Newfoundland and Labrador urgently needs more foster families to support children and youth who cannot safely remain at home. With more than 900 children and youth currently in care across the province, there is a critical need for compassionate individuals and families to step forward and provide safe, stable and supportive homes.

Today, the Honourable Joedy Wall, Minister of Social Supports and Well-Being, announced the launch of Foster a Future, a province-wide campaign designed to raise awareness of fostering and encourage more residents to consider becoming foster parents.

Foster families make a meaningful difference by helping children and youth through difficult times while keeping them connected to their communities, cultures and support networks.

Through the Foster a Future campaign, the Provincial Government is making it easier for residents to learn about fostering and take the next step. A new website offers clear information on eligibility, the application process and the full range of supports available to foster families.

People from many different backgrounds and life experiences can become foster parents. Individuals may be single, married or in a common-law relationship, and may be homeowners, renters, employed, retired or stay-at-home parents.

Training, resources and ongoing support are available to foster families throughout their fostering journey.

All the information is available at the Foster a Future website or by calling toll-free 1-855-683-8111.

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“Foster parents make an extraordinary difference through everyday acts of care, kindness and support. Whether it is helping with homework, cheering from the sidelines or simply being a steady presence, those moments matter and little things make a big difference. I hope more people will take the time to learn about fostering and consider how they might help shape a brighter future for a child or youth.”
Honourable Joedy Wall
Minister of Social Supports and Well-Being

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Learn more
Foster a Future Website