Child Protection – Counsel for Children
Provided by: Government of Saskatchewan - Ministry of Social Services
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Service Description
A program that may appoint a lawyer (counsel) for children and youth who are involved with the Ministry of Social Services or First Nations Child and Family Services agencies. Some examples include court proceedings following the apprehension of a child, variation of existing child protection orders, investigations leading to supervision orders, or negotiation of agreements to place the child with a person of sufficient interest.
Objectives of the program are to:
- ensure a child’s or youth’s voice is heard in child protection proceedings
- provide timely appointments of counsel
- establish best practices, supports, and standards for quality legal representation
- create a roster of lawyers with expertise in this area of law.
Eligibility
Children and youth who are involved with Ministry of Social Services or First Nations Child and Family Services agencies.
Application Process
Program can be accessed by court order or by referral. Referrals can be made by a child or youth, a child protection worker, a family member or anyone else who knows the child or youth. A request for a lawyer can be made by filling out the Request a Lawyer Referral Form or contacting the Children's Counsel at 306-787-5424.
Business Line: 306-787-5424
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Service Website
www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/justice-crime-and-the-law/courts-and-sentencing/counsel-for-children
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Coverage Area
Saskatchewan
Languages Offered
English
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