Children are among the most vulnerable in our society. When they require protection, the government has a number of supports and proceedings in place for their protection.

The Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA) is an Ontario Legislation that governs how child protection is regulated in the Province. Child Protection and Children’s Aid Society (CAS) cases mean the same types of cases and are used interchangeably.

The Children’s Aid Society or Child Protection cases are notoriously difficult. All the Children’s Aid Society agencies have the power to apprehend children and not have to justify the apprehension with a court of law for up to 5 days after the apprehension.

The stakes in these cases are extremely high. If you have a protection concern, have been contacted by a protection agency, or have been served with court materials, contact Wahab Law or another experienced family lawyer immediately to discuss your matter. These cases can be very time sensitive, and decisions need to be made as soon as possible.