Child And Youth Protection And Canadian Law

Child and Youth Protection and Canadian Law, 2nd Edition uses updated legislation and current case law to explore issues related to youth in conflict with the law and youth in care. Its comprehensive coverage makes it a highly valuable resource for programs in youth service work, community services, criminal justice, and police foundations. Some of the topics covered in this text include the new Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017, cyberbullying, changes to the Youth Criminal Justice Act, and family law. This edition also contains a variety of tools, such as defined terms, review questions, and suggested sources for additional reading, that students can use to reinforce and reflect on what they have learned. This important and relevant information allows readers to have a deeper understanding of the special protections and laws at play when it comes to working with young persons.