OVERVIEW

The Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act was proclaimed November 1, 2004.

The Enhancement Act replaces the Child Welfare Act (1984) and provides the legislative basis for services to children and families in Alberta.

The new legislation is based on research and extensive community consultation which occurred as part of the Child Welfare Act Review.

REGIONAL IMPLEMENTATION

Calgary and Area Child and Family Services Authority has prepared for implementation of the Enhancement Act through a number of activities;

• Enhancement Act Information Sessions were held with various community stakeholders throughout May to October 2004.
 
• This website section has been created as a central source for regional information on the Enhancement Act. Newsletters and a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) database are some of the resources available in the section.
 
• Thirteen Working Groups have been established to assist with implementation of the Enhancement Act in the Calgary and Area Region. The working groups will help:
• determine the impact of the legislation,
• assess the readiness of the region,
• make recommendations on gaps and barriers, and
• make planning recommendations.

There are four internal working groups comprised of Calgary and Area staff.

There are nine external working groups comprised of Calgary and Area staff, as well as community stakeholders.

Visit the Enhancement Act Working Group page for more information and updates on their progress.

• A 3-hour Enhancement Act Training session is being provided to all foster parents in the Calgary and Area region. Click here to read the Invitation to Foster Parent Enhancement Act Training.

CONTACT US

To find out more about the Enhancement Act implementation in the Calgary and Area Region email your questions to the address below;
region3.enhancementact@gov.ab.ca

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