1.4.0 Introduction

Chapter 4 of Volume 1 contains provincial policy and standards relating to services to children in care of agencies under The Child and Family Services Act (the Act).

Chapter Content

The provincial standards in this chapter are divided into four sections as follows:

Legislation

Relevant provisions in the Act and regulations are contained in the sections of this chapter.

Policy

a child is in need of protection
a voluntary placement is in the best interests of the child
a voluntary surrender of guardianship is sought and the parent or guardian fully understands the effect and has been advised of the right to independent legal advice

Standards

The provincial standards in this chapter are minimum requirements for services to families under the Act. Agencies are also required to follow culturally appropriate standards developed by their respective mandating authorities pursuant to section 19 of The Child and Family Services Authorities Act.