• Why it Matters?
  • The wellbeing of our children is important to all of us.
  • Culture and identity are essential to their development.
  • Healthier children and families build healthier communities.
  • Together, we will improve outcomes for all of our children, youth and families.

Child and Family Services Act – Five Year Review

The Child and Family Services Act (CFSA), brought into force in 2010, requires the “operation of the Act” to be reviewed every five years by an advisory committee established by the Minister. The review includes the operation of the Act and whether the purposes and principles outlined in the Act are being achieved.

The review of the Child and Family Services Act is underway, and the Independent Advisory Committee would like to hear from you.

Please phone 1-800-661-0408 ext. 8156 or email [email protected] to find out how you can add your voice to the review.

Advisory Committee

Mo Caley-Verdonk - Chair, Ray Sydney - Deputy Chair, Doris Anderson, Debbie Hoffman, Lori Duncan and Rose Rowlands were appointed to the Committee in May 2018. The Committee held their first meeting in June 2018.

Commitment to review

Minister Frost has committed publicly to an independent review that is broad and thorough. We will look at the legislation, programs and policies that shape how child welfare services are delivered. We will listen carefully and hear everyone’s views and report back to the Minister on changes that are needed to improve outcomes for children, families and communities.

Engagement

We will engage First Nations governments, community organizations, key stakeholders, experts and Yukon citizens who are invested in improving the wellbeing of our children.

Collected information

We will use the information collected to help inform our recommendations and final report. All information will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.