About CYAC

Training & Resources

Support, education, and tools for parents, caregivers, and youth. Resources to help protect children, understand trauma, and empower families in Durham Region.

Parent Resources

Tools to help parents and caregivers support children who have experienced trauma or abuse.

COPE — Online Resource

COPE is an online resource designed for parents who are supporting a child through trauma. Access evidence-based guidance, practical strategies, and tools to help your child heal and rebuild their sense of safety.

www.copewithtrauma.org

Parent Info Sheet

A practical information sheet for parents whose children are receiving support through the CYAC Durham. The document outlines what to expect, how to support your child throughout the process, and where to find additional help in the community.

Contact us to request a copy

Youth Support Resources

Free, confidential, and multilingual support available 24/7 for young people across Canada.

Kids Help Phone

24/7  ·  Anonymous  ·  Bilingual & Multilingual
Text
Text CONNECT to 686868
Web Chat

Specialized Text Support Lines

First Nations Youth Text FIRST NATIONS to 686868
Inuit Youth Text INUIT to 686868
Métis Youth Text METIS to 686868
Black Youth Text RISE to 686868

You are not alone.

Kids Help Phone connects young people with professional counsellors, offers a peer-support community called Good2Talk, and provides a map of wellness supports across Canada — all completely free and confidential.

Whether you are going through something difficult, need someone to talk to, or just want information — help is always available.

Visit Kids Help Phone