In 2005, the Province of Nova Scotia established the Nunn Commission to conduct a public inquiry, prepare a report, and make recommendations relating to the tragic death of Theresa McEvoy. Broader social issues were also of interest to the inquiry.
All 34 recommendations of the Nunn Commission were accepted, including three specific to the development and implementation of a Child and Youth Strategy
Launched in 2007, the Child and Youth Strategy is now in its second year. It focuses on coordinating resources to fill service gaps between five key government departments: Health, Community Services, Justice, Education, and Health Promotion and Protection.
The Child and Youth Strategy sets out a comprehensive plan and vision to ensure children and youth are healthy, safe, nurtured, and responsible – and given the right opportunities to be the best they can be. It is not just about more programs and services, but about improved access and coordination of existing services into more sustainable and effective supports for children, youth, and families.
Read the progress reports