The Vanier Institute of the Family Media Profile in Sources Resource Type: Organization A valuable media source and expert resource, for almost 50 years, on families in Canada. Vanier provides access to research data and an extensive network of specialists on family issues/family life. All Vanier publications, projects and networks are inclusive, evidence-based, reflecting Canada's diversity. Ottawa based, non-profit, non-partisan charitable organization.
Young Caring in Canada: Opportunity Gained and Lost Sources News Release Resource Type: Article Published: 2012 When we think of people providing care to adults and seniors, we tend to picture an older family member in mid-to-late career or in retirement, yet researchers have found that approximately 12% of young Canadians aged 12-17 are 'young carers'.