Publications

Family Resource Networks : 2023-24 preliminary reporting

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The Family Resource Network (FRN) program was launched to address the root causes and factors leading children and families to become involved with the child intervention system. These networks... More ≫

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The Family Resource Network (FRN) program was launched to address the root causes and factors leading children and families to become involved with the child intervention system. These networks connect families to community-specific services and supports they need. Through ongoing evaluation, Children and Family Services (CFS) collaborates with FRN agencies to improve service delivery, optimize resource use and ensure the program continues to meet the evolving needs of children, youth, and families across Alberta. This report shares preliminary findings from the 2023-24 evaluation. This commitment to evaluation enhances accountability, allows the ministry to innovate and adapt, and supports healthier outcomes and brighter futures for those served by the FRN program.

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Family law matters : Edmonton resource guide

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provides contact information for organizations that can assist people experiencing a family law matter, such as separation or divorce. This guide has information specific to the City of Edmonton.

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Family law matters : Red Deer resource guide

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provides contact information for organizations that can assist people experiencing a family law matter, such as separation or divorce. This guide has information specific to the City of Red Deer.

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Family law matters : Calgary resource guide

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provides contact information for organizations that can assist people experiencing a family law matter, such as separation or divorce. This guide has information specific to the City of Calgary.

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Alberta child care affordability grant funding guide

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This document is a reference guide for the Affordability Grant provided under the Alberta-Canada Early Learning and Child Care Agreement. It outlines the eligibility, rates, and process for... More ≫

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This document is a reference guide for the Affordability Grant provided under the Alberta-Canada Early Learning and Child Care Agreement. It outlines the eligibility, rates, and process for accessing the Affordability Grant for licensed daycares, out-of-school care programs, preschools, family day home agencies, and group family care in Alberta.

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Fleeing abuse supports [2023 to current]

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Albertans fleeing abusive situations like domestic or family violence can get help 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This fact sheet provides information on social and financial support... More ≫

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Albertans fleeing abusive situations like domestic or family violence can get help 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This fact sheet provides information on social and financial support available, in three main areas: getting to safety, starting a new life, and setting up a new household.

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Income and Employment Supports Act

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The Income and Employment Supports Act provides the authority for programs for Albertans needing food, shelter, personal items, medical, and other benefits essential to their health and... More ≫

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The Income and Employment Supports Act provides the authority for programs for Albertans needing food, shelter, personal items, medical, and other benefits essential to their health and well-being. This legislation also provides the authority for training programs and other measures to help Albertans gain independence and self-sufficiency.

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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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Alberta child care grant funding guide : for wage top-up and professional development funding (including mandatory employer contribution and release time grants)

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This guide provides assistance to licensed daycare, out-of-school care, group family child care, and approved family day home child care programs in applying for grant funding to support the... More ≫

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This guide provides assistance to licensed daycare, out-of-school care, group family child care, and approved family day home child care programs in applying for grant funding to support the recruitment, retention and professional development of their staff. Available funding supports include wage top-up and professional development funding.

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Supported decision-making : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act [2022 to current]

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This information sheet explains supported decision-making under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act. Supported decision-making gives someone authority to access your personal information... More ≫

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This information sheet explains supported decision-making under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act. Supported decision-making gives someone authority to access your personal information and help you make and communicate your decisions. This is for adults who have the capacity to make their own personal decisions but would like to have someone they trust help them in the decision-making process. This would be helpful for capable people who face complex decisions, people whose first language is not English, and people with mild disabilities.

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