Description of Organization

“We are a Catholic social service agency, serving and impacting the lives of children and their families across their preschool and primary years, regardless of race, language, or religion. We support both typically developing children and those with hearing loss and learning needs.

The sectors under Canossaville include:
Canossaville Preschool – A mainstream preschool specializing in supporting children with hearing loss.

Canossaville Student Care – An integrated student care centre serving the needs of students from The Canossian Village.

Canossian Child Development Unit – A multidisciplinary team of professionals supporting the children and their families in The Canossian Village across the areas of learning, behavioral, and psychosocial needs.

Canossian EIPIC (Early Intervention Programme for Infants and Children) – A one-stop support for children aged 6 years and below with hearing loss.

Our mission is to nurture each in her/his own way by forming hearts, enlightening minds, and empowering spirits to live in the Way, the Truth, and the Life.
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Intended use of funds through the YFC 2023 programme

The funds will be used for Direct Charitable Expenses the cost of providing services and programmes for our clients and operational maintenance such as the programme staff cost. We are fundraising to continue supporting the important work of Canossaville and to expand our services to better serve the children and families in our care.

Engaging and involving the YFC participants

The YFC participants will be welcome to visit and meet with our team at Canossaville. In addition, they will be introduced to our programmes, facilities and most importantly the children under our care. They will also have opportunities to participate in Canossaville events as an attendee or a volunteer if they wish. They will be given a proper induction as well as be taught tips for effective community/partnership engagement.