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Community Services Annual Report

2017 Community Services Annual Report

Community Services measures its success by how well the Regional department helps people improve their overall quality of life. Each of the four divisions (Children's Services, Employment and Income Support, Housing Services, Seniors' Services) is working together to show the impact their programs and services have on a citizen's basic needs, health, level of independence, and relationships.

2016-2020 Early Learning and Child Care Service Plan

The 2016-2020 Early Learning and Child Care Service Plan is a road map for licensed early learning and child care services in Waterloo Region. The five key actions in it are based on input from the community. That includes child care operators, community partners and more than 1,100 parents.

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2017 Early Learning and Child Care Profiles

The 2017 Early Learning and Child Care Profiles shares key indicators for early learning and child care services in Waterloo Region. Comparisons to previous years help identify trends and changes. It also supports planning as we strive to ensure all children thrive in our community.

Child Wellbeing Dashboard

The Child Wellbeing Dashboard dashboard has information on indicators of child wellbeing in Waterloo Region. It enables users to see the differences between neighbourhoods to better understand their strengths and needs. It also helps us measure the community's progress in child wellbeing.

Children and Youth Planning Table

The Children and Youth Planning Table of Waterloo Region is a community-wide partnership that works towards maximizing the wellbeing of children and youth. The partnership includes service providers, researchers, planning bodies and funders serving children, youth and families.

A Community Fit for Children

The A Community Fit for Children report provides an overview of information and data on children aged 0-6 in Waterloo Region. The data helps support planning, advocacy, and action for healthy child development.