Supporting Island families The provincial government wants feedback from Islanders on whether or not Prince Edward Island’s adoption records should be open. Islanders can provide input until March 31 by attending a public meeting, sending written submissions, or requesting a...
A presentation of the Adoption Act Review Advisory Committee for use during public consultations.
Post-Adoption Services was established in 1993, and follows the provincial Adoption Act legislation. In order for Post-Adoption Service to be provided, an adoption must have been legally finalized in Prince Edward Island and the adopted person must be at least 18 years old. Even...
Call 911 or Child Protection Services if you know or suspect that a child needs protection from abuse. It is your legal responsibility to report concerns to a peace officer or the Director of Child Protection as soon as possible. Call 1 (877) 341-3101 during business hours Call 1...
Adoption is the legal process through which a child or youth becomes a permanent part of a new family. Adoption Services is focused on finding families capable of meeting the needs of each child awaiting adoption. While the needs and wishes of the families are considered very...
To learn more about becoming a foster parent, you can attend a one hour information session. Sessions are held in person by appointment at the Child Protection Services offices in Charlottetown, Summerside, O'Leary, Montague and Souris. To arrange to meet with a social worker...
1.1 Statement of Principle 1.2 Delegation of Authority 1.3 Documentation 1.5 Intake 1.8 Termination of a Voluntary Agreement for Temporary Custody and Guardianship 1.9 Apprehension 1.10 Apprehended Child Returned to Parent With No Court Application 1.11 After Hours Emergency...