APPLICATION FOR ADOPTION SERVICES Stepparent, Private Direct Placement, and Relative Adoptions

Abide Adoption and Family Services

Supporting Families with Compassion, Professionalism, and Care

At Abide Adoption and Family Services, we are dedicated to providing friendly, professional services with a reliable customer experience and a personal touch.

Legal Framework:
The legal foundation for adoptions in Alberta is set out in the Child, Youth & Family Enhancement Act and the Family Law Act. These Acts outline who is considered a guardian and who must provide legal consent for an adoption.

-If a child is 12 years of age or older, they are required to provide their own consent.
-Home Assessment Reports (HARs) are generally not required for this type of adoption; however, a Judge may order one at their discretion.
-In the case of a private direct placement, the birth parents have the right to request a HAR, which must be completed before the adoption application is submitted to the Court.
-Birth parents also have the right to request to view your criminal record check.

Consent and Revocation
All birth parents or legal guardians have 10 days to revoke their consent after signing the Consent by a Guardian for Adoption.
If consent is revoked, please contact Abide Adoption and Family Services immediately so we can guide you through the next steps.

Our Role in Your Adoption Process
We are here to reduce the stress often associated with adoption paperwork and court procedures. Our team will:

-Prepare and complete your adoption application
-Draft the necessary affidavits
-File your adoption application with the Court of King’s Bench on your behalf
-Once your application is accepted and assigned a file number, we will serve Children & Family Services (CFS) with a copy of the adoption application — this is required in all adoptions.

If needed, we can also assist in serving the biological parents upon your request.

Additional Information
Tax Benefits: Adoption-related expenses are income tax deductible in the year your adoption is finalized.
Parental/Adoption Leave Benefits: Adoptive parents may be eligible for benefits through Service Canada:
Service Canada – Maternity and Parental Benefits
Translations: Any documents not in English must be translated by an official translator, as the Court will only accept documents in English.

Documentation Reminder
Please note that it is your responsibility to provide all necessary documentation to Abide Adoption and Family Services as soon as possible. This ensures we can proceed with your adoption in a timely and efficient manner.
Welcome to ABIDE!

We are excited to begin our partnership with you. To ensure we have the information we need to best serve you, please take a few moments to fill out the form below by providing information regarding the adopting person, your spouse/partner and the child.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at any time.

Thank you!
Contact Information
Adopting Person's Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Job Title & Place of Employment
Birthdate (mm/dd/yyy)

MonthDayYear
Date
Birthplace (City/Prov)
Partner/Spouse's Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Job Title & Place of Employment
Birthdate (mm/dd/yyy)

MonthDayYear
Date
Birthplace (City/Prov)
E-mail
Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
PREFERRED CONTACT METHOD

TelehoneE-mail
Marital Status

SingleMarriedDivorcedSeparatedCommonLaw
Biological / Birth Parents Information
Biological Mother / Guardian

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Phone Number (if different than above)

Area CodePhone Number
Biological Father / Guardian

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
E-mail
Phone Number (if different than above)

Area CodePhone Number
Court Documents
Are there any Court Orders re: custody etc?

YesNo
If yes, please provide additional information.
The Child's Information
Name at Birth

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Child's Date of Birth (m/dd/yy)

MonthDayYear
Date
Child's Place of Birth
Child's Change of Name with Adoption
Additional Information
Please state the names and dates of birth of any children living in the home:
Referred to Small Miracles Adoption By:
Documents Required
Upon receipt of all required documents, you will be contacted to meet with us in person.

Marriage certificate (original or certified copy; professional translation req'd if not in English)Divorce Document (original/certified copy)Death Certificate (original/certified copy)Certified copy of permanent resident card/citizenshipCertified Copy of Registration of Live Birth of Child (if born in Alberta) otherwise original birth certificatePhotocopy of everyone's birth certificate and certified copy of change of name certificateCriminal Record Check of Person AdoptingChild Intervention Record Check