When circumstances prevent a child from living with their parents, the preferred option is for the child to be with someone they know. The Extended Family Program offers services and financial supports to help improve ...
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Booklet explains when to report child abuse and neglect, and what to report. Includes what child abuse and neglect is, warning signs, what to do if a child tells you about the abuse, and what to do if you suspect abuse. ...
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Provides information about how to apply for a legal agreement between a youth (16 - 18 years old) and the Ministry of Children and Family Development to help the youth live independently.
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When a temporary placement for a child is not possible, the alternative could be transferring custody to the caregiver by adoption or a court order. This page briefly describes the conditions, guardian's ...
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All young people in the care of the BC Ministry of Children and Family Development have rights under the law. This guide explains what your rights are. It also describes what you can do if you feel your rights are not ...
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Information about where to report child abuse, the duty to report abuse and suspected abuse, how to report, what to report, and what happens next.
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This two-page booklet briefly describes different kinds of shared decision-making, and some of the ways that you can be involved in planning when a child welfare worker has concerns about your child’s safety.
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Provides information about adoption options available in BC. Includes how to adopt a child, placing your child for adoption, how to access adoption records, and reunion services.
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Provides information about what you can do if there is a child protection concern in your family & contacts for getting legal help. It also explains your role as a relative in a child abuse case, such as being involved ...
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Provides information about definitions of child abuse according to the law, warning signs of child abuse, and what to do when a child tells you about it. Includes tips about keeping children safe and where to get help.
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