Child Protection Services
Ministry of Children and Family Development
If you think a child or youth (under 19 years of age) is being abused or neglected, call 1-800-663-9122 at any time of the day or night.
Program Information
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