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Alberta Child Care Accreditation Funding Program : guide for licensed out-of-school care programs

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Accreditation is a voluntary process that objectively assesses whether child care programs meet child care standards of excellence. The Government of Alberta recognizes licensed out-of-school care... More ≫

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Accreditation is a voluntary process that objectively assesses whether child care programs meet child care standards of excellence. The Government of Alberta recognizes licensed out-of-school care programs that have achieved the accreditation standards of excellence by providing staff funding at enhanced rates. This guide explains the accreditation process, the types funding available for accredited child care programs or those programs working through the accreditation process, and how to apply for funding.

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Guide to information sharing under the Children First Act

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This guide provides recommendations on how to share personal and health information between government departments, educational bodies, health care bodies, police services, parents or guardians,... More ≫

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This guide provides recommendations on how to share personal and health information between government departments, educational bodies, health care bodies, police services, parents or guardians, and others under the Children First Act. It is to be used with the Decision Tree - Information Sharing under the Children First Act.

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Decision tree : information sharing under existing legislation

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This decision tree helps government and service providers understand when it may be appropriate to disclose individually-identifying information based on authority provided under the Health... More ≫

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This decision tree helps government and service providers understand when it may be appropriate to disclose individually-identifying information based on authority provided under the Health Information Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Personal Information Protection Act.

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

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed the fatality inquiry report into the April 30, 2010 death of 13‐year‐old KW, released on February 5, 2014. The inquiry found this death was... More ≫

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed the fatality inquiry report into the April 30, 2010 death of 13‐year‐old KW, released on February 5, 2014. The inquiry found this death was due to acute methadone toxicity, and the manner of the child’s death was accidental. The child was in provincial government care at the time of death and died while on a sleepover at a friend’s home.

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Transition planning : supporting youth with disabilities in transitioning to adulthood

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Presents information about transition planning, transition plan, involved stakeholders and the role of parents and guardians in transition from childhood to adulthood.

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Homophobic bullying : fact sheet

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Homophobic bullying is defined as bullying behaviours that are motivated by prejudice against a person’s actual or perceived sexual orientation.

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Child intervention death review process

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When there are incidents involving the death of a young person in care or receiving services, a number of steps are taken to ensure the immediate needs of any people involved are supported, and... More ≫

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When there are incidents involving the death of a young person in care or receiving services, a number of steps are taken to ensure the immediate needs of any people involved are supported, and that the incident is thoroughly reviewed externally and internally.

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

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A fatality inquiry regarding the death of JB on September 27, 2009 found that this death was due to acute carbon monoxide intoxication and the manner of death was homicide, committed by the... More ≫

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A fatality inquiry regarding the death of JB on September 27, 2009 found that this death was due to acute carbon monoxide intoxication and the manner of death was homicide, committed by the father. The child was in an out-of-home placement through an agreement with the Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program, but was visiting his father and stepmother at the time of death. The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed the report and this document captures the ministry's response to the recommendation made in the report.

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

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed and considered the recommendations of the fatality inquiry report released on August 22, 2013 about the March 2009 death of KBN. The inquiry... More ≫

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed and considered the recommendations of the fatality inquiry report released on August 22, 2013 about the March 2009 death of KBN. The inquiry found this was a medical death due to natural causes, specifically pneumonia, while the child was in the care of Kasohkowew Child Wellness Society (KCWS), a Delegated First Nations Agency (DFNA) that provides services for children, youth and families on-reserve.

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Michener Centre transition planning framework and work plan

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This document presents a planning framework and recommended strategies to support the planned transition of Michener Centre residents from institutional to appropriate supported living settings in... More ≫

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This document presents a planning framework and recommended strategies to support the planned transition of Michener Centre residents from institutional to appropriate supported living settings in the community.

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