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Children, Youth & Families - Adoption

Adoption 2 Car Seat Safety 7 Child Care / Resources 7 Child Development / Special Needs 25 Children / Youth Support 12 Early Years (0-5 yrs) Programs 38 Family & Individual Resources Centres 7 Family Support 15 Foster Parents / Foster Children 5 Health Centres / Family Services 11 Literacy 8 Pregnancy /Newborns 20 Separation / Divorce 5 Sexual Health 7

Adopt BC Kids

Information about the adoption process for families wanting to adopt a child or teen who has been in the BC Foster care system.more info

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Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) Kootenay Area Office
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Belonging Network (formerly Adoptive Families Association of BC)

Supports the adoption community at all ages and stages through education, counselling, family events, and advocacy. more info

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Adoptive Families Association of BC
Adopt BC Kids Info Line: 1-877-236-7807
778-897-1315: Family Support Team
Office: (604) 320-7330
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