Land Acknowledgment
The General Authority acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 1 territory, the traditional gathering place of the Anishinaabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota and Dene people and the traditional homeland of the Métis people. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.
For Parents
- Help with my child
- Parenting Resources
- Parents Rights / Responsibilities
- Interacting with CFS
Youth Resources
- Supporting Youth Education
- Children & Youth resources
- Questions and Concerns
For Foster Parents
- General Information
- Orientation Session
Adoption Information
- Adoption Process
- Who May Adopt
- Resources
Indigenous Laws & Governing Bodies
- GA Statement
- Links to Legislation
- Indigenous Governing Bodies
Who We Are
The General Authority Board was formed after the proclamation of the Child and Family Services Authorities Act in 2003. We are responsible for ensuring the provision of child and family services through the partner agencies, and service regions we cover. We have a broad representation of members that takes into account gender, race/ethnicity/cultural communities, along with representation from throughout the province.
Active Offer
Services will be provided in French on request.
Regulation 199/255, pursuant to The Child and Family Services Authorities Act, requires all Child and Family Services authorities to complete multi-year and annual French language strategic (FLS) plans in accordance with the expectations set out in the Regulation. The General Authority FLS plan sets out specific goals in each of the following areas: active offer, training, governance and co-ordination, reporting progress and establishing community partnerships. Read the FLS plan – English. The General Authority FLS Plan has been approved by the Board of Directors and Santé en français. (Manitoba). Our agencies embed plans for the provision of FLS within their annual strategic service plans.
Accessibility Statement
The General Authority is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for all people, regardless of their abilities.
If you require additional assistance, please contact our office at 204-984-9360 or at generalauthority@gov.mb.ca and we will be pleased to help. For more information, please contact the Manitoba Accessibility Office at AccessibilityMB.ca

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