP.
Youth (12–17yrs old), their parents, and the persons harmed typically participate in a Justice Circle facilitated by YJC volunteers. The youth are given an opportunity to make amends for their behaviour and understand the impact their behaviour has had on themselves, others and the broader community. The individual harmed is given the opportunity to be heard and partake in what they believe is appropriate restitution. When the youth has completed the sanctions and fulfilled the conditions of the agreement, the charges are withdrawn.
Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions has developed Principles that guide how we deliver service in all of our programs. We value feedback to assist us in improving our services. Please don’t hesitate to provide us with your feedback.
Vision & Purpose
Vision
Safe Kids. Healthy Families. Strong Communities.
Purpose
To build safety and well-being with children, youth, families and communities.
Let’s Get Social
15 hours ago
We will be at Muskoka Pride on Sunday, July 28th.
Come see our staff to talk about our services, careers, volunteering, donations, and more. Or even just to come say hi!
We look forward to seeing you at the event!
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Nous serons à Fierté Muskoka le… dimanche 28 juillet.
Venez voir nos employé(e)s pour parler de nos services, carrières, bénévolat, dons, et plus encore! Ou simplement pour nous dire bonjour!
Nous avons hâte de vous y voir!
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1 days ago
A huge thank you to Meridian Credit Union on Bayfield Street in Barrie, in partnership with Kits for a Cause!
Thanks to them, we now have 216 brand new backpacks filled with school supplies and hygiene products to give out to local kids and families in need. Back to school donations like …this are so important as they ensure kids start the school year with the pride and confidence they need to succeed, leading to their future success and opening doors of opportunity for them down the road.
Want to make a back to school donation like Meridian Credit Union did? Visit the link in our bio to learn about our Ways to Give or visit https://familyconnexions.ca/education_program/!
All contributions, big and small, hold the potential to change a child’s life this school year.
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Un immense merci à Meridian Credit Union de la rue Bayfield à Barrie, en partenariat avec Kits for a Cause!
Grâce à eux, nous disposons désormais de 216 sacs à dos neufs remplis de fournitures scolaires et de produits d'hygiène à distribuer aux enfants et aux familles dans le besoin. Ces dons pour la rentrée scolaire comme ceux-ci sont si importants car ils garantissent aux enfants de commencer l’année scolaire avec la fierté et la confiance dont ils ont besoin pour réussir, menant à leur réussite future et leur ouvrant des portes d’opportunités plus tard.
Vous souhaitez faire un don pour la rentrée scolaire comme Meridian Credit Union l'a fait ? Visitez le lien dans notre bio pour en savoir plus sur nos façons de donner ou visitez https://familyconnexions.ca/fr/programmes-educatifs/ !
Toutes les contributions, grandes et petites, ont le potentiel de changer la vie d’un enfant cette année scolaire.
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1 weeks ago
Camp in a box have been delivered! Did you know that many children can’t attend camps for various reasons, and we provide them with alternative experiences so they can still enjoy activities at home?
Thanks for the support from community members, we filled those boxes with toys and …activities that match their interests and give them joy during the summer.
You can help us send more children in your community to camp or provide a Camp at home experience by donating to our program and sharing the word: https://familyconnexions.ca/camp-program/
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Les ‘Camps de jour en boîte’ ont été livres! Saviez-vous que de nombreux enfants ne peuvent pas se rendre aux camps de jour pour diverses raisons et que nous leur offrons des expériences alternatives pour qu’ils puissent en profiter chez eux?
Grâce au soutien de membres de la communauté, nous avons remplis ces boîtes avec des jouets et activités qui correspondent à leurs intérêts, et leur apportent du bonheur durant l’été.
Vous pouvez nous aider à envoyer plus d’enfants de votre communauté en camp de jour ou leur offrir cette expérience à la maison en faisant un don pour notre programme et en partageant l’information : https://familyconnexions.ca/camp-program/
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1 weeks ago
Thank you to Bradford Greenhouses and Home Depot Canada for supporting our Camp Program!
Their donations of Growers and Soil help us provide a wider range of activities to the children who are receiving Camp in a Box this year.
Camp in a Box are filled with activities for …children who can’t go to camp for any reason.
If you’re interested in learning more, partnering with us on the program or donating, visit https://familyconnexions.ca/camp-program/
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Merci à Bradford Greenhouses et Home Depot Canada pour soutenir notre programme de camp de jour.
Leurs dons de Plantes et Terre nous aide à offrir une plus grande gamme d’activités pour les enfants qui reçoivent des Camps en Boîte cette année.
Les Camps en Boîtes sont remplis d’activités pour les enfants qui ne peuvent pas se rendre dans un camp de jour pour quelconque raison.
Si vous êtes intéressé pour en apprendre davantage, devenir partenaire du programme ou faire un don, allez sur https://familyconnexions.ca/fr/programme-de-camp-de-jour/
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1 weeks ago
Your generosity can make a real difference in the lives of the many different clients we serve: foster youth starting school, families fleeing violence, struggling new mothers, recently widowed parents, etc.
