Nova Scotia sees dramatic drop in children in temporary emergency arrangements, but still lacks child and youth advocate
Nova Scotia has recorded a significant decrease in the number of children placed in temporary emergency arrangements. However, the province still does not have a child and youth advocate, though officials say they intend to establish the office before the fiscal year ends.
Nova Scotia has experienced a dramatic drop in the number of children placed in temporary emergency arrangements.
Despite this improvement, the province still does not have a child and youth advocate.
Craig Beaton, deputy minister with the Department of Opportunities and Social Development, addressed the status of the position. According to Beaton, the department has "full intention to have the office stood up within the remainder of this fiscal year."