Government of Alberta:

A New Look.
Same Great Info.

The new Ministry of Human Services is part of Premier Redford’s strategy to take action on Albertans’ priorities. We’re working to make that happen. To start, we’ve updated our web pages to reflect the Government of Alberta’s new look. It’s a work in progress – watch for improved site content and organization in 2012.

Information about other Human Services programs and services can be found at::

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Help children and youth stay safer online

February 7 is International Safer Internet Day, which promotes the positive use of the Internet among children and youth. Information and fun and interactive tools are available for:

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Nominations open for provincial child care awards

Do you know an early learning and child care professional in your community who has gone above and beyond their commitment to providing outstanding, quality care and deserves to be recognized? The 2012 Child Care Professional Awards of Excellence acknowledge skilled people who create stimulating experiences for children that encourage them to laugh, learn and play.

Visit our nomination page for information on how you can nominate a child care professional.

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The Child and Youth Advocate Act

The Child and Youth Advocate Act is anticipated to be proclaimed April 1, 2012. The legislation sets up the Advocate as an independent officer of the Legislature. It also expands the role of the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate, and increases its investigative responsibilities.

The Act also clarifies the publication ban measures that protect the privacy of children in the child intervention system. For example, public bodies may share a child’s personal information if it’s in the child’s best interest.

In addition, the Act sets up a new Child and Family Services Council for Quality Assurance, under the Ministry of Human Services. The Council helps increase public understanding and confidence in the province’s child intervention system.

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