Child Welfare Services

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200 Anemki Pl
Fort William First Nation
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807-623-8511
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1-855-623-8511
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Fax: 807-626-7999
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Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm


Toll Free Hotline Mon-Sun 24 hours

Application

To report suspected child abuse or neglect, call the toll free hotline

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Indigenous children younger than 18 years of age at-risk

Fees

None

Languages

English ; Ojibwe

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Mandated as a children's aid society under the provincial Child and Family Services Act and:
  • Receives allegations of child abuse and child neglect in confidence from the community
  • Investigates allegations of child abuse and child neglect to determine the safety of the family environment for children
  • Works with families to address protection concerns
  • Provides alternate care for a child in need of protection when a child is unable to remain at home
  • Works to promote family strengths to ensure that the health, safety and well-being of Anishinabek children are upheld and protected
  • Focus is on prevention, early intervention and protection in partnership with individuals, families and communities
Administers the following:
  • Protection services
  • Foster care
  • Support services
  • Education and prevention
Last updated: Apr 3, 2025: Suggest an edit