Child Protection Legislation and Resources
Child Protection Legislation in BC:
Protecting
Children: Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD)
The Act requires that anyone who has reason to believe that a child
may be abused, neglected, or is for any other reason in need of
protection, must report it to the Director or a delegated
social worker.
These reports are investigated by social workers, who take the most
appropriate action that is least disruptive for the child. These actions
may include:
- providing or arranging the provision of support services to the family
- supervising the child's care in the home, or
- protecting the child through removal from the family and
placement with relatives, a foster family or specialized residential
resources
Legal Aid BC: Parents' Rights, Kids'
Rights: A Parent's Guide to Child Protection Law in BC
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Adult/Elder
Legislation and Resources:
Advance Care Planning - Advance care planning is the process of thinking about, and writing down, your wishes or instructions for future health care treatment
in the event you become incapable of deciding for yourself. Advance
care planning gives you a voice and also gives your family or friends
the knowledge and tools they may need to make decisions on your behalf.
Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre - Personal
planning is about making legal arrangements in the event you need assistance
managing your affairs during your lifetime due to illness, injury or
disability. Personal planning can address all areas of your life – health care, personal care,
legal affairs, and financial affairs.
Legal Forms: Representation Agreements & Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA)
