Publications

Office of the Advocate for Persons with Disabilities annual report

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Annual reports for the Office of the Advocate for Persons with Disabilities.

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Minister's office expenses : Community and Social 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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Recovery-oriented housing model : report of the Coordinated Community Response to Homelessness Task Force

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This report of the Coordinated Community Response to Homelessness Task Force focuses on improving the homelessness situation in Alberta.

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Action plan on homelessness

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This action plan provides the first steps in the Government of Alberta's response to the Coordinated Community Response to Homelessness Task Force report. The task force was established to find... More ≫

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This action plan provides the first steps in the Government of Alberta's response to the Coordinated Community Response to Homelessness Task Force report. The task force was established to find innovative ways to end recurring homelessness in Alberta and to find long-term solutions to help those in need.

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Guide to completing the CSS funeral benefits application

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Provides step-by-step instructions to fill out the funeral benefits application form for eligible Albertans with low income who are unable to pay. Describes the available benefits and what... More ≫

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Provides step-by-step instructions to fill out the funeral benefits application form for eligible Albertans with low income who are unable to pay. Describes the available benefits and what information must be included with the application. Includes information about the application process and contacts who can answer questions and provide other help.

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Advocate for Persons with Disabilities strategic plan

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The Advocate for Persons with Disabilities represents the rights, interests and viewpoints of persons with disabilities. The strategic plan serves as the basis for key actions the Advocate and the... More ≫

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The Advocate for Persons with Disabilities represents the rights, interests and viewpoints of persons with disabilities. The strategic plan serves as the basis for key actions the Advocate and the Office of the Advocate for Persons with Disabilities will undertake to champion and support the inclusion of persons with disabilities in Alberta’s social and economic fabric.

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Guidelines: Civil Society Fund : information on eligibility and applying for funding

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The Civil Society Fund provides $20 million over 3 years to expand civil society's capacity to address social problems facing Albertans. Civil society includes non-profit and voluntary... More ≫

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The Civil Society Fund provides $20 million over 3 years to expand civil society's capacity to address social problems facing Albertans. Civil society includes non-profit and voluntary organizations, registered charities, informal groups or movements pursuing shared interests or values, and private-sector organizations and individuals pursuing social good. The first round of funding was launched in fall 2020. These guidelines will help organizations develop a grant application.

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Staying safe and healthy in your home : general home safety tips

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This tip sheet provides information and guidance to help individuals with disabilities and their families understand and plan for general safety in their home. Includes a plain-language version.

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Fire safety : prevention and tips

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This tip sheet provides information and guidance to help individuals with disabilities and their families understand and plan for fire safety in their home. Includes a plain-language version.

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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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