Please use the following options to find articles and websites where safe parenting in Canada is discussed. These resources are provided to help you think carefully about what is appropriate for you and your family.
Please note that these are external resources that we have provided to assist you in your desire for more information and knowledge. We do not have responsibility/control over the content that these websites/articles/links are providing.
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"What's Next?"
We have developed a resource with helpful suggestions on what to do if you’re visited by Social Workers or Police Officers due to a report of suspected abuse/neglect.
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Crisis Contacts
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has developed a contact list of resources/organizations to support in times of crisis.
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Legal Age for Leaving Children Unsupervised
Article and overview of Canadian Laws on Supervision from Child Safe Canada.
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Hand In Hand Booklet
A document created by the Government of Nova Scotia about parenting as a newcomer in Canada. Pages 15-19 of this document contain important parenting and discipline information.
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Children, Youth & Families Act
An Act Respecting Children, Youth, and Families. This is Newfoundland and Labradors commitment to Children, Youth, and Families. (Assented to May 31, 2018)
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Children, Youth & Families Regulations
Under the Children, Youth & Families Act. NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR REGULATION. (Filed June 20, 2019)
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Child Abuse & Neglect
Keeping children and youth safe is everyone’s responsibility. Click below for some helpful resources.
