Yukon Foster
Parents Association

About Us

The Yukon Foster Parents Association Board Structure

The Executive of The Yukon Foster Parents Association is comprised of Foster Parents, who are selected by Foster Parents at the Annual Generel Meeting.


Roles And Responsibilities

The Association is responsible for:

advocacy for Foster Parents and children in care

support and value Foster Parents

strengthening the Foster care program in the Territory

advocating issues that impact Foster Parents and Foster Care system

speaking as a collective voice for Foster Families throughout the Territory

The Role Of A Foster Parent

The children of our Territory are our greatest asset.
Children have a right to:

safe home environment

protection

support

love and understanding

healthcare

education

justice

Foster Parents make valuable contributions to our coummunity and society. They play a vital role in enabling children to become mature, responsible, productive adults.


What Can You Do To Support Children In Care And/Or Foster Families In The Territory?

become involved in the association

read our newsletters

if you are a Foster Parent, talk with your family, friends, co-workers, etc about your experiences and encourage others to become foster parents

if you have ever considered becoming a foster parent: take that first step and contact Family & Children's Services (667-3002) for more information

make a donation to The Yukon Foster Parents Association

Ongoing Activities

Quarterly Newsletter

Annual General Meeting

Canadian Foster Parent Week is celebrated the third full week of October of each year

Guest Speakers at General Meetings

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