We value:

• Progressive learning and knowledge
• Partnerships and teamwork
• Professional excellence, leadership, innovation and advocacy
• Provision of quality, timely and customer focused services

The CAST Child Welfare Institute provides three primary services for agency staff and external customers: 

• Research and Program Evaluation
• Staff Training and Development
• Consultation/Service

The Institute also provides Peer Support Team Services (Critical Incident Stress Management) for external agencies in the Ontario region. The Institute is responsibble for managing the Society’s student placements and for developing an enhanced student placement program. The Institute is focused on developing partnerships with Universities, Colleges and Centres of Excellence.