More Foster Families Needed: Provincial Government Launches New Recruitment Campaign

The article reports that the Nova Scotia Department of Opportunities and Social Development announced it is moving foster-care services in-house this fiscal year, including the abolition of the Federation of Foster Families Nova Scotia’s remaining core funding by the end of the year. The department says there will be no reduction in overall caregiver…

The Federation of Foster Families Nova Scotia says the provincial government plans to cut all funding to its organization next year, after already slashing 52 percent of its $1.1-million funding in the deficit budget. The department claims direct funding to foster parents has increased and will not be reduced, while some training programs will be…

The Federation of Foster Families Nova Scotia says the provincial government plans to cut all of its funding next year, after a 52% reduction in March and a June disclosure of plans to scrap remaining funding. Some training will be taken over by the government, but the federation’s chair warns the cuts could hinder recruitment and leave foster parents…

The Federation of Foster Families Nova Scotia says the provincial government plans to scrap all funding for the federation next year after previously cutting 52% of its funding in the deficit budget. The government says it has spent over $34 million redesigning the foster care system since 2022 and that direct funding to foster parents has increased,…

The Newfoundland and Labrador government, in partnership with Foster Families N.L., announced a new campaign called Foster a Future following a budget day commitment to increase financial support for foster families and kinship care providers. The campaign aims to recruit more foster families by making foster information and the approval process more…

The government has launched a recruitment campaign, called “Foster a Future,” to attract more foster families as there are more than 900 young people in care. A new website provides eligibility, application details, supports, and training; interested individuals can also call 1-855-683-8111 for more information.

Family & Children’s Services of St. Thomas and Elgin launched the “One Home Can Change Everything” campaign to recruit more foster and permanency families, aiming to place children within their local community. The agency is holding information sessions this summer (virtual July 7, July 21, August 4; in-person August 25) and is seeking diverse…

The province is launching a new campaign called "Foster a Future" to recruit more foster families across the province. With over 900 children and youth in care, the program offers training, resources, and ongoing support, and details are available on the Foster a Future website or by toll-free phone.