Provincial/Territorial Protocol on Children and Families Moving Between Provinces and Territories

The Provincial/Territorial Protocol on Children and Families Moving Between Provinces and Territories provides a framework for consistent, quality services to children and families moving between provinces. The intent is that children and families should experience smooth transitions and receive emergency responses with minimal service disruption.

The Protocol exemplifies the desire of provinces and territories to co-operate and share responsibility for mutual clients. It is based on the principle that the protection and best interests of children are the primary considerations in all decisions and services.

Download the Provincial/Territorial Protocol on Children and Families Moving Between Provinces and Territories (PDF 183 KB)

You can download the document in sections as well:

Table of Contents (PDF 28 KB)
Introduction (PDF 54 KB)
Schedule A: Child Protection Services (PDF 52 KB)
Schedule B:Children in Care (PDF 87 KB)
Schedule C: Adoption and Post-Adoption Services (PDF 56 KB)

For more information about the Provincial/Territorial Protocol, please contact:

Child Protection Branch
201 - 114 Garry Street
Winnipeg MB R3C 4V5
Phone: (204) 945-6964
Email: cfsd@gov.mb.ca
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