The Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre is a not for profit organization

rooted in the protection and recovery of today’s most innocent and

vulnerable – our children.

The CACAC was founded in response to a community crisis. An epidemic of

youth suicides hit hard in Central Alberta, sparking overdue conversations and

the need for a solution. A community coalition was formed with a goal to

provide accessible mental health resources for adolescents, but the vision

quickly expanded thanks to Sheldon Kennedy.

The idea of creating a Child Advocacy Centre not just for Red Deer, but all of

Central Alberta soon came to fruition. Conversations, connections and

courageous commitment lead to what we have today, the Central Alberta Child

Advocacy Centre.

A Centre aimed to provide wrap-around support to all children and families who

need us. It takes courage for a child to come forward and share that someone

has hurt them - we are here to listen without judgment, provide a safe and

comfortable space for them to share their story, to provide guidance and

support - and to ultimately give them back the chance of a healthy future.

The story of the CACAC continues today, and we are committed to

changing the way that the people of Central Alberta overcome child abuse.