Child and Youth Advocate Act
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Bill overview
Bill NS15, “Child and Youth Advocate Act”, is a Nova Scotia bill from session assembly-63-session-2.
Its latest recorded status is “Introduced”.
This overview is written automatically from the registry and vote records on this page and updates when they sync. It describes the bill's path, not its merits.
PLAIN-LANGUAGE SUMMARY
What you need to know
The Child and Youth Advocate Act is currently at First Reading in the Nova Scotia assembly. This bill is being introduced to establish the office of the Child and Youth Advocate, which will investigate and report on the well-being of children and youth in care, and advocate for their rights and interests. The office will also provide support and guidance to children and youth in care, and their families.
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Key provisions
- 01The Child and Youth Advocate Act is enacted to provide a framework for the appointment of a Child and Youth Advocate in Nova Scotia.
- 02The Child and Youth Advocate is responsible for investigating and reporting on the well-being and protection of children and youth in care in Nova Scotia.
- 03The Minister of Community Services is responsible for appointing the Child and Youth Advocate, subject to the approval of the Governor in Council.
- 04The Child and Youth Advocate must report annually to the Minister of Community Services on the activities and findings of the office.
- 05The Child and Youth Advocate has the power to conduct investigations and gather information related to the well-being and protection of children and youth in care in Nova Scotia.
Vote roll
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