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Minister's office expenses : Children's Services

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Ministers' office expenses are disclosed to the public on a monthly basis, posted by the end of the following month. Expenses reported are those of the ministers, their executive assistants and... More ≫

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Ministers' office expenses are disclosed to the public on a monthly basis, posted by the end of the following month. Expenses reported are those of the ministers, their executive assistants and their administrative support staff, and are reported in the following categories: meals, accommodation and travel; hospitality and working sessions; and goods, supplies and services.

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Ministerial Order 2023-03 [Children's Services]

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This ministerial order makes the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Amendment Regulation (Alberta Regulation 89/2023).

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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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Ministry of Children’s Services’ response to mandatory reviews into child deaths October 1, 2021 – March 31, 2022

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This publication presents the responses of Children's Services to recommendations made in mandatory reviews of child deaths undertaken by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate. The Advocate... More ≫

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This publication presents the responses of Children's Services to recommendations made in mandatory reviews of child deaths undertaken by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate. The Advocate is mandated to report on the death of young persons who had been identified as a child in need of intervention at the time of their death, or within two years of their death. These mandatory reviews are compiled and released twice a year (March and September).

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International adoption guidebook : a guide for Alberta families [2020]

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This guide provides information related to international adoption. It offers useful general information, as well as specific procedures required in the approval and finalization of adoptions of... More ≫

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This guide provides information related to international adoption. It offers useful general information, as well as specific procedures required in the approval and finalization of adoptions of children residing outside of Canada.

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Alberta’s waiting children

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This booklet offers preliminary information on what adoption of Alberta’s waiting children represents. It provides an introduction to these children, describes what is meant by “special needs” in... More ≫

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This booklet offers preliminary information on what adoption of Alberta’s waiting children represents. It provides an introduction to these children, describes what is meant by “special needs” in the context of the adoption process, and outlines what is required of an adoptive parent. It also explains how to get started in the adoption process and what resources and supports are available to help adoptive parents.

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Certification guide for early childhood educators

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Certification is the process used by Alberta Children’s Services to review educational training and competencies to determine eligibility and issue certification towards provincial certification... More ≫

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Certification is the process used by Alberta Children’s Services to review educational training and competencies to determine eligibility and issue certification towards provincial certification in accordance with the Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Act. Working in licensed child care programs is a regulated occupation. Individuals who work in licensed facility-based and home-based child care programs must hold provincial certification issued by the Alberta Government. The educational requirements for certification as well as the process of applying to be certified are contained in this guide.

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Private guardianship self help guide

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The guide provides instruction on the Private Guardianship application process for those making direct applications. The guide provides all necessary forms and direction on how these are to be completed. More ≫

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The guide provides instruction on the Private Guardianship application process for those making direct applications. The guide provides all necessary forms and direction on how these are to be completed.

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Government of Alberta’s response to mandatory reviews into child deaths

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This publication presents the responses of Children's Services to recommendations made in mandatory reviews of child deaths undertaken by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate. The Advocate... More ≫

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This publication presents the responses of Children's Services to recommendations made in mandatory reviews of child deaths undertaken by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate. The Advocate is mandated to report on the death of young persons who had been identified as a child in need of intervention at the time of their death, or within two years of their death. These mandatory reviews are compiled and released twice a year (March and September).

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Ministerial Order 2022-01 [Children's Services]

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This Ministerial Order makes the Residential Facilities Licensing Amendment Regulation (Alberta Regulation 118/2022).

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