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Our Programs & Services Early Childhood DevelopmentChild CareSpecial NeedsMental HealthChild ProtectionFoster CareAdoptionServices for YouthYouth JusticeImportant Phone Numbers
Helpline for Children 310-1234 Kids Help Phone 1 800 668-6868 Representative for Children and Youth 250 356-6710 or 1 800 476-3933 Public Guardian and Trustee 604 660-4444 or 1 800 663-7867 Ombudsman 250-387-5855 or 1 800 567-3247 General Ministry Inquiries 250 387-7027 or 1 877 387-7027 Media Inquiries 250 356-2939 Enquiry BC Victoria 250 387-6121 Vancouver 604 660-2421 Toll-free 1 800 663-7867 | Keeping children and youth safe is the responsibility of all British Columbians. Safety is always of the utmost importance and is always the number one priority. If you know a child who needs help or you suspect abuse, please call the Helpline for Children at 310-1234 (you do not need an area code). A ministry social worker will answer that call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In cooperation with other government ministries, the Ministry of Children and Family Development is implementing an integrated five-pillar approach to improving outcomes for B.C.’s children emphasizing prevention, early intervention, and coordinated multi-agency program support. See Strong, Safe and Supported.
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