Publications

Provincial Parent Advisory Committee (PPAC), Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) strategic plan

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The Family Support for Children with Disabilities Provincial Parent Advisory Committee provides trusted advice to the Government of Alberta on policy, procedures and practices affecting families... More ≫

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The Family Support for Children with Disabilities Provincial Parent Advisory Committee provides trusted advice to the Government of Alberta on policy, procedures and practices affecting families of children with disabilities, informed by community engagement and lived experience. The Committee develops its strategic plan one a three-year cycle.

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Provincial Parent Advisory Committee, Family Support for Children with Disabilities annual report

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Annual reports of the Family Support for Children with Disabilities Provincial Parent Advisory Committee.The committee provides input and feedback on policies, procedures and services as they... More ≫

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Annual reports of the Family Support for Children with Disabilities Provincial Parent Advisory Committee.The committee provides input and feedback on policies, procedures and services as they affect families of children with disabilities to ensure legislation continues to have a positive impact on families and their children. The Advisory Committee also provides systemic advocacy for families of children with disabilities and assists in the development of strategies to increase public awareness on the challenges and opportunities faced by families of children with disabilities.

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Ministry of Children and Family Services' response to Beyond Barriers: A Special Report on Young People with Disabilities in the Child Intervention and Youth Justice Systems

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This resource contains the response of the Ministry of Children and Family Services to "Beyond Barriers: A Special Report on Young People with Disabilities in the Child Intervention and Youth... More ≫

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This resource contains the response of the Ministry of Children and Family Services to "Beyond Barriers: A Special Report on Young People with Disabilities in the Child Intervention and Youth Justice Systems." The report included two recommendations directed to the ministry.

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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 Seniors, Community and Social Services response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate : mandatory reviews into child deaths

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Contains the responses of the Ministry of Seniors, Community and Social Services to recommendations from the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate for mandatory reviews into child deaths. The... More ≫

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Contains the responses of the Ministry of Seniors, Community and Social Services to recommendations from the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate for mandatory reviews into child deaths. The Child and Youth Advocate Act provides the Advocate with the authority to conduct investigative reviews. The Advocate may investigate systemic issues arising from the death of a child who was receiving child intervention services within two years of their death. The Act requires each ministry to respond publicly within 75 days of the release of a report.

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Ministry of Community and Social Services response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate : mandatory reviews into child deaths

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Contains the responses of the Ministry of Community and Social Services to recommendations from the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate for mandatory reviews into child deaths. The Child and... More ≫

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Contains the responses of the Ministry of Community and Social Services to recommendations from the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate for mandatory reviews into child deaths. The Child and Youth Advocate Act provides the Advocate with the authority to conduct investigative reviews. The Advocate may investigate systemic issues arising from the death of a child who was receiving child intervention services within two years of their death. The Act requires each ministry to respond publicly within 75 days of the release of a report.

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L’importance des relations positives : utiliser le soutien relationnel pour faire une différence positive dans les écoles de l’Alberta

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Cette ressource fournit des renseignements et des idées pratiques pour: comprendre l'importance et identifier des stratégies pour renforcer des relations positives entre élève et adultes dans le... More ≫

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Cette ressource fournit des renseignements et des idées pratiques pour: comprendre l'importance et identifier des stratégies pour renforcer des relations positives entre élève et adultes dans le milieu scolaire; guider la discussion, réfléchir à la pratique et établir un langage commun autour du concept du soutien relationnel dans les écoles et son potentiel pour améliorer la santé mentale et le bienêtre, ainsi que pour améliorer l'engagement et la réussite scolaire des élèves; et élaborer une compréhension commune des avantages et des composantes du soutien relationnel dans le cadre d'un solide continuum d’appuis et de services.

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Ministry of Community and Social Services response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate : strengthening foundations : assessment, information sharing and collaboration report

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In September 2021, the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate (OCYA) released the Strengthening Foundations report, which reviewed the circumstances of nine young people who died over a... More ≫

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In September 2021, the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate (OCYA) released the Strengthening Foundations report, which reviewed the circumstances of nine young people who died over a fourteen-month period in 2018 and 2019 and who had experienced similar challenges in service provision. The report provides two recommendations to address the limitations in assessments, information sharing and collaboration among service providers. This document contains the response of the Ministry of Community and Social Services to these recommendations.

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Relationships matter : how relational-based supports can make a positive difference in Alberta schools

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In 2021 Alberta's government re-introduced an enhanced Wellness, Resiliency and Partnerships (WRaP) program to help students with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) across the province reach... More ≫

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In 2021 Alberta's government re-introduced an enhanced Wellness, Resiliency and Partnerships (WRaP) program to help students with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) across the province reach their full potential. The specialized FASD supports embedded into the school's continuum of supports and services ensure students with FASD are able to get the most out of their school community through engagement, academic success and enhanced social, emotional and physical well-being. A key component of this continuum are relational-based supports as outlined in this resource.

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Letter to families accessing the Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) Family Managed Services (FMS) program about the COVID-19 pandemic situation.

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Letter sent to families accessing the Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) Family Managed Services (FMS) program, confirming government's support for families during the COVID-19... More ≫

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Letter sent to families accessing the Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) Family Managed Services (FMS) program, confirming government's support for families during the COVID-19 pandemic, and indicating that there is room for flexibility within existing PDD FMS agreements to make adjustments and help families meet their needs during the pandemic.

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