Reports

Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre and Red Deer Polytechnic

The "State of Child Wellbeing in Central Alberta" report, prepared by the Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre (CACAC) in partnership with Red Deer Polytechnic, provides an in-depth exploration of the current conditions affecting child wellbeing in the region. This report not only collects data on child maltreatment—including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse—but also examines the broader social, economic, and cultural contexts that influence these issues.

HelpSeeker Technologies

Karto Signals is a monthly release and virtual discussion that provides in-depth analysis and insights into emerging or pressing issues in the social infrastructure landscape. In a world where the technological landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, the challenges and opportunities facing today's children youth are both complex and urgent. This Karto Signals briefing aims to serve as an introductory resource for social infrastructure decision-makers, offering a focused lens on four emergent signals that are set to impact the future of community wellbeing and safety.

Assembly of First Nations

HelpSeeker proposed a three-pronged approach, a systems mapping and a body of qualitative and quantitative research to develop supporting evidence for AFN’s mandate for the development of a culturally appropriate national First Nations housing and homelessness strategy. This strategy is to complement and align with the current existing First Nations housing and related infrastructure strategy.

Woodlands County

Rural communities like Woodlands County are at the heart of our province. They are where our food is grown and where natural resources are harnessed. They are also home to diverse and vibrant populations that cherish a rural way of life. However, there are challenges for rural communities like Woodlands County. The social needs assessment conducted in Woodlands County shows the complexity of social issues in the community.