Voluntary Youth Services Agreement

If you are concerned that a 16 or 17-year-old may be in need of protection; or if you are a 16 or 17-year-old and you think you may be in need of protection, you can contact us or the children’s aid society in your area. Learn more about protection services for 16 and 17-Year-Olds and youth serving agencies.

Background About this Program

In 2018, the age of protection in Ontario was raised from 16 to 18. As a result, 16 and 17-year-olds are now eligible for the full range of child protection services, including the option of a voluntary youth services agreement if the youth is in need of protection and an out-of-home placement is required. For more information, click here.

Main Office 16915 Leslie Street (Kennedy Place)
Newmarket, ON, L3Y 9A1 Vaughan Office 3901 Highway 7 West, Suite 202
Woodbridge, ON, L4L 8L5 If you have a concern about a child at risk, we are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Monday to Friday
9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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