Social Development Minister Dorothy Shephard (submitted)
New Brunswick’s social development minister has provided an update on recommendations from child protection reports.
In a statement, Dorothy Shephard said that a year ago, consultant George Savoury wrote a Review of the Effectiveness of New Brunswick’s Child Protection System.
Shephard said she is pleased to report 26 of the 116 recommendations have been completed, which represents 22 per cent.
Social workers now have access to cell phones with data plans, which helps them better remain in contact with their clients and colleagues.
Amendments have been introduced to the Family Services Act to support new services and resources, such as kinship care and the transfer of guardianship.
Shephard said while it will be a long process, they are committed to making the changes in order to improve the quality of life for children and families.
A list of all completed projects is available online.
