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Recent data highlights worrisome trends for B.C. children and youth
VICTORIA – Increasing poverty rates, deepening vulnerabilities of children heading into kindergarten and an inability to access affordable childcare are …
Representative for Children and Youth disappointed by lack of significant new funding for children and youth in B.C. Budget
B.C.’s provincial budget is not going far enough in addressing the urgent needs of children and youth in the province, …
Missed Opportunities: A review of the use of youth justice resources
A new report examining the youth justice system released by the Representative today reveals a gross under-utilization of scarce resources …
Canadian Council for Children and Youth Statement on National Child Day
The Canadian Council of Child and Youth Advocates (CCCYA) is a national
organization, which RCY is a member, made up of …
organization, which RCY is a member, made up of …
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I don’t feel like my social worker is listening to me. Where can I make a complaint?
Each region has staff known as “dispute resolution consultants” who listen to complaints and help resolve issues. You can find …
I am not a child in care. Do you only advocate for children in care?
No. Any child or youth can contact us and talk to someone who will determine if we are able to …
I am living with my foster parents and I really want to play soccer. They say they would like me to play, but the fees are too high. Can you help my foster parents pay the sporting fees for me?
As a child in care, your rights include the right to participate in social and recreational activities if available and …
I am currently staying at a safe house and I don’t want to return home. Can you help me find a place to live?
A social worker within the Ministry of Children and Family Development will need to assess your situation to determine the …
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