Overall, our children are doing well. Another worrisome trend is brought to light by the latest CCSD research on special education in Canada. This involves children who have special needs including physical disabilities or emotional disturbances and who require special educational services. The vast majority of experts surveyed from regions across Canada reported inadequate funding to meet the special education needs of children in their jurisdictions, especially in rural areas. Progress 2001 tracks social and economic indicators in a number of areas affecting the lives of Canadian children at home, at school and in their neighbourhoods.
Poverty has devastating effects on children and their development.
Families are finding it increasingly difficult to access safe and affordable housing, which is strongly associated with positive outcomes for children. Governments have made progress in addressing some of these negative trends. The Canadian Council on Social Development is calling on all governments to make that investment timetable a reality. The CCSD is an independent, non-profit research institute dedicated to improving the social and economic security of Canadians. Led by a national, voluntary Board of Directors, the Council's members share a commitment to improving the lives of Canadians.