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#Before involving the Ministry of Children and Family Development, you should probably speak with a lawyer or advocate. (See "Where to get help" below to find a lawyer or advocate to speak with.) | #Before involving the Ministry of Children and Family Development, you should probably speak with a lawyer or advocate. (See "Where to get help" below to find a lawyer or advocate to speak with.) | ||
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| tips = Remember that the Ministry has the authority to remove children from your home if they believe they are "in need of protection". On the other hand, the Ministry has access to many resources (often at little or no cost to you) that may help you overcome the challenge with your children.}} | | tips = Remember that the Ministry has the authority to remove children from your home if they believe they are "in need of protection". On the other hand, the Ministry has access to many resources (often at little or no cost to you) that may help you overcome the challenge with your children.}} | ||
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| tips = If you or the children in your care are Aboriginal, the responsibility for the safety and welfare of the children may have been delegated to a Delegated Aboriginal Agency in your area. To find out if this is the case, contact the nearest office of the Ministry of Children and Family Development (see the Blue Pages of your phone book for the local number or call Enquiry BC at 1-800-663-7867). | | tips = If you or the children in your care are Aboriginal, the responsibility for the safety and welfare of the children may have been delegated to a Delegated Aboriginal Agency in your area. To find out if this is the case, contact the nearest office of the Ministry of Children and Family Development (see the Blue Pages of your phone book for the local number or call Enquiry BC at 1-800-663-7867). | ||
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