Welcome to our Children’s Rights page
Children’s Rights
By ratifying this Convention in 1991, Canada made a commitment to ensure that all children are treated with dignity and respect. This includes safeguarding the right of children to have a voice, be protected from harm, to have access to health care, and be provided with their basic needs and every opportunity to reach their full potential. The Convention also acknowledges the key role of parents and families in the lives of children and young people. In Canada, we celebrate the Convention on National Child Day held on November 20 each year.
To read about our 2024 Child Care Vision in Canada click here.
CHILDREN’s RIGHTS Articles
Supporting and Encouraging Children’s Right to be Heard
Children learn and grow through participating and engaging with others. Active participation involves expressing their ideas and having their views listened to, respected and valued by adults and peers. All children – no matter what age or stage of development – are able to express themselves, though the ways and means may differ. Babies cry,
I Have the Right to Play!
For young children, play is more than just a fun activity. Research has shown that play contributes to a child’s healthy development.
Celebrate National Child Day – November 20th
Mark November 20th – National Child Day – on your calendar. This is the day when people across the country take time each year to celebrate Canada’s most precious resource – our children.
Respecting the Children in Our Care
There are many ways to treat children with respect in a childcare environment.
