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Ministry of Human Services’ Response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate “9-year-old Bonita serious injury”

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In 2013, a nine-year-old child living with her parents in her First Nations community was taken to hospital, where it was determined that she was suffering from septic shock as a result of severe... More ≫

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In 2013, a nine-year-old child living with her parents in her First Nations community was taken to hospital, where it was determined that she was suffering from septic shock as a result of severe dental decay. Inadequate housing, school attendance, neglect, parental addictions and chronic poverty were all noted concerns that were being addressed by several service delivery partners within the community. This report provides the Ministry response to the three recommendations made by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate.

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Edmonton Region Child and Family Services (CFS) : review of Inner City Youth Housing Project

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the Human Services Minister requested a review of the ICYHP group home. The scope of the review included examining staffing ratios, agency programming, resident safety, facility licensing and the... More ≫

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the Human Services Minister requested a review of the ICYHP group home. The scope of the review included examining staffing ratios, agency programming, resident safety, facility licensing and the contractual agreement between E4C and Edmonton Region CFS. Edmonton Region CFS conducted interviews and reviewed files and relevant documentation to assess the quality of care being provided by the group home, and to determine learnings for continuous improvement. The E4C agency was informed of the review from the onset.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate "Six-week-old Nicole : an investigative review"

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In 2013, a six-week-old infant fell asleep on her father’s chest; when he awoke, he found her unresponsive. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner determined that the manner and cause of death... More ≫

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In 2013, a six-week-old infant fell asleep on her father’s chest; when he awoke, he found her unresponsive. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner determined that the manner and cause of death was undetermined. This report provides the Ministry response to the OCYA recommendations about two key areas related to practice and processes concerning services to vulnerable children in Alberta.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate "Baby Dawn: bed-sharing with infants in foster care"

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In 2013, a six-week-old infant was found unresponsive in her foster parents’ bed. This report provides the Ministry response to the OCYA one recommendation about safe sleeping practices and... More ≫

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In 2013, a six-week-old infant was found unresponsive in her foster parents’ bed. This report provides the Ministry response to the OCYA one recommendation about safe sleeping practices and bed-sharing with infants.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the MC fatality inquiry report

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed the fatality inquiry report into the April 25, 2009 death of 17-year-old MC, released on May 30, 2014. The inquiry found that the cause of... More ≫

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed the fatality inquiry report into the April 25, 2009 death of 17-year-old MC, released on May 30, 2014. The inquiry found that the cause of death was a stab wound to the abdomen and the manner of death was homicide. MC was in provincial government care at the time of his death. The report included two recommendations for the ministry. The ministry accepts both recommendations.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate "Baby Annie : an investigative review "

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The Advocate released an investigative review entitled Baby Annie: An Investigative Review (“the report”) on May 5, 2014. The report makes recommendations for Human Services and other service... More ≫

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The Advocate released an investigative review entitled Baby Annie: An Investigative Review (“the report”) on May 5, 2014. The report makes recommendations for Human Services and other service delivery partners about five key areas related to practice and processes concerning services to vulnerable children in Alberta. This report provides the Ministry response to the 5 recommendations.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate "Baby Sadie serious injury : an investigative review"

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Provides the response by the ministry of Human Services to recommendations made by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate following an investigation into the serious injury of a 10-month-old... More ≫

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Provides the response by the ministry of Human Services to recommendations made by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate following an investigation into the serious injury of a 10-month-old infant who sustained the injuries while receiving intervention services in parental care.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate "15-year-old Tony : investigative review"

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The death of a young person affects everyone who is involved in the young person’s life. In October 2012, a youth who was receiving services under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act died... More ≫

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The death of a young person affects everyone who is involved in the young person’s life. In October 2012, a youth who was receiving services under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act died by suicide. This report provides the Ministry response to the OCYA recommendations about three key areas related to practice and processes concerning services to vulnerable children in Alberta.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the PO fatality inquiry report

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed the fatality inquiry report into the January 17, 2010 death of six-month-old PO, released on November 5, 2014. The inquiry found that the... More ≫

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed the fatality inquiry report into the January 17, 2010 death of six-month-old PO, released on November 5, 2014. The inquiry found that the cause of death was positional asphyxia and the manner of death was accidental. The child was in provincial government care at the time of death. The Fatality Inquiry report included two recommendations for the ministry. The recommendations are focused on policy revisions and engagement in best practices for the use of bassinets and safe sleep practices for children in provincial care.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the NW fatality inquiry report

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed the fatality inquiry report into the December 29, 2010 death of 15-week-old NW, released on April 9, 2014. The inquiry found that both the... More ≫

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed the fatality inquiry report into the December 29, 2010 death of 15-week-old NW, released on April 9, 2014. The inquiry found that both the cause of death and the manner of death were undetermined. The child was in provincial government care at the time of death. The fatality inquiry report makes a total of nine recommendations for the Ministry, separated into two categories: recommendations for the prevention of similar deaths and recommendations to reduce stress.

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