The Manitoba government is extending support and services for those aging out of the Child and Family Services system during COVID-19.
The province said Wednesday it will continue to support all youth currently in care who turn 18 between March 20 and Sept. 30. “This pandemic is creating uncertainty for all Manitobans, including many youth in our child welfare system,” said Families Minister Heather Stefanson in a release. “Our government will ensure young people who would otherwise age out of CFS care have access to continued financial and other support when they turn 18, giving them a greater chance of independence and success beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.