- Contact the KHCAS to apply to become a foster parent via telephone at 1-800-661-2843.
- Someone will contact you to answer any questions you may have and to complete the foster parent inquiry.
- Your consent will be requested to start a file for you in our provincial database.
- An application will be required including the following documents:
- A KHCAS records check consent is required for all persons over the age of 18 living in the prospective foster family home.
- Police background and child welfare checks for all adults living in your home to ensure no history of child abuse or neglect.
- Consent for five references to be contacted regarding your application to become a foster parent.
- Medical examination and reference from your doctor for everyone living in your home to ensure applicants are able to care for a child or youth.
- Consent to complete a driver abstract on all drivers in the home.
- Proof of ability to provide a safe, supportive, and secure living environment for children, including stable family income.
- A KHCAS records check is required for all persons over the age of 18 living in the prospective foster family home.
- A criminal record check is required for all those over the age of 18 living in the home.
- Five references must be provided by the applicant(s) to support the application to foster.
- Medical references must be provided by each applicant and followed up by a medical examination indicating the applicants are able to care for a child or youth.
- A KHCAS Resource Worker will be assigned to complete a “First at Home” visit prior to commencing the mandatory PRIDE training.
- Upon completion of the mandatory PRIDE training a SAFE home study will be completed.
To request more information, please complete the following form: