• Learn about Adoption, how to adopt a child, as well as how to get services and supports to help you and the child you are adopting throughout the adoption process.
• How do I begin The Adoption Process?
• Learn about Services and Support for people who are interested in adopting a child or are currently in the adoption process.
• How can I apply for Adoption Records?

• Find a Child Care Provider near you.
• Find an EarlyON Centre in your area. These Centers offer free, high-quality programs for families and children from birth to 6 years old.
• How do you Report a Concern or Complaint About a Childcare Provider in Ontario?

• The Child Disability Benefit is a tax-free monthly payment made to families who care for a child under age 18 with a severe and prolonged impairment in physical or mental functions.
• The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) is a non-refundable tax credit that helps persons with disabilities or their supporting persons reduce the amount of income tax they may have to pay.
• The Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) provides last resort income support for qualifying residents in the province of Ontario, who are above the age of 18 and have a disability. 
• Apply for Social Assistance Online.
• Passport is a program that helps adults 18 years or older with a developmental disability to participate in their communities. It also helps caregivers of an adult with a developmental disability take a break from their caregiving responsibilities.
• Low-income seniors and low-income persons with disabilities can get a Partial Deferral of Provincial Land and Education Taxes.

• What is Family Law?
• What You Should Know About Family Law in Ontario (Booklet).
• Find out how to work with the Family Responsibility Office (FRO) to pay or receive child and spousal support.
• Find Commonly used FRO Forms using this directory.

• Learn about Spousal & Child Support
• Arranging child support  between yourself and the other parent or caregiver.
• Paying Support: Find out how to work with the Family Responsibility Office (FRO) to pay child and spousal support.
• Receiving Support: Find out how to work with the Family Responsibility Office (FRO) to receive child and spousal support.

• Divorce & Separation: What parents  should know, and what that means for your child.
• How is Child Custody & Access determined?
• Learn about Supervised Access, a program offering separated families with a setting where visits and exchanges can take place under the supervision of trained staff and volunteers.

• Families of children 13 and under, (or up to 18 if they have special needs) may apply for the Ontario Child Care Fee Subsidy.
• Find Federal Child & Family Tax Benefit Programs. 
• The Canada Child Benefit is a tax-free monthly payment made to eligible families to help with the cost of raising children under 18 years of age.is a tax-free monthly payment made to eligible families to help with the cost of raising children under 18 years of age.
• The Low-Income Tax Credit (known as Low-Income Individuals and Families (LIFT) Tax Credit) provides up to $850 each year in Ontario personal income tax relief to low-income workers, including those earning minimum wage. It is a non-refundable tax credit that you can use to reduce or eliminate your Ontario personal tax, excluding the Ontario Health Premium.

• The Halton Children’s Aid Society implements programs and activities which enhance the quality of life for children and youth in our community.
• Kid’s Help Phone, is for Children and Youth, 18 and under, who need to talk to someone about their mental health.
  Call 1-800668-6868 for 24/7 virtual, phone and text support.
• Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK) provides support for children and families dealing with mental health concerns.

View what Youth Opportunity Programs  are available around you.

• Ontario’s Youth Justice System provides programs and services for youth who come into trouble with the law between the ages of 12 and 17.

• What are Special Needs Supports?

• Children and youth who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by a qualified professional are eligible for the Ontario Autism Program (OAP). Children receive services and supports until the age of 18.
• Ontario provides services and supports to children and youth with Developmental Disabilities and their families. Most services are delivered through community-based agencies.
• Find resources and supports for families with children and youth impacted by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Programs (FASD).
• Learn more about the Mental Health Services, the government is investing in.
• Children's Rehabilitation Services help children and youth with special needs improve their functioning in one or more areas, such as communication skills or mobility. The services also increase their ability to participate fully at home, school and in the community.
• Learn about Coordinated Service Planning for children with multiple or complex special needs and how to connect with a dedicated service planning coordinator.
• If you are a parent caring for a child with a severe disability, you may be able to receive financial support through the Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD) Program.

• Social Assistance allows people  to get financial and employment assistance if they don’t have enough money for things like food and housing, or if they have a disability and are in financial need.
• Access the Online Application for Social Assistance.

• If you need help covering essential costs of living or to help find and keep a job, you may be eligible for Ontario Works.
• The Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) provides last resort income support for qualifying residents in the province of Ontario, who are above the age of 18 and have a disability. 
• Learn how to get short term financial  Emergency Assistance if you are in a crisis or an emergency situation and don’t have enough money for things like food and housing.
• If you are an adult and you are temporarily responsible for the care of a child who is in financial need, you may be eligible for Temporary Care Assistance on their behalf.
• If you are a parent caring for a child with a severe disability, you may be able to receive financial support through the Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD) Program.

• What is the Ministry of Women's Issues?

• What is Human Trafficking?
• Find organizations across Ontario that help survivors of human trafficking and learn about the Services & Supports available to them.
• The Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline is a confidential, multilingual service, operating 24/7 to connect victims and survivors with social services, law enforcement, and emergency services, as well as receive tips from the public.

• Learn about what Domestic Violence is, who it impacts and how to get help.
• Find out where you can get help if you are experiencing, or have experienced, rape, sexual abuse, sexual harassment or other kinds of Sexual Violence.
• Get Help if you are experiencing violence.