What is the impact of the Children's Aid Society's intervention in a family matter?

As articulated by Justice Pazaratz, the degree of intrusiveness of the Society’s intervention and the temporary protection ordered by the court should be proportional to the degree of risk. Children’s Aid Society of Hamilton v. J. (C.), supra, at paragraph 16.

Justice Pazaratz went on to state: “The overarching principle of the Act is to promote the best interests, protection and well-being of children. Any decisions that are made should consider whether a less intrusive order can be made. The court should protect the autonomy and integrity of the family wherever possible and to respect a child’s need for continuity of care and for stable relationships within a family.” Children’s Aid Society of Hamilton v. J. (C.), supra, at paragraph 17