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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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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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Ministry of Children’s Services' response to A Critical Time : A Special Report on Emerging Adults Leaving Children's Services Care

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In November 2019 the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate released a report titled A Critical Time: A Special Report on Emerging Adults Leaving Children’s Services Care, which included three... More ≫

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In November 2019 the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate released a report titled A Critical Time: A Special Report on Emerging Adults Leaving Children’s Services Care, which included three recommendations directed towards Children's Services. This document contains the responses of the ministry to these recommendations.

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Ministry of Children’s Services’ response to Mandatory Reviews into Child Deaths April 1, 2018 – September 30, 2018

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On June 5, 2019, the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate released a report titled Mandatory Reviews into Child Deaths April 1, 2018–September 30, 2018. The report made five recommendations,... More ≫

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On June 5, 2019, the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate released a report titled Mandatory Reviews into Child Deaths April 1, 2018–September 30, 2018. The report made five recommendations, four of which were directed towards Children’s Services (CS), and one of which was directed towards CS and Community and Social Services (CSS). This document contains the responses of the ministries to these five recommendations.

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A Stronger, safer tomorrow : a public action plan for the Ministerial Panel on Child Intervention's final recommendations

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The public action plan outlines a strategy for strengthening the child intervention system and better supporting children, youth and families. To address urgent needs, a number of specific actions... More ≫

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The public action plan outlines a strategy for strengthening the child intervention system and better supporting children, youth and families. To address urgent needs, a number of specific actions will be implemented immediately, while work on all actions will be completed by 2022.

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Child intervention : what is a safety assessment?

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When a report of child abuse or neglect is made, a caseworker will look to see if it meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect as described in the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act.... More ≫

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When a report of child abuse or neglect is made, a caseworker will look to see if it meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect as described in the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act. This fact sheet explains what is involved in performing a safety assessment.

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Child intervention : dispute resolution

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When Child Intervention becomes involved with a family, disagreements may arise about decisions that impact the family. This fact sheet explains the steps that can be taken if parents or others... More ≫

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When Child Intervention becomes involved with a family, disagreements may arise about decisions that impact the family. This fact sheet explains the steps that can be taken if parents or others disagree with a decision made by Child Intervention.

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Child intervention : parental rights and responsibilities

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This fact sheet explains parental rights and responsibilities when Child Intervention is involved with their family.

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Child intervention : what do you need to know?

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This fact sheet includes information about: child intervention, Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act, and child intervention support for families.

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Child intervention : what does a report mean for your family?

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When a report of child abuse or neglect is made, Children’s Services will look to see if it meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect as described in the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement... More ≫

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When a report of child abuse or neglect is made, Children’s Services will look to see if it meets the legal definition of abuse or neglect as described in the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act. This fact sheet explains what is involved in the intake process.

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