Trocmé, N., Sullivan, S. & Lefebvre, R., (September, 2024). What is child neglect? [Information sheet sheet #3]. Loving Our Children: Finding What Works for First Nations Families. https://cwrp.ca/publications/what-is-child-neglect
3 What is child neglect.pdf (PDF, 368MB)
This information sheet is one in a series developed by the Loving Our Children: Finding What Works for First Nations Families (Canada Research Chair in First Nations Child and Family Services Implementation 2023-2030).
It describes the frequency of reported neglect, how Canadian child welfare statures define neglect, neglect as a 19th century colonial concept, families’ needs for support and prevention services.
Research Areas
Province / Territory