Child Protection Services

Child Protection Services

Provides child protection services for children and youth in BC. Social workers investigate reports of child abuse or neglect, provide or arrange support services for families, supervise a child's care in the home, and protect children through removal from the family and placement with relatives, a foster family or specialized residential resources.

To report a concern about a child being abused or neglected, call the toll free number or Helpline for Children, both available 24-hour, 7 days a week.
Child Protection Services - Virtual
Phone Numbers
Toll Free Line: 1-800-663-9122
Information Line: 1-877-631-8282
- Helpline for Children
Eligibility
Age Restricted

Anyone concerned about the safety of a child or youth aged 18 and under who is being abused or neglected.
Application Process
Call the toll-free number to report a concern of child abuse or neglect.
Languages
English
Service delivery
Virtual
Coverage Area
Province of BC