child abuse & neglect
Child abuse and neglect include acts of commission or omission by a parent or other caregiver that result in harm, potential for harm, or threat of harm to a child. The five primary forms of maltreatment are physical abuse, sexual abuse, physical neglect, emotional maltreatment and exposure to domestic violence.
For a document that outlines definitions of frequently used terms in child abuse and neglect research, see the page with the glossary of social work and child maltreatment related terms.
You can get more information on the signs of child maltreatment from the Family Violence Initiative, operated by the Department of Justice of Canada. You can also contact Kid’s Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868 for further information.
If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, or are looking for information about services for children or families experiencing difficulties you can contact your local child welfare authority. Click here to find the local child authority agency in your province or territory. Please visit our FAQs section to learn more about child abuse and neglect.
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Information Sheet
Investigations Involving Latin American Children in Ontario in 2018 |
Parada, Henry |
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Information Sheet
Previous Case Openings by Primary Form of Substantiated Maltreatment in Ontario in 2018 |
Davidson, Laura |
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Information Sheet
Ongoing Child Welfare Services and Referrals to Services by Primary Form of Substantiated Maltreatment in Ontario 2018 |
Davidson, Laura |
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Information Sheet
Mental or Emotional Harm by Primary Form of Substantiated Maltreatment in Ontario in 2018 |
Davidson, Laura |
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Information Sheet
Placement in Out of Home Care During the Investigation in Ontario in 2018 |
Risidore, Jordan |
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Information Sheet
Hospital Referrals for Child Maltreatment-Related Concerns to the Ontario Child Welfare System in 2018 |
Joh-Carnella, Nicolette |
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Information Sheet
Child Maltreatment-Related Investigations Involving Infants in Ontario in 2018 |
Filippelli, Joanne |
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Report
Ontario Incidence Study Of Reported Child Abuse And Neglect - 2018 (OIS-2018) |
Fallon, Barbara |
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Report
Caught in the Middle |
British Columbia Representative for Children and Youth |
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Journal article
An examination of trends in child sexual abuse investigations in Ontario over time |
Fallon, Barbara |