Two new resource links have been added under the Parenting Resources of the External Agencies Page.
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Parenting Links Added
Birth Registration and Certificates
If you require information on birth registration, birth registration services, or birth certificates visit the BC Vital Statistics Agency Online Services. You can now order your certificate on-line using their secure, easy to use, electronic application service.
Registration of Child
People who wish to register a child under the Indian Act can find more information, as well as download and complete the Application for Registration here.
First Nations Directors Forum Added
The First Nations Directors Forum is comprised of the Executive Directors of the First Nations Child and Family Service Agencies within the province of British Columbia. Since its inception in 1996-97 it has evolved and grown to represent 23 agencies, as more First Nations develop their own child and family services. Our vision is for all First Nations communities to be well equipped in the provision of high quality and culturally appropriate care for all of our children.
Please follow this link to view their website, or find the link in our "External Agencies" page.
NIȽ/TU,O Celebrates 15 Years
2012 marks the 15th Anniversary of NIȽ/TU,O Child and Family Services – NIȽ/TU,O was incorporated on November 5, 1997.
Become a Foster Parent
Are you interested in becoming a Foster Parent? Please complete and return this form to the NIȽ/TU,O office to begin the application process.
Family Care Home Responsibilities
As a family care parent you have many responsibilities to a number of different individuals: the child placed in your home, the agency, the child’s biological family, the Resource team and your own family. Your goal as a family care parent is to ensure the child/children are provided with excellent care while reinforcing the belief that children and youth have the right to safety, security, continuity, consistency, as well as a loving home. A family care parent will operate as a parent, a behavior management specialist, a mentor,a guide, a protector, a team member, an advocate, a teacher, and as a caregiver. This is quite the role and one that we are in need of.
The process the Family Care Orientation begins with completing the following forms:
