Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae and Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson announced on Friday that Huron-Perth Children’s Aid Society is receiving $100,000 in funding.
The money is coming through the Ontario Trillium Foundation, Rae and Thompson announced at Huron Perth Children's Aid Society office in Stratford.
According to a joint statement from Rae and Thompson's offices, this funding will "help create accessible, evidence-based training for child welfare professionals, educators, healthcare providers, and law enforcement to address human trafficking in the region."
"Protecting vulnerable children and youth is a responsibility we all share," said Rae. "Our government is investing $100,000, through the Ontario Trillium Foundation, to support the Huron-Perth Children’s Aid Society equip frontline professionals with the knowledge and tools they need to better identify and respond to human trafficking in our region. I want to thank the Society’s dedicated team for their continued work to protect young people and support families. Together, we are helping build safer communities and better protect children and youth across our region."
Ontario Trillium Foundation funding provided nearly $107 million into 746 community projects over the last year, according to the joint statement from Rae and Thompson.
"Protecting vulnerable youth and ensuring they have access to the right supports is essential to building safer, healthier communities across Huron-Perth and beyond," added Thompson. "This investment will help strengthen collaboration between child welfare professionals and community partners, equipping those on the front lines with the knowledge and resources they need to recognize the signs of human trafficking and digital exploitation, respond effectively, and connect young people with appropriate supports. By taking a proactive, community-based approach, we can help prevent exploitation and ensure young people feel safe and supported in their communities."
