Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development – Gov. of NL 

Address: Confederation Building – West Block, 2^nd Floor, PO Box 8700, St. John’s, NL A1B 4J6 

Mandate:

The Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development supports individuals, families and communities in Newfoundland and Labrador in achieving improved health and social well-being and reduced poverty; and ensures the protection of children, youth and adults from abuse or neglect. The department promotes the values of inclusion, diversity, and healthy active living and leads the development of policies, programs and partnerships to improve services and the overall social development of the province. 

Target Population:

Individuals, families and communities in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Highlights of Programs/Services Offered:

The Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development is responsible for the provision and development of programs, policies, standards and services primarily related to the following: 

• Child Protection and In-care (Children and Youth Care and Protection Act) 
• Adult Protection (An Act Respecting the Protection of Adults) 
• Community Youth Corrections (Youth Criminal Justice Act, and Young Persons Offences Act) 
• In Care and Adoption
• Income Support
• Social and Economic Well-being
• Seniors and Aging 
• Poverty Reduction (Poverty Reduction Strategy) 
• Inclusion Strategy Action Plan 
• Disability Policy 
• Support During Disasters
• Grants