Child and Youth Care Association of Alberta

Over 50 Years of Empowering Child and Youth Care Counsellors
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CYCAA is dedicated to the professionalization of Child and Youth Care by providing Child and Youth Care Counsellors with high ethical practice standards, advocating for recognition and growth of the profession, and by supporting the professional development of Counsellors in Alberta.

Vision Statement

Child and Youth Care Association of Alberta is a recognized leader in advancing the practice of Child and Youth Care to enhance the health of children, youth and families in safe and healthy communities.

Mission Statement

To advance the practice of Child and Youth Care through leadership, advocacy and professional development.

Land Acknowledgement

The Child and Youth Care Association of Alberta would like to acknowledge that Alberta is on traditional Treaty 6, Treaty 7 & Treaty 8 land. The CYCAA also recognizes that the Métis Nation holds a deep connection to this land and acknowledges the eight land-based Métis Settlements in Alberta and the Métis rights to that land, and all people who now make Alberta their home.

Announcements and Information

2023 Child and Youth Care Week

2023 Child and Youth Care Week

We are delighted to celebrate Child and Youth Care Week 2023. Your work is critical, and your impact on the lives of children, youth, and families...

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Happy Holidays 2022

Happy Holidays 2022

We wish to acknowledge the phenomenal work of Child and Youth Care Counsellors in Alberta and across all of Canada. There are so many of you that...

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Trico Skill Builder Program

Trico Skill Builder Program

Trico Centre is the place to reach, teach, and support young people aged 5-14 with their mental health and overall physical, emotional, and...

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