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Children have rights and can become parties to Court proceedings when they have the capacity to instruct counsel (usually 12 or older). This means a lawyer can advocate on the child’s best interests during the court proceedings. | Children have rights and can become parties to Court proceedings when they have the capacity to instruct counsel (usually 12 or older). This means a lawyer can advocate on the child’s best interests during the court proceedings. | ||
The '''Child Youth Legal Center''' can provide legal help for young people who are experiencing problems relating to family law and child protection. They can also help find legal representation for children. | The '''Child Youth Legal Center''' can provide legal help for young people who are experiencing problems relating to family law and child protection. They can also help find legal representation for children.<BR> | ||
Call: 1-877-462-0037 | '''Call: 1-877-462-0037''' | ||
=== Legal rights of a child === | |||
Participatory rights and access to counsel are important elements of access to justice. A child’s views should be heard in proceedings that affect their lives. The CFCSA outlines legal rights of children in care, which include the right to: | |||
* be informed about their plans of care, | |||
* be consulted and express their views about significant decisions affecting them, | |||
* receive guidance and encouragement to maintain their cultural heritage, | |||
* privacy during discussions with a lawyer or government personnel, and | |||
* be informed of their rights, and the procedures available for enforcing their rights. | |||
Indigenous children have other rights under the CFCSA, including the right to: | |||
* receive support to learn about and practise their Indigenous traditions, customs and languages, and | |||
* belong to their Indigenous communities. | |||
