 | - Live in a caring, secure and nurturing environment where you are properly fed, clothed and looked after
- Be told what is in your plan of care
- Be consulted and to express your views, according to your abilities, about important decisions that affect you
- Reasonable privacy and to have your own personal belongings
- Not be punished physically or in any other abusive way
- Be told how your caregivers expect you to behave, and what will happen if you do not meet their expectations
- Receive medical and dental care when you need it
- Take part in social and recreational activities if they are available in the community, and suited to your interest and abilities
- Receive religious instruction and to take part in the religious activities of your choice
- Receive guidance and encouragement to maintain your cultural heritage
- An interpreter if language or disability keeps you from getting involved in plans for your care or custody
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|  | - Talk privately with members of your family unless a court order restricts your right to have contact with someone
- Privacy during discussions with a lawyer, the Ombudsman, a member of British Columbia's Legislative Assembly (MLA) or a Member of Parliament (MP)
- Be informed about the Office of the Representative for Children and Youth and to have someone help you get in touch with them
- Be told about your rights under the Child, Family and Community Service Act, and how to enforce them
If you are 12 years old or older, you also have the right to: - Know that a decision is being made about youin court, so you can be there when it happens
- Ask to have your case reviewed or say you disagree with your placement
- Be part of planning for your care
Children and youth also have other rights in some situations. If you have any questions about your rights, call the RepLine at 1-800-476-3933 from anywhere in B.C. to talk to someone at the Rep's office.
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