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April C. Kellett×
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62076.02This paper explores the discord between biological and psychological families after a permanent guardianship order, and the impact of state interference. In particular, the paper examines 5 recent decisions from Alberta courts involving the placement and guardianship or adoption of children who are subjects of permanent guardianship orders. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Family Law 25 program in Edmonton on March 7, 2018 and in Calgary on March 14, 2018.
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61914.01This paper explores some of the significant amendments to the Child Youth and Family Enhancement Act (CYFEA) over the past decade and those still to come from a child welfare defence lawyer’s perspective. The author’s discussion is mainly focused on Part 1, Divisions 1,2,3, and 5; Part 4; and Part 5 of the CYFEA as they relate to intervention services and orders. This paper was presented at the Child Welfare Seminar in February, 2014.