"To me a world fit for children is a world where all kids have the opportunities and support they need to reach their full potential."
... a safe place where each child feels respected for who they are, where each child feels confident to explore, to be expressive and know they are a valued part of our society.
A world fit for children is to have Federal and Provincial Governments invest appropriately in early learning and child care which will influence the creation of a universal system where every family will have access to quality and affordable early learning and child care environments. This is a real and achievable goal which I believe will create fully "A World fit for Children".
Lynn Smyth, St.John's, Newfoundland
...is a world where children can access the proper medical and dental services, tests, medications based on need rather than what health plan you have or are able to access.
Where children can go to school and not be afraid of their identity....where they feel okay to have pride in their culture, language, history, and traditions. That this pride is encouraged and celebrated within our child care centres and schools.
It is a world where children's needs come first and foremost....and for once we speak with actions and not words.
Deanna Leon-Cook, British Columbia
...where their role models provide the opportunities to engage all children in achieving wellness. A world where wellness doesn't have to dwell on the basic necessities of shelter, safety and nutrition but on the opportunities of health, happiness, love and respect. A world where 'smarties' are just candies and eating the red ones last provides wonder and joy until late adulthood.
Dr. Tish Doyle-Baker, Calgary, Alberta
...one where children learn respect by recieving respect, and learn to love by being loved, and learn to listen by being listened to. A world where they are taught to solve problems, not having the problems removed, where they learn the value of work by watching those around them work, where they learn the value of community by being in community.
D. Stephens, Alberta
...a world where it's possible for both parents to work and have kids without having to worry about how to find enough money for maternity/paternity leave or good quality child-care or enough time in the day to spend quality time with them.
Stella, Halifax, Nova Scotia
. . . a world filled with opportunities, one that could grow on for generations."
Ann, Fort Smith, Northwest Territories
. . . is a world where every child has access to quality childcare, nutritious food and a safe place to live and play.
Colleen, Amherst, Nova Scotia
...a world made up of communities, neighbourhoods and networks of families who look out for, support each other and share in joys and hardships.
Michelle, Oakville Ontario
...filled with clean air, clear water and strong ground to grow on. Filled with safe loving arms, a clean fresh bed and good nurturing food. Filled with hope, smiles and respectful curiosity. Filled with learning, music, movement, colour, light and freedom to be and to build.
Yvonne, Ottawa, Ontario
. . . is when anyone can reflect on their own childhood, flash back to the good old days and smile.
Christina, Ottawa, Ontario
. . . one in which every child's voice is heard and valued.
Candice, Ottawa, Ontario
. . . one where every child is protected by their parents, educators, and their government from violence abuse and discrimination.
Liz, Winnipeg, Manitoba
. . . one where society accepts responsibility for all children. That we all work to ensure that children receive the best care from parents, family members, caregivers and communities. Where children are healthy, kept safe and enjoy learning throughout childhood.
Tammy, Ottawa, Ontario
. . . one where adults are actively engaged in giving children a healthy, happy childhood.
Barbara, Ottawa, Ontario
. . . one that is safe and respectful, free from violence, abuse and exploitation."
The Canadian Red Cross
. . . safe, secure, forgiving, loving, provides opportunities to all and treats everyone with respect.”
Beth, North Gower, Ontario
. . . one that is reflected back in a child’s smile, laughter and sparkling eyes.
Jill, Toronto, Ontario
. . . a world where parents are supported financially, socially, physically and emotionally to be the best caregivers for their children, where they are recognized as valuable contributors to our world's sustainability and where strong families live, work and play within a caring network of supportive adults.”
Judi, Ottawa, Ontario
. . . one in which they can get the vaccines they need, at no cost, no matter where they live."
Laurie, Ottawa, Ontario
. . . one where children grow up feeling loved and supported by their families and the community at large."
Paula, Nepean, Ontario
. . . every child gets the best possible start in life.
Shane, Moncton, New Brunswick
. . . a world without fear."
Judith, Ile-Bizard, Québec
