Child and Family Services - Report Child Abuse

AKA: Child Protection Services

Provided by: Government of Prince Edward Island - Department of Social Development and Seniors - AKA: Formerly Department of Social Development and Housing

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By law, anyone who thinks a child is being abused or neglected by a parent or guardian must call Child Protection Services. Call if you think a child is/has:

Being physically, sexually or emotionally hurt by a parent/guardian
Been hurt and a parent/guardian did not prevent it but could have
Living in a home where there is domestic violence
Being neglected by their parent/guardian

Note: Child is defined as 17 years and younger * Sexual activity: Criminal Code of Canada defines age of consent as "...18 years where the sexual activity involves exploitative activity, such as prostitution, pornography or where there is a relationship of trust, authority or dependency. For other sexual activity, the age of consent is 16 years of age." See the Criminal Code for more details or call.

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By law, anyone who thinks a child is being abused or neglected by a parent or guardian must call Child Protection Services. Call if you think a child is/has:

Being physically, sexually or emotionally hurt by a parent/guardian
Been hurt and a parent/guardian did not prevent it but could have
Living in a home where there is domestic violence
Being neglected by their parent/guardian

Call 9-1-1 if there is immediate danger

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Description:	By law, anyone who thinks a child is being abused or neglected by a parent or guardian must call Child Protection Services. Call if you think a child is/has: Being physically, sexually or emotionally hurt by a parent/guardian Been hurt and a parent/guardian did not prevent it but could have Living in a home where there is domestic violence Being neglected by their parent/guardian Note: Child is defined as 17 years and younger * Sexual activity: Criminal Code of Canada defines age of consent as "...18 years where the sexual activity involves exploitative activity, such as prostitution, pornography or where there is a relationship of trust, authority or dependency. For other sexual activity, the age of consent is 16 years of age." See the Criminal Code for more details or call. Call 9-1-1 if there is immediate danger
Eligibility:	Anyone who thinks a child residing in PEI is being abused by a parent or guardian is required by law to contact Child Protective Services
Fees:	No fees
How to Access:	Call
Documents Required:	Not applicable
Language:	English
Website:	https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/social-development-and-housing/child-protection
Coverage Area:	Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island
Program Hours:	October to May: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm June to September: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm Call after hours phone line outside these hours

Child and Family Services - Main Office

161 St Peters Road, Charlottetown, PE C1A 5P7
Coverage Area: Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible * Elevator access * Ramps and wheelchair accessible doors throughout the building
October-May: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
June-September: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/topic/child-and-family
DeptSDS@gov.pe.ca

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