Resources for Families & Educators

There are many resources to support families and educators working for and with children and youth during a pandemic.

Here are a few:

  • The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), Canada's foremost paediatric healthcare institution has released an Updated COVID-19 school operation guidance document. 
     

  • Rebecca Vivrette and Jessica Dym Bartlett's article in Child Trends offers "Trauma-informed strategies for supporting children and youth in the child welfare system during COVID-19".
     

  • David Cyranoski's article in Nature shares new research exploring why children are less susceptible to the worst coronavirus complications.
     

  • UNICEF has an online portal with accurate information and resources for parents, caregivers, and teachers on how to protect their health and that of their families and communities.
     

  • The World Health Organization (WHO)’s visual hand washing guide shows how to wash hands effectively to protect against COVID-19 and reduce its spread.
     

  • This website by the Government of Canada explains the financial benefits and supports available to families and individuals during COVID-19.
     

  • The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health’s website offers guidance on supporting ourselves and others during COVID-19. 
     

  • The Canadian Paediatric Society has created a resource-rich COVID-19 webpage for families and health professionals on clinical guidance, the promotion of mental health, and supporting children with special health needs. 
     

  • Kids Help Phone has created COVID-19 resources for parents, caregivers and children on how to cope and support each other. 
     

  • The Government of Canada has created an online portal offering accurate information and resources for families. 
     

  • Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)’s coronavirus website showcases accurate and updated information on COVID-19 in the Americas. 
     

  • School Mental Health Ontario has 12 easy and fun mental health practices to try with your children at home.
     

  • Shaw and EverFi have partnered to create free online lessons for K-12.
     

  • Child Trends' article by child trauma experts shares guidance and resources on supporting children during this time. 
     

  • This webpage by RBC offers guidance on how to recognize and prevent financial elder abuse. 
     

  • VCA Animal Hospitals Canada's webpage answers important questions about COVID-19 and pet health.  
     

  • Cerebral Palsy Guide has information for children and families affected by Cerebral Palsy, including support groups to assist with COVID-19 isolation.