Child Protection Act Review
As defined in the regulations of Child Protection Act (2003), the Minister of Social Services and Seniors is legally required to appoint an advisory committee to review the act every three years.
The advisory committee will host private and public consultations and then provide a report to the Minister. The report will provide the Minister with information on the operation and administration of the Child Protection Act and whether its principles and purposes are being achieved.
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The main purpose of the Child Protection Act is to protect children from harm because of abuse and neglect as well as to protect the best interests of children.
Through public consultations, individuals, families, youth and community groups are asked to provide input on how the Child Protection Act is working or not working.
The discussion document includes background and the questions that will be discussed during private and public consultations.
Wednesday, February 20, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Athena School, Summerside
Open to all residents (similtaneous translation will be available in French)
Monday, February 25, 2008, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m..
Colonel Grey High School, Charlottetown
Monday, March 3 - Aboriginal Consultation
Centre Belle-Alliance, 5 Ave. Maris Stella, Summerside
2:00 p.m. for public and 5:00 p.m. for youth.
Monday, March 10, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Souris High School
Thursday, March 13, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Montague High School
Rescheduled to Wednesday, March 26, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Hernewood School, Woodstock
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You can send a completed questionnaire in confidence to:
Child Protection Act Review Advisory Committee
c/o HRA
1 Harbourside Drive, Charlottetown, PE C1A 8R4
Fax: (902) 626-2532
E-mail: cpareview@hra.ca
The deadline for written submissions is March 14, 2008
If you are more comfortable providing input to a few review committee members, please contact Wendy Hughes in the Department of Social Services and Seniors to schedule a meeting time in your preferred region.
If you have questions about the Child Protection Act Review or if you wish to schedule a private consultation, please contact:
Phone: (902) 368-5294 or 1-866-594-3777
E-mail: wahughes@gov.pe.ca
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