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What change was made to the age of protection in 2018?
What does 'reasonable grounds' refer to in the context of child protection reporting?
Which of the following individuals is encouraged to report suspected child abuse or neglect?
What responsibility do individuals have when they suspect a child may be in need of protection?
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When is it mandatory for a person to report suspected child abuse or neglect?
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What must a person do if they have reasonable grounds to suspect a child is in need of protection?
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What is the implication of raising the age of protection to include youth up to 18 years old?
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Which statement best describes 'reasonable grounds' for reporting suspected child abuse?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the reporting of children aged 16 and 17?
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According to child protection guidelines, what is the role of a Child Protection Agent?
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Study Notes
Age of Protection
- In Ontario, the age of protection for youth has been raised to 18 years old.
- Children's Aid Societies now provide protection services to youth aged 16 and 17.
- Reporting concerns about youth aged 16 and 17 is encouraged but not mandatory.
Duty to Report
- Reasonable Grounds are required to report suspected child abuse or neglect.
- Reasonable Grounds are defined as a belief based on reliable information that would lead another person to hold the same belief.
- Professionals like teachers, healthcare workers, police, and lawyers are required to report when reasonable grounds exist.
- The Child, Youth and Family Services Act, Section 125, mandates reporting.
Child Protection
- The responsibility of protecting children is shared by all community members.
- If you suspect abuse or neglect, your duty is to report to a Children's Aid Society.
- Child Protection Agents investigate reports.
Duty to Report: Age of Protection
- In 2018, Ontario raised the age of protection to 18 years old.
- Children's Aid Societies can provide protection services to youth aged 16 and 17.
- Reporting concerns about 16 and 17-year-old youth is encouraged, but not mandatory.
Duty to Report: Discretion to Disclose
- Everyone has a responsibility to protect children.
- Reporting is mandatory when there are reasonable grounds to suspect abuse or neglect.
- Reasonable grounds means a belief supported by reliable information, which another person could also have based on the same information.
Duty to Report: Mandatory Reporting
- "Section 125 of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act" requires reporting to a Children's Aid Society when there are reasonable grounds to suspect a child is or may be in need of protection.
- Professionals like healthcare workers, teachers, child care staff, police, and lawyers are included in the mandatory reporting requirement.
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This quiz explores the age of protection for youth in Ontario, including recent legislative changes. It covers the duty to report suspected child abuse or neglect and the shared responsibility of the community in safeguarding children. Test your knowledge on the roles of professionals, the definition of reasonable grounds, and the reporting mandates outlined in the Child, Youth and Family Services Act.
