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Bernard Richard confirmed as Representative for Children and Youth

Bernard Richard has been confirmed by the British Columbia Legislature as the province’s second Representative for Children and Youth.

Richard’s appointment was confirmed today in a unanimous vote of MLAs for a five-year term as Representative, pursuant to section 2 …


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Representative’s Report #28 – Reviews and Investigations: June 1, 2016 to Sept. 30, 2016

The purpose of the Representative for Children and Youth’s reviews and investigations of child deaths and critical injuries is to identify and thoughtfully analyze issues, particularly in service delivery. The intent is to help prevent similar deaths or injuries in …


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Broken Promises: Alex’s Story

Lacking any permanent connection to his family and culture and without the mental health supports that might have made a difference, an 18-year-old Métis youth in care took his own life in an act of desperation, says an investigative report …


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Representative’s statement on appointment of new Representative

I am pleased that the Select Standing Committee on Children and Youth has today appointed an Acting Representative for Children and Youth, effective Nov. 27, 2016.

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10 Years of Advocacy: Representative’s Report Card – Annual Report 2015/16 and Service Plan 2016/17 to 2017/18

This report provides an overview of the Office’s work on behalf of the vulnerable children and youth of B.C. over the past year and a plan reflecting on future goals and objectives. It describes the activities of the Office during …


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Last Resort: One family’s tragic struggle to find help for their son

The provincial government should develop and fund a comprehensive system of substance use services capable of consistently meeting the diverse needs of youth and their families across British Columbia, says a report released today by the Office of the Representative …


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Representative recognizes contribution of B.C. foster parents

Foster parents appreciation month representatives statement…


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Representative’s Report #27 – Reviews and Investigations: Feb. 1, 2016 to May 31, 2016

The purpose of the Representative for Children and Youth’s reviews and investigations of child deaths and critical injuries is to identify and thoughtfully analyze issues – particularly in service delivery. The intent is to help prevent similar deaths or injuries …


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Too Many Victims: Sexualized Violence in the Lives of Children and Youth in Care

An alarming number of girls in the care of the provincial government – including a highly disproportionate number of Aboriginal girls – have been the victims of sexualized violence while in care, says a report released today by Representative Mary …


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Representative requests B.C. Attorney General to enable cultural consideration in Métis adoption case

Representative for Children and Youth Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond is calling on British Columbia’s Attorney General to intervene in the adoption case of a three-year-old Métis child known as “S.S.” to ensure that the girl’s cultural rights are properly considered in …


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