Looking back at 1994 - 1996... In July 1994 Martha Kirby was hired as the NYICN's second National Director. She would work in a co-directorship with Dianah Smith (National Development Officer) until 1996. During these two years, Di... >> read more
Sharing Our Stories To Make a Difference: Resiliency, Engagement and Access To Education Throughout 2007 and 2008 the National Youth in Care Network will be coordinating workshops for youth in care in communities across Ontario. The goals of these workshops are to train youth in care to r... >> read more
Report Released: Drugs In Our System This report explores the increasingly common trend of using mood-altering and behaviour modifying psychotropic medications to address the behaviours, mental health conditions and emotional healing nee... >> read more
International Foster Care Organisation Conference 2009 July 12 - 17, the National Youth In Care Network attended the International Foster Care Organizations' world conference held in Dublin, Ireland! 36 countries were represented by over 600 delegates. 10... >> read more
A Look Back At 1991 - 1992... The NYICN's 25th Birthday! For the last few months we have been letting our members know about our upcoming 25th birthday in 2010! As we approach this exciting milestone we will continue to featur... >> read more
Resiliency, Engagement and Access to Education for Youth in Care Youth in care face many barriers when it comes to education and transitioning to healthy adulthood. These same youth have said that the following requirements are crucial for successful school experie... >> read more
A look back at 1993... In 1993, the NYICN proudly announced the release of alumni Brian Raychaba's second publication, Pain, Lots of Pain: Family Violence and Abuse in the Lives of Young People In Care. This research study ... >> read more
A Look at 1996-1998... In 1996, Dianah Smith retired from the NYICN as National Development Officer and was replaced by Yvonne Andrews. From 1996 - 1998, the Network led the "The Partnership Development Project"; a national... >> read more
A Message From Our Board President... Dear NYICN Members, This year the NYICN announced several significant changes in our organization. As we said goodbye to our long-time Executive Director, Lynda Manser, our Director of Communicat... >> read more
2009 Annual General Meeting The NYICN is pleased to announce that voting is now open for our 2009 Annual General Meeting. AGM's are held on an annual basis to ensure that the NYICN is conducting business in an ethical manner... >> read more
A look back at 1999-2000 At the end of 1999 Martha Kirby (National Director) and Yvonne Andrews (National Development Officer) retired from the NYICN. Lynda Manser was hired as the new National Director and soon after, Matthe... >> read more
JOB POSTING-Member Engagement Coordinator The National Youth In Care Network is currently seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to fill the role of Member Engagement Coordinator! This is a one-year contract beginning in April/May 2010... >> read more
2010 Board Application Reminder: Now Accepting Applications Until September 30, 2010 >> read more
BOARD APPLICATION 2010 Board Application Reminder: Now Accepting Applications Until September 30, 2010 >> read more
25th Birthday and Conference Announcement The National Youth in Care Network is excited to announce that we are hosting a national conference for youth and alumni from care ages 14-24 this November. >> read more
CCRC Letter of Support to NYICN >> read more
NYICN Conference Sponsorship Opportunities As the conference date is fast approaching, the NYICN is currently seeking donations to support youth participation at our conference and 25th Birthday celebrations also taking place that week. >> read more
NYICN Conference Programme The NYICN Conference Planning Team is working hard to provide a week full of fun, interesting and engaging activities and discussions. Check out the conference programme. >> read more
Resiliency, Engagement and Access to Education for Youth in Care Youth in care face many barriers when it comes to education and transitioning to healthy adulthood. Canadian youth aging out of care have cited the following requirements as being crucial in ensuring ... >> read more
Financial Statement - Auditors' report These financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Organization as at March 31, 2010 and the results of its operations and cash flows for the year then ... >> read more
2009 AGM Voting Results - Meeting Minutes The 2009 AGM electronic voting ballot closed on January 9, 2010. On January 10, 2010 the NYICN Board of Directors met to review voting results. >> read more
NYICN 2010 Board Nominee Bios We are so proud to announce this year's nominees for our 2010 Board Elections! As you will read, all of this year's nominees are outstanding in their accomplishments as well as their dedication to... >> read more
2011 Greetings from Our New Board President My name is Delia Tassell and as the new President of the National Youth in Care Network Board of Directors, I would like to wish everyone a happy and healthy 2011! >> read more
Call for 2011 Board of Directors Applications We are now accepting applications to the NYICN Board of Directors. The deadline for applications this year has been extended to Saturday, October 15, at 11:59 pm EDT. >> read more
Posting for Administrative Coordinator The NYICN is currently seeking an Adminstrative Coordinator from November 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011 (contract extension possible). >> read more
Farewell Letter from our Executive Director Dear NYICN Members and Supporters, It is with mixed emotion that I announce my departure from the National Youth in Care Network as Interim Executive Director. >> read more
