Boost for Kids

This week, at our Annual General Meeting, we had the privilege of recognizing individuals whose leadership, partnership, and dedication help strengthen support for children, youth, and families every day 💚

Congratulations to our 2025 AGM Award Recipients:

Outstanding Achievement in Community Partnership Award
Ramona Alaggia
Professor and Associate Dean, Research, University of Toronto Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, McCain Family Chair in Child and Family, and Director of the ThRIve Research Lab for Child and Youth Trauma


Making A Difference Award
Detective Constable Michelle Kim
S*x Crimes – Child & Youth Advocacy Centre (CYAC), Toronto Police Service

Staff Outstanding Achievement Award
Duane S.
Prevention Educator, Prevention Education Program, Boost Child & Youth Advocacy Centre

Barb McIntyre Champion for Children Award
Kelly Beale
Lead Counsel, Ontario’s Human Trafficking Legal Support Program; Senior Crown Counsel, Ministry of the Attorney General; and Anti-Human Trafficking Speaker and Advocate

These recipients embody the collaboration, compassion, leadership, and commitment that make a lasting difference in the lives of children, youth, and families. We are grateful for their contributions and proud to recognize their impact.

Congratulations to all of this year’s recipients and thank you for the difference you make every day.


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$1,400,000 raised in support of kids & teens who have experienced abuse ⚡️⚡️

Last Thursday at the 27th annual Butterfly Ball we welcomed 470 guests and hosted 46 tables at our biggest gala yet held at the Royal Ontario Museum.

Thank you to our co-chairs, event committee, sponsors and partners for your support & generosity.

Save the Date - May 20, 2027

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A night to remember ✨

Last night’s Butterfly Ball brought together an incredible community of donors, sponsors & partners to raise vital funds in support of children who have experienced abuse.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making our 27th annual Butterfly Ball magical!

A night at the museum ✨ An unforgettable Butterfly Ball to raise vital funds to support kids who have experienced abuse.

A few snapshots starting with our gala co-chairs: Lesley Rowan, Sarah Paterson & Claire MacNamara.

Thank you to our wonderful fashion sponsor for this stunning step & repeat.

Welcome back , returning as the Butterfly Ball Fashion Sponsor for another unforgettable year ⚡️

We are thrilled to announce TD Bank Group’s support of $50,000 towards Boost CYAC’s Child & Youth Advocacy Program. Thanks to their generosity, more children and teens will receive individual care from our team at the time of disclosure and throughout the investigation process.

We are grateful for their partnership and support of the young people in our community when they need it the most.

Throwing it back to last year’s Butterfly Ball. We’re already counting down to doing it again on May 21 at ⚡️⚡️

Stay tuned … you won’t want to miss what’s next.

Boost CYAC brings together professionals from mental health, education, justice, child protection, police, and medical systems under one roof to respond collaboratively to kids & teens who have experienced abuse. 💚

Meet Melissa ⚡️

We are thrilled to introduce , and welcome her to BFAB!

An active member of her community, Melissa is passionate about contributing her time to fundraising initiatives and volunteer efforts, alongside her roles as a mother, wife, and friend.

She is excited to bring her energy and experience to Boost CYAC and looks forward to supporting the organization in a more hands-on capacity.

Boost CYAC is committed to creating safe spaces where every child feels safe, believed, and empowered to thrive ⚡️