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What to expect : Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD)

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This document lets potential applicants to the Persons with Developmental Disabilities program know what to expect if they are planning to apply.

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Authorizing legislation for Alberta Supports programs and services

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Alberta Supports helps Albertans find and access more than 30 government social programs and 120 community services. This fact sheet presents a list of these programs and services and the... More ≫

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Alberta Supports helps Albertans find and access more than 30 government social programs and 120 community services. This fact sheet presents a list of these programs and services and the legislation that authorizes how they collect, use and disclose information.

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Guidelines: Civil Society Fund : information on eligibility and applying for funding

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The Civil Society Fund provides $20 million over 3 years to expand civil society's capacity to address social problems facing Albertans. Civil society includes non-profit and voluntary... More ≫

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The Civil Society Fund provides $20 million over 3 years to expand civil society's capacity to address social problems facing Albertans. Civil society includes non-profit and voluntary organizations, registered charities, informal groups or movements pursuing shared interests or values, and private-sector organizations and individuals pursuing social good. The first round of funding was launched in fall 2020. These guidelines will help organizations develop a grant application.

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Ministry of Community and Social Services response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate : mandatory reviews into child deaths

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Contains the responses of the Ministry of Community and Social Services to recommendations from the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate for mandatory reviews into child deaths. The Child and... More ≫

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Contains the responses of the Ministry of Community and Social Services to recommendations from the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate for mandatory reviews into child deaths. The Child and Youth Advocate Act provides the Advocate with the authority to conduct investigative reviews. The Advocate may investigate systemic issues arising from the death of a child who was receiving child intervention services within two years of their death. The Act requires each ministry to respond publicly within 75 days of the release of a report.

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Community and Social Services business plan

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public ministry business plans. The ministry business... More ≫

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public ministry business plans. The ministry business plan encompasses the department and all consolidated entities, and aligns with the strategic direction of the Government of Alberta. Each business plan includes a description of the ministry, desired outcomes, priority initiatives, and performance measures and indicators. Current and forecast budgeting information for the planning period is also included.

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Family and Community Support Services surplus policy

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Through the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Funding Program, partnering municipalities and Metis Settlements design and deliver preventive social services to enhance the well-being of... More ≫

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Through the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Funding Program, partnering municipalities and Metis Settlements design and deliver preventive social services to enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. This document outlines and clarifies the process the FCSS Funding Program will employ related to Section 7 of the funding agreement to address surplus funds as reported by funding program recipients.

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Ministry of Community and Social Services response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate : strengthening foundations : assessment, information sharing and collaboration report

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In September 2021, the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate (OCYA) released the Strengthening Foundations report, which reviewed the circumstances of nine young people who died over a... More ≫

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In September 2021, the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate (OCYA) released the Strengthening Foundations report, which reviewed the circumstances of nine young people who died over a fourteen-month period in 2018 and 2019 and who had experienced similar challenges in service provision. The report provides two recommendations to address the limitations in assessments, information sharing and collaboration among service providers. This document contains the response of the Ministry of Community and Social Services to these recommendations.

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Premier’s Council on Charities and Civil Society : strategic plan

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The Premier’s Council on Charities and Civil Society, comprised of individuals representing diverse regions and perspectives, provides independent advice to government on its relationship with... More ≫

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The Premier’s Council on Charities and Civil Society, comprised of individuals representing diverse regions and perspectives, provides independent advice to government on its relationship with civil society addressing pressing social issues. The Council is accountable to the Premier, through the Minister of Community and Social Services. The Council develops its strategic plan on a three-year cycle.

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Out of home living arrangements and respite providers. Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD)

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This Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) tip sheet provides out of home living arrangement and/or respite service providers with information that parents consider when they are... More ≫

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This Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) tip sheet provides out of home living arrangement and/or respite service providers with information that parents consider when they are choosing an out of home living arrangement or respite for their child.

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Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) : cross-ministry supports

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The Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program helps families identify and access services and supports to strengthen their ability to promote their child's healthy development... More ≫

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The Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program helps families identify and access services and supports to strengthen their ability to promote their child's healthy development and encourage their child's participation in activities at home and in the community. This document lists cross-ministry supports provided for children with disabilities.

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