Family Services

The new Department of Family Services website is coming soon.

In the meantime, please use the following links for more information on our programs and services:

Child and Family Services
Child Protection
Family Violence
Foster Care
Adoption
Income Assistance
Poverty Reduction
FANS - Financial Assistance for Nunavut Students
ALTS - Adult Learning and Training Supports

Our mission, vision and values

Mission and Vision

We are a new department that brings together programs and services that support families. We are in the process of developing a new mission and vision statement that will define who we are and what we do in accordance with our core values.

Values

We believe in respecting others, nurturing relationships and caring for people.
We believe that the wellbeing of Nunavut depends on the wellbeing of each of its physical, social, economic, and cultural communities.
We believe that ready access to the government and its programs is essential to good government that is inclusive and welcomes the participation of citizens in planning the future.
We believe that as communities, and as a government, we are connected and reliant on each other to care for those in need.
We believe that it is only by developing a culture of lifelong learning that Nunavummiut can achieve their full potential.

Latest News

15 October 2018

October brings National Disability Employment Awareness

National Disability Employment Awareness Month aims to reduce barriers and to help individuals...

19 September 2018

Call for Foster Parents in Iqaluit

Would you like to make a difference in the life of a child or youth?

06 September 2018

Nunavut Employers Grant

The Department of Family Services is accepting applications for the Nunavut Employers Grant, for...

02 August 2018

Call for proposals – Women’s empowerment initiatives

The Department of Family Services is accepting applications for community-based projects that...

30 July 2018

Call for proposals – Men and Boy’s initiatives

The Department of Family Services is accepting applications for community-based projects that...

20 July 2018

Call for members - Nunavut Apprenticeship, Trade & Occupations Certification Board

Would you like to help guide the future of trades in Nunavut?

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FAQ

Children & Family Services

Foster Parenting What is the role of a foster parent? Foster parents (foster families) provide a nurturing environment for a child that is unable to remain in their family home.

Fact Sheet

Fact Sheet Burial Coverage In certain, specific circumstances, the Government of Nunavut is responsible for burials. Who is covered? Individuals under the care of the Department of

Income Assistance

What is a Productive Choice? A Productive Choice is the name given to any activity that will benefit the community or develop your skills to be as independent as possible. Productive Choices can