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Representative’s statement on services for children and youth with support needs
Over the last 13 months, we have been carefully watching the Ministry of Children and Family Development’s (MCFD’s) effort to …
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Final Submission on Statutory Review of the Representative for Children and Youth Act
Representative for Children and Youth Dr. Jennifer Charlesworth has made a number of recommendations to the Select Standing Committee on …
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Canadian Council for Children and Youth Statement on National Child Day
November 20 is National Child Day, a celebration of the global pledge made to children’s rights. The CCCYA, of which …
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Representative’s Statement on the Provincial Indigenous Self-Government in Child and Family Services Amendment Act
Today, the British Columbia government announced proposed key amendments to legislation (Bill 38) that will act as an important step …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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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Videos | VIEW ALL |
B.C.'s Representative for Children and Youth
4 days ago
A Conversation on Belonging: Jade
Part 1
The Representative for Children and Youth sits down with Jade, a former youth in care, to have a conversation about her life experiences and the importance of belonging.
Part 2 – Coming Soon.
View on YouTubeThe Representative for Children and Youth sits down with Jade, a former youth in care, to have a conversation about her life experiences and the importance of belonging.
Part 2 – Coming Soon.