We stand up for
young people.
The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate represents the rights, interests and viewpoints of young people in Alberta.
We do this through:
- Working directly with young people to help them understand and exercise their rights when they are involved with the child intervention or youth justice system.
- Educating and engaging with Albertans about children’s rights and advocacy.
- Investigating the serious injuries and deaths of young people (who meet the criteria for an investigative review under our legislation).
- Making recommendations to the government about issues impacting young people’s lives.
Child and Youth Advocate’s latest reports highlight critical issues impacting young people
November 20, 2024
Terri Pelton, provincial Child and Youth Advocate, has released the Annual Report of the Office…
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Investigative Reviews Update: April 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024
November 5, 2024
November 1, 2024 Edmonton, Alberta Terri Pelton, provincial Child and Youth Advocate, has provided an…
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Survey: Youth mental health and substance use services in Alberta
May 30, 2024
The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate (OCYA) stands up for young people involved…
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Child and Youth Advocate releases update on investigative reviews into child deaths and serious injuries
April 9, 2024
Terri Pelton, provincial Child and Youth Advocate, has provided an update to the Speaker of…
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Public Statement: Supporting Gender Diverse Children and Youth
February 21, 2024
Yesterday, Premier Smith announced new policies affecting gender diverse young people and their families. We…
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Child and Youth Advocate calls on government to improve services and supports for young people with disabilities
January 23, 2024
The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate (OCYA) has released Beyond Barriers: A Special…
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