Jurisdiction and Laws
Name 2 pieces of legislation that the Children and Youth Unit often rely on in their work.
Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA)
Ombudsman Act
Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA)
First Nations, Inuit and Métis Children, Youth and Families Act
What is a whistleblower?
A whistleblower is typically an employee or insider who reports wrongdoing to the Ombudsman and wants to remain anonymous
Name 2 rights that young people have.
The right to be heard
The right to be treated with dignity and respect
The right to privacy
The right to contact the Ombudsman
The right to a safe environment
The right to participate in decisions that affect them
Aside from our 4 areas of jurisdiction in the Children and Youth Unit, what are other areas of complaints for young people.
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
Schools
ServiceOntario
What is the definition of Serious Bodily Harm?
Any injury requiring treatment beyond basic first aid
Any report of sexual assault
Any injury resulting from a physical restraint
What are the goals of the Children and Youth Unit?
Promote rights
Ensure young people are treated fairly
What are the 4 areas of jurisdiction for the Children and Youth Unit?
Children's Aid Society (CAS)
Out-of-home care
Secure treatment
Youth Justice
Name 2 components of our investigation process.
Early Resolutions Officer (ERO)
Investigations
When should young people contact us? Name 4 situations.
What makes the Ombudsman a legislative safeguard for young people? Name 4 reasons.
Young people must be informed about the Ombudsman
Information must be displayed in facilities
Young people can contact us privately
Facilities must report serious incidents to us
Name the 4 outreach groups within the Children and Youth Unit.
Indigenous Circle
Black Children, Youth and Families Roundtable
2SLGBTQIA+ Outreach
Youth Justice
What are the 3 components of Fairness?
Fair decision
Fair process
Fair service