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Here are some recent news articles and updates from the CIC in Ontario:

Recent News Articles:

  1. Childhood Obesity Rates in Ontario: A Growing Concern (February 2023) - The CIC has released a report highlighting the alarming rates of childhood obesity in Ontario, with over 30% of children aged 5-17 considered obese.
  2. New Funding for Children's Mental Health Services in Ontario (January 2023) - The Ontario government has announced a new investment of $150 million to support children's mental health services, including crisis intervention and counseling programs.
  3. CIC Study Finds Link Between Screen Time and Sleep Disturbances in Children (December 2022) - A study by the CIC found that excessive screen time in children is associated with sleep disturbances, including insomnia and daytime fatigue.

Upcoming Events:

  1. CIC's 2023 Annual Conference: "Building Resilience in Children and Youth" (April 2023) - The CIC is hosting its annual conference in Toronto, featuring keynote speakers and workshops on topics such as child development, mental health, and resilience.
  2. Ontario Child and Youth Mental Health Summit (March 2023) - The CIC is partnering with the Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services to host a summit on child and youth mental health, featuring expert panels and discussions.

Research and Resources:

  1. CIC's Child Health and Well-being Report (2022) - The CIC has released a comprehensive report on child health and well-being in Ontario, highlighting trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
  2. Ontario's Child and Youth Mental Health Strategy (2020) - The Ontario government has launched a strategy to improve mental health services for children and youth, with a focus on early intervention, prevention, and treatment.

I hope this information is helpful!