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15-year-old Jimmy : 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 the ministry of Children's Services to recommendations made by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate in its October 30, 2017, report entitled 15-Year-Old Jimmy: An... More ≫

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Contains the response of the ministry of Children's Services to recommendations made by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate in its October 30, 2017, report entitled 15-Year-Old Jimmy: An Investigative Review. The report is a review of the life of a youth who had an open intake and was in the care of his guardian at the time of his death. The report made four recommendations, two of which pertained to provision of services for at-risk adolescents who request help.

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17-year-old Donovan : 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 the ministry of Children's Services to recommendations made by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate in its report following the investigation of the death by suicide... More ≫

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Contains the response of the ministry of Children's Services to recommendations made by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate in its report following the investigation of the death by suicide of a 17-year-old youth living in a community-based open custody group home.

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

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Following an investigation into the death of a 17-year-old youth died by suicide in 2014, the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate released a report which included one recommendation for the... More ≫

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Following an investigation into the death of a 17-year-old youth died by suicide in 2014, the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate released a report which included one recommendation for the ministry of Children's Services regarding assessment and intervention for young people at-risk of Internet sexual exploitation. This resource contains the response of the ministry to this recommendation.

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Ministry of Children's Services' response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate : 15-year-old-Levi : an investigative review

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Contains the response of the Government of Alberta to recommendations made by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate in its report following the investigation of the death by suicide of a... More ≫

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Contains the response of the Government of Alberta to recommendations made by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate in its report following the investigation of the death by suicide of a 15-year-old youth. The review made two recommendations regarding the engagement and active participation of children in decision-making, and the early identification and support for children at risk of homelessness.

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Ministry of Children’s Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate : 4-year-old Marie : an investigative review

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In 2014, a four-year-old little girl living under the guardianship of extended family in her First Nations community passed away in hospital after being brought in with life-threatening injuries.... More ≫

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In 2014, a four-year-old little girl living under the guardianship of extended family in her First Nations community passed away in hospital after being brought in with life-threatening injuries. The child was not receiving intervention services at the time of her injuries. In November 2016, the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate released a report on its investigation into the death. This document presents the response of the Ministry of Children's Services to the OCYA report.

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Ministry of Children’s Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate 18-year-old Peter : an investigative review

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In October 2014, a young man was a victim of homicide in his home community. The young man was not receiving child intervention services at the time of his death. However, he had received services... More ≫

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In October 2014, a young man was a victim of homicide in his home community. The young man was not receiving child intervention services at the time of his death. However, he had received services within the two years preceding his death. In March 2017, the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate’ released a report on its investigation into the death. This document presents the response of the Ministry of Children's Services to the OCYA report.

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Ministry of Children’s Services’ Response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate : 15-Year-Old Netasinim : an investigative review

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In 2014, a 15-year-old-youth in group care drowned while swimming with friends and family in his home community. This document presents the Ministry response to the OCYA report.

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Ministry of Children’s Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate “19-year-old Ernie : an investigative review”

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In 2014, a 19-year old passed away in hospital with his former foster mother by his side. In February 2017, the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate’ released a report on its investigation into... More ≫

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In 2014, a 19-year old passed away in hospital with his former foster mother by his side. In February 2017, the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate’ released a report on its investigation into the death. This document presents the response of the Ministry of Children's Services to the OCYA report.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate “16-year-old Sam serious injury”

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In 2013, a 16-year-old residing in care sustained a brain injury after attempting suicide. This youth, now a young adult, receives supports and services to meet his needs as a result of the... More ≫

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In 2013, a 16-year-old residing in care sustained a brain injury after attempting suicide. This youth, now a young adult, receives supports and services to meet his needs as a result of the injury, which affected his motor skills, mobility, speech and memory. This document presents the Ministry response to the OCYA recommendations regarding assessments, healthy relationships and attachment, and working with suicidal youth.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate "8-year-old Ella: an investigative review"

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In 2013, a staff at a group care facility went to awaken an eight-year-old girl in their care. She was breathing heavily and would not wake up, which was attributed to her prescribed sleep... More ≫

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In 2013, a staff at a group care facility went to awaken an eight-year-old girl in their care. She was breathing heavily and would not wake up, which was attributed to her prescribed sleep medication. Shortly thereafter, staff returned to wake her and found her unresponsive. Staff began CPR and called 911. Despite all efforts, the child was pronounced deceased at the hospital. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner advised that the cause of death was trichloroethanol toxicity and the manner of death was undetermined. This report provides the Ministry response to the OCYA recommendations aboutabout three key areas related to practice and processes concerning services to vulnerable children in Alberta.

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