📦 Items Most Needed Right Now: Diapers (specifically size newborn, 1, & 2),… Pull-ups (specifically size 3T and 4T), Baby wipes (best if safe for sensitive skin), Laundry detergent, Cleaning supplies (all purpose spray, dish soap, sponges, mop/bucket, broom/dustpan).
✨ How You Can Help: Donate online or e-transfer, order through our Amazon Wish List, shop locally for the items or start a fundraiser.
Visit our bio or our website for all the details!
Your support is greatly appreciated. Every contribution brings us one step closer to creating a strong and resilient community where no one is forgotten or falls through the cracks.
Thank you for being a beacon of hope! 💙
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Votre générosité peut faire une réelle différence dans la vie des nombreux(euses) client(e)s que nous servons : jeunes en famille d'accueil qui commencent l'école, familles fuyant la violence, nouvelles mères en difficulté, parents récemment veufs, etc.
📦 Articles les plus nécessaires en ce moment : couches (en particulier les tailles nouveau-né, 1 et 2), pull-ups (en particulier les tailles 3T et 4T), lingettes pour bébé (idéales si elles sont sans danger pour les peaux sensibles), détergent à lessive, produits de nettoyage (spray tout usage, liquide vaisselle, éponges, serpillère/seau, balai/pelle).
✨ Comment vous pouvez aider : Faites un don en ligne ou par virement électronique, commandez via notre liste de souhaits Amazon, achetez localement les articles ou lancez une collecte de fonds.
Allez sur notre profil ou sur notre site internet pour tous les détails!
Votre aide est très appréciée. Chaque contribution nous rapproche de la création d’une communauté forte et résiliente où personne n’est oublié ou passe entre les mailles du filet. Merci d'être une lueur d'espoir ! 💙
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2 weeks ago
Happy Amazon Prime Days!
Did you know you can support us by shopping our Amazon wish lists? All purchases made through our wish lists are sent directly to our head office so we can give them out to clients right away!
You can find our Amazon wish lists at the link in our bio and …on our website, and don’t forget to enjoy Prime Day savings on July 16th and 17th!
If you require a tax receipt, the link to request one is also in our bio.
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Joyeuses journées Amazon Prime!
Saviez-vous que vous pouvez nous soutenir en magasinant nos listes de souhaits Amazon? Tous les achats fait avec nos listes de souhaits sont envoyés directement à notre succursale principale pour que nous puissions les donner aux clients sans attendre!
Vous pouvez trouver nos listes de souhaits Amazon sur le lien dans notre biographie et sur notre site internet, et n’oubliez pas de profiter des rabais des Journées Prime les 16 et 17 juillet!
Si vous avez besoin d’une reçu d’impôt, le lien pour faire la demande se trouve également dans notre biographie.
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2 weeks ago
Today, we recognize and celebrate International non binary people's day. This day is aimed at raising awareness and organizing around the issues faced by non-binary people around the world.
As we continue our efforts towards more equity and inclusion, we want to highlight folks with …all gender identities.
Find resources and reach out to community partners if you need any support.
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Aujourd'hui, nous reconnaissons et célébrons la Journée internationale des personnes non binaires. Cette journée a pour but de mettre en lumière et aider a répondre aux problèmes auxquels les personnes non binaires font face dans le monde.
Tandis que nous continuons nos efforts vers plus d'équité et d'inclusion, nous voulons reconnaitre les personnes quelle que soit leur identité de genre.
Trouvez les ressources et contactez des partenaires communautaires si vous avez besoin de soutien.
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3 weeks ago
Our agency is proud to continue its partnership with Glowing Hearts Charity and support the Stuff the Bus initiative to provide children with backpacks and school supplies.
This initiative is part of our back-to-school program so children we serve can get what they need to start off the …school year properly!
Learn more about our education programs here: https://familyconnexions.ca/education_program/ and you can donate here: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E345765QE&id=10
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Notre agence est fière de continuer son partenariat avec Glowing Hearts Charity et de soutenir l’initiative de Remplis le Bus pour offrir aux enfants des sac-à-dos et fournitures scolaires.
Cette initiative fait partie de notre programme de retour à l’école pour que les enfants que nous servons puissent bien commencer l’année scolaire.
Apprenez-en plus sur nos programmes éducatifs ici : https://familyconnexions.ca/fr/programmes-educatifs/ et vous pouvez faire un don ici : https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E345765QE&id=10
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3 weeks ago
Our summer camp program is back! Help us send children in your community to camp or provide a Camp at home experience.
Donate today and share the word!
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Notre programme de camp de jour est de retour! Permettez à des enfants de votre communauté d'avoir …cette expérience en camp de jour ou à la maison.
Faites un don aujourd'hui et parlez-en autour de vous!
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