National Child Day

National Child Day — November 20

2011:The Right to the Enjoyment of the Highest Attainable Standard of Health

2010: "I have the right to freedom of expression"

2009: 20th Anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child –
Celebrating Children’s Rights

2008: "I have the right to be protected from sexual exploitation."

2007: "I have the right to be active!"

2006: "I have the right to be heard!"

2005: "I have the right to play!"

CHILD CARE IS A RIGHT

In partnership with the CCCABC (Coalition of Child Care Advocates of BC), the CCAAC is proud to announce our new project (2010) “Child Care is a Right”. The child care movement began as a central issue of the women’s rights movement so it’s natural that we would return to our roots and begin to explore child care from a women’s, children and family rights position.
The core of our work will be to explore Canada's international treaty obligations to women, children and families as they pertain to child care. We are focusing on the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) and related General Comment #7, the Convention to Eliminate Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) and the Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
For more information, visit: www.ccaac.ca

The Canadian Coalition for the Rights of Children (CCRC) released a comprehensive analysis of Canada’s compliance with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Right in Principle, Right in Practice -- Implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Children in Canada. For more information, visit:
http://rightsofchildren.ca

Shaking the Movers IV -- Child Rights and the Media by Landon Pearson

The Landon Pearson Resource Centre for the Study of Childhood and Children's Rights
Landon Pearson Centre facilitates the development of initiatives and projects dedicated to the advancement and betterment of the lives of children. It acts as a gateway for the engagement of people of all ages, who share the common love for children's rights.

The Rights of Children

The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child @ 20 (2009)
Article by Lisa Wolff of UNICEF Canada

Remarks from the Opening Session of the World Forum on Early Care and Education (2009)

To Speak, Participate and Decide -- The Child's Right to Be Heard
Article by Kim Wilson

UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (in child-friendly language!)

A National Children's Commissioner for Canada
Marc Garneau announces his first Private Member’s Bill: A National Children's Commissioner for Canada (June 2009)

Special Letter from Landon Pearson
Begin your National Child Day planning by reading an inspirational message by Ms. Landon Pearson, former senator and advisor on children’s rights to the minister of foreign affairs.

Community Celebrations
Look for inspiration from events and celebrations held by Canadians in past years.

"To me, a world fit for children is..."
Find out what "a world fit for children" means to Canadians across the country.

Other National Child Day Resources:

I Have the Right to Play poster
Resource Sheet #77: Supporting Children to Learn through Play
Children's Rights in Practice Learning Kit
National Child Day Stickers
Help promote a world fit for children with child-friendly, two-colour, peel-off badges. Stick to clothing, purses, backpacks, envelopes etc. A great way for children to proudly share their special day with the world. ($3/sheet of 21)
Celebrate National Child Day
One page resource gives background about the origins of National Child Day and offers ideas on how to celebrate this special day with children.
Respecting Children's Rights at Home
Two-page resource helps parents understand children's rights and offers activities that help children deepen their understanding of their rights.
Respecting Children's Rights in Practice
Two-page resource helps people who care for children understand children's rights and offers activities and resources that help children deepen their understanding of their rights.

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