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Ministry of Children and Family Services' response to Beyond Barriers: A Special Report on Young People with Disabilities in the Child Intervention and Youth Justice Systems

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This resource contains the response of the Ministry of Children and Family Services to "Beyond Barriers: A Special Report on Young People with Disabilities in the Child Intervention and Youth... More ≫

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This resource contains the response of the Ministry of Children and Family Services to "Beyond Barriers: A Special Report on Young People with Disabilities in the Child Intervention and Youth Justice Systems." The report included two recommendations directed to the ministry.

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Alberta cost control framework and for-profit expansion plan

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As part of the Alberta-Canada Early Learning and Child Care `Agreement, signed in November 2021, the Cost Control Framework and For-Profit Expansion Plan supports the growth of affordable child... More ≫

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As part of the Alberta-Canada Early Learning and Child Care `Agreement, signed in November 2021, the Cost Control Framework and For-Profit Expansion Plan supports the growth of affordable child care spaces in licensed private programs while ensuring the sound and reasonable use of public funds by licensed child care providers.

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L’importance des relations positives : utiliser le soutien relationnel pour faire une différence positive dans les écoles de l’Alberta

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Cette ressource fournit des renseignements et des idées pratiques pour: comprendre l'importance et identifier des stratégies pour renforcer des relations positives entre élève et adultes dans le... More ≫

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Cette ressource fournit des renseignements et des idées pratiques pour: comprendre l'importance et identifier des stratégies pour renforcer des relations positives entre élève et adultes dans le milieu scolaire; guider la discussion, réfléchir à la pratique et établir un langage commun autour du concept du soutien relationnel dans les écoles et son potentiel pour améliorer la santé mentale et le bienêtre, ainsi que pour améliorer l'engagement et la réussite scolaire des élèves; et élaborer une compréhension commune des avantages et des composantes du soutien relationnel dans le cadre d'un solide continuum d’appuis et de services.

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Relationships matter : how relational-based supports can make a positive difference in Alberta schools

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In 2021 Alberta's government re-introduced an enhanced Wellness, Resiliency and Partnerships (WRaP) program to help students with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) across the province reach... More ≫

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In 2021 Alberta's government re-introduced an enhanced Wellness, Resiliency and Partnerships (WRaP) program to help students with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) across the province reach their full potential. The specialized FASD supports embedded into the school's continuum of supports and services ensure students with FASD are able to get the most out of their school community through engagement, academic success and enhanced social, emotional and physical well-being. A key component of this continuum are relational-based supports as outlined in this resource.

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Well-being and resiliency : a framework for supporting safe and healthy children and families

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The Well-being and Resiliency Framework provides rationale for and describes the ways of working to promote well-being and resiliency in Alberta. It defines the key elements of the prevention... More ≫

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The Well-being and Resiliency Framework provides rationale for and describes the ways of working to promote well-being and resiliency in Alberta. It defines the key elements of the prevention continuum of services, identifies desired outcomes, supports decision-making on funding and service delivery and promotes an understanding of how trauma impacts development. The framework captures emerging research and leading practices and reflects the cultural diversity of Alberta. It also incorporates Indigenous perspectives on well-being and resiliency. The framework offers an interconnected perspective by sharing insights about how well-being and resiliency are promoted from both western and Indigenous worldviews.

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Well-being and resiliency : evaluation framework

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The Evaluation Framework describes the desired results of the Well-being and Resiliency Framework and outlines ways to monitor progress towards and understand meaning of outcomes. It supports... More ≫

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The Evaluation Framework describes the desired results of the Well-being and Resiliency Framework and outlines ways to monitor progress towards and understand meaning of outcomes. It supports provincial implementation of the Well-being and Resiliency Framework by serving as a platform for ongoing monitoring, adaptation and continuous improvement. The Evaluation Framework will ensure the desired outcomes identified in the Well-being and Resiliency Framework are clearly articulated to be specific, measurable, reasonably achievable, relevant and timely. The Evaluation Framework includes indicators and measures for the defined continuum of services; processes to measure and report on outcomes and effectiveness of wellbeing and resilience programs provincially; and supports regular reporting on the achievement of the overarching outcome of helping children and youth be safe and reach their full potential.

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Well-being and resiliency : the miyo resource kâ-nâkatohkêhk miyo-ohpikinawâwasowin

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The miyo resource discusses foundational beliefs and approaches of Indigenous peoples to promote well-being and resiliency and outlines an evaluative process that honours an Indigenous worldview.... More ≫

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The miyo resource discusses foundational beliefs and approaches of Indigenous peoples to promote well-being and resiliency and outlines an evaluative process that honours an Indigenous worldview. This resource supports provincial implementation of the Well-Being and Resiliency Framework by outlining an evaluative framework that recognizes culturally-based practice and assesses program effectiveness and the achievement of outcomes in a meaningful way. The miyo resource was developed recognizing that western-based evaluation practices are generally not effective when working with Indigenous communities. It includes a model for service delivery and outcome and performance measurement that accurately and culturally assesses the impact and value of culturally designed services provided by and for Indigenous client populations.

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14-year-old Lee : an investigative review : Ministry of Children's Services' response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate

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Contains the response of Children's Services to the October 2018 report from the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate 14-Year-Old Lee Serious Injury: An Investigative Review.

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17-year-old Susan : an investigative review : Ministry of Children's Services' response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate

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Contains the response of Children's Services to the October 2018 report from the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate 17-Year-Old Susan: An Investigative Review.

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19-year-old Dakota : an investigative review : Ministry of Children's Services' response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate

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Contains the response of Children's Services to the recommendations made by Office of the Child and Youth Advocate in the October 2018 report 19-Year-Old Dakota: An Investigative Review.

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