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Human Services guidelines : victims of family violence new construction and renovation program

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The Victims of Family Violence New Construction and Renovation Program is provided under the Federal Agreement for Investment in Affordable Housing and is intended to address priority capacity... More ≫

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The Victims of Family Violence New Construction and Renovation Program is provided under the Federal Agreement for Investment in Affordable Housing and is intended to address priority capacity issues and the need for additional shelter and transition housing spaces to ensure that families fleeing violence have a safe, secure and healthy environment. Cosmetic renovations are not eligible for funding under this program.

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Child support services fact sheet

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Child support income can make a big difference in the life of a child. Next to earned income, child support has the greatest financial impact on a family with limited income. Child Support... More ≫

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Child support income can make a big difference in the life of a child. Next to earned income, child support has the greatest financial impact on a family with limited income. Child Support Services helps single parents with low incomes negotiate child support agreements or court orders so they receive child-support money from the other parent.

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Income support fact sheet

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Income Support provides financial assistance to Albertans who do not have the resources to meet their basic needs, like food, clothing and shelter.

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2013 FCSS progress and outcomes reports

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Summarizes the information provided through progress and outcome reports submitted by Family and Community Support Services programs.

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Bullying prevention strategies for adults

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Bullying can affect anyone, including youth, adults and seniors in any environment such as schools, workplaces and community spaces. No one has to tolerate bullying. It can be prevented. The best... More ≫

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Bullying can affect anyone, including youth, adults and seniors in any environment such as schools, workplaces and community spaces. No one has to tolerate bullying. It can be prevented. The best way to prevent bullying is to promote healthy, supportive relationships.

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Together we raise tomorrow. Alberta's poverty reduction strategy : summing up : what Albertans said about poverty reduction

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On June 19, 2013, the Government of Alberta launched Together We Raise Tomorrow, a public engagement on how to better support the well-being, safety, security, education, and health of all... More ≫

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On June 19, 2013, the Government of Alberta launched Together We Raise Tomorrow, a public engagement on how to better support the well-being, safety, security, education, and health of all children in Alberta. The engagement formed part of the province’s year-long focus on working with communities to improve the quality of life for children and families, including the passage of the Children First Act in May 2013. This focused work on issues affecting children aligns directly with the goals Albertans identified under Alberta’s Social Policy Framework: reducing inequality, protecting vulnerable people, enabling collaboration and partnerships, and creating a person-centred system of high quality services. Public engagement under Together We Raise Tomorrow took place from June 19 to October 31, 2013. During this time, Albertans were asked to share their ideas on: * Eliminating child poverty and reducing overall poverty; * Improving early childhood development; and * Developing an...

FASD learning series 2014/15 evaluation : final report

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This annual report provides a review of the work done under the FASD Learning Series. The series, administered by Human Services, was introduced in 2007 to increase community and individual... More ≫

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This annual report provides a review of the work done under the FASD Learning Series. The series, administered by Human Services, was introduced in 2007 to increase community and individual capacity to support individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and their caregivers across the lifespan.

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Alberta's social policy framework : annotated version

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The Government of Alberta asked Albertans to help create a social policy framework. The result - Alberta's Social Policy Framework - is a vision for social policy that defines who we are as people... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta asked Albertans to help create a social policy framework. The result - Alberta's Social Policy Framework - is a vision for social policy that defines who we are as people and communities, one that reflects our aspirations for a province that offers all Albertans the opportunity to reach their potential and to benefit from the highest possible quality of life. Developed with Albertans, the framework will direct the future of Alberta's social policy and programs, and it will guide how we come together to ensure that everyone has an opportunity for fulfillment and well-being. This framework is for all Albertans - it is a vision for Alberta and its people, and it is a call to action for everyone to work together to achieve the spirit and goals of the framework.

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Healthy relationships fact sheet

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This fact sheet looks at the negative impact of unhealthy relationship and how to grow and foster healthy relationships.

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Alberta's plan for promoting healthy relationships and preventing bullying

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Alberta’s Plan for Promoting Healthy Relationships and Preventing Bullying builds on the important work already underway within government and the broader community. It draws upon the most current... More ≫

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Alberta’s Plan for Promoting Healthy Relationships and Preventing Bullying builds on the important work already underway within government and the broader community. It draws upon the most current research and insights, with a focus on supporting people to be in healthy relationships and mitigating the risk factors to prevent bullying behaviours.

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