Community Health and Social Service Programs

Established in 1995, the Canadian Association of Wound Care (CAWC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing skin health and wound management in Canada. Dedicated staff and volunteers work to improve the health of Canadians at risk for skin breakdown and the practice of the health-care professionals who care for them. Friends of the organization include health-care professionals and students, researchers, corporate supporters, government decision-makers, caregivers and, most importantly, patients. CAWC is dedicated to a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to wound management and prevention to improve the health of Canadians. Our Association focuses our efforts in key areas: CAWC Focus: 1. Professional education to enhance health professionals’ knowledge, skills and attitudes 2. Public advocacy and education on how to prevent and manage wounds 3. Research to enhance understanding of effective wound management and prevention 4. Creating and nurturing partnerships to support the CAWC’s goals of improving patient outcomes more info

A guide to make sure you are prepared for any disaster.more info

Call if you're in any way concerned about your safety or the safety of others. Confidential and 24/7. If in immediate danger, call 911.more info

Provides employment services to youth ages 16-30.more info

For youth up to age 25. Provides contraception counselling, pregnancy testing, with non-judgmental option counselling and referral, STI testing and treatment.more info