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Child intervention : legislation

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This fact sheet explains the legislation that allows Child Intervention workers to become involved with a child and family in order to help keep children safe.

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Child intervention : reporting a concern [2018]

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This fact sheet explains the process for reporting a concern if you believe that a child’s survival, security or development is at risk.

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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 : three young children : an investigative review

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Contains the response of the Children's Services to recommendations made by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate in its report following the investigation of review of the lives of three... More ≫

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Contains the response of the Children's Services to recommendations made by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate in its report following the investigation of review of the lives of three young children who had been removed from parental care for a period of time and subsequently died after returning to parental care. The report makes three recommendations for Children's Services regarding the reunification process for children and families, and the supports and services provided to families when children return home.

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Ministry of Children’s Services response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate special report “Voices for Change: Aboriginal Child Welfare in Alberta”

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In July 2016, the OCYA released its Special Report: “Voices for Change: Aboriginal Child Welfare in Alberta”. The report examines the continued over-representation of Indigenous children and... More ≫

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In July 2016, the OCYA released its Special Report: “Voices for Change: Aboriginal Child Welfare in Alberta”. The report examines the continued over-representation of Indigenous children and families in the child intervention system. The report acknowledges that there has been an overall reduction in the number of Indigenous children in-care, however rightly identifies that more work needs to be done.

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Directory of personal information banks by division : Children’s Services

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Each department of the Government of Alberta is required to have a publicly-accessible directory of personal information banks. A personal information bank is any resource which includes personal... More ≫

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Each department of the Government of Alberta is required to have a publicly-accessible directory of personal information banks. A personal information bank is any resource which includes personal information. This list of personal information banks for Alberta Children’s Services lists: the name and location of the information bank; the type of personal information it contains; what categories of individuals the information pertains to; why the information was collected and how it is used or disclosed; and the legal authority for the collection of the information. A personal information bank does not provide direct access to an individual's records.

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Directory of common personal information banks : Children’s Services

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Each department of the Government of Alberta is required to have a publicly-accessible directory of personal information banks. A personal information bank is any resource which includes personal... More ≫

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Each department of the Government of Alberta is required to have a publicly-accessible directory of personal information banks. A personal information bank is any resource which includes personal information. This list of personal information banks for Alberta Children’s Services lists: the name and location of the information bank; the type of personal information it contains; what categories of individuals the information pertains to; why the information was collected and how it is used or disclosed; and the legal authority for the collection of the information. A personal information bank does not provide direct access to an individual's records.

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The foster care handbook : a guide for caregivers [2017]

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The Foster Care Handbook provides an overview of foster care, highlighting the responsibilities of the foster family, advice on foster care support, policy, and other program areas. The... More ≫

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The Foster Care Handbook provides an overview of foster care, highlighting the responsibilities of the foster family, advice on foster care support, policy, and other program areas. The subsections cover the role of a foster family, and how they can work within the system to provide for children in care. The handbook is not intended as policy; rather, it is an extensive information resource on practical everyday issues, which adds to information already provided through training and policy. This guide can be used by new or experienced foster families.

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Kinship care handbook : a toolkit for kinship caregivers

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Kinship care is when children in need are placed with extended family, such as a grandparent, or someone with whom they have a significant relationship. This guide provides information on... More ≫

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Kinship care is when children in need are placed with extended family, such as a grandparent, or someone with whom they have a significant relationship. This guide provides information on practical everyday issues related to kinship care. It is also includes information on how caseworkers make decisions and how children end up in care. Sections provide an overview of kinship care highlighting the responsibilities of the caregiver family. They cover information on kinship care support, explain policy, and provide facts and material on other program areas. The various subsections cover caregiver family roles and how to work with the system to provide the best possible care for children living in your home.

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