MINISTRY OF CHILDREN & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT

2455 Mansfield Drive, Courtenay BC V9N 2M2

Phone: 250-334-5820   Fax: 250-334-5844  

Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am – 4:00pm (closed 12-1)

Mission Statement: 

This ministry works to ensure that some of our most vulnerable children and families have the best chances possible to succeed and thrive.

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/organizational-structure/ministries-organizations/ministries/children-and-family-development

Programs & Services:

  • Emergency Child Protection: 1-800-663-9122

      After hours – Children’s Helpline: 310-1234 (no area code needed)

  • Services and referrals for families in crisis, where there is the possibility of family breakdown or risk to children
  • Foster care
  • Adoption

Programs & Services:

  • Counselling and therapy for children and youth with moderate to severe emotional, psychological, and/or mental difficulties and/or who are at risk of suicide
  • Youth probation services
  • Children and youth with support needs