As well, they run various fund raising promotions in support of the Adoption Council of Canada. Radio and television public service announcements featuring Dave Thomas, the founder of Wendy's and an adult adoptee, are aired across Canada. The Canada's Waiting Children Program of the Adoption Council of Canada began in October 1997. This year round program is to make Canadians aware of the literally thousands of children in need of permanent homes in Canada. At that site you will find information on how to receive a printed photolisting bulletin of more children waiting for homes in Canada.
Most provinces have both public and private routes that can be taken to adopt.
All provinces will consider placing with single as well as married applicants. Most provinces require a home study done by a public agency social worker to place Canadian children. Children's Aid Societies will accept a privately done home study. For families who are studied privately in other provinces, usually, but not always, an update done by a public agency is all the additional documentation required. For non-residents of Canada, including Canadian citizens living abroad, we suggest that you contact other North American organizations.