PROFESSIONAL ADVICE:
Allegations Involving CAS and-or Police
— What to do if it happens to you
Has someone made an allegation against you?
O Even allegations that appear to you to be frivolous or entirely false can result in CAS and/or
criminal investigations. Many can also result in discipline by your school board and complaints
to the Ontario College of Teachers or College of Early Childhood Educators.
O At the first hint of a problem involving any allegation that could potentially lead to a criminal
charge or investigation by CAS, you should immediately contact the provincial office of ETFO.
DURING OFFICE HOURS
If you are contacted by the police or the Children’s Aid Society
(CAS) regarding an allegation made against you:
O DO NOT participate in or consent to an interview.
O Make no statement to anyone including administration regarding the allegation or charges.
O Say, “I am willing to co-operate but I am unable to comment until I contact my Federation and
legal counsel.”
O Get the name, title and contact information for the police officer or CAS worker who has
contacted you.
O Call Professional Relations Services (PRS) at 1-888-838-3836 or 416-962-3836 and state that your
call is urgent.
You will be put in touch with the Professional Relations Services (PRS) counsellor on call who will provide
you with the necessary assistance, including legal counsel if appropriate.
“AFTER HOURS” EMERGENCY LEGAL ASSISTANCE
What is an emergency?
O Police are on the scene or on the way.
O You are facing criminal charges for an alleged criminal offense directly related to the performance
of your professional duties.
O You are at risk of being arrested and/or incarcerated.
What to do?
CALL: 1-888-838-3836 OR 416-962-3836
After Hours:
O A voice message will provide the necessary instructions to put your call through to an operator.
You will be asked a few important questions.
O Where appropriate, a criminal lawyer will be contacted and you will be connected immediately.
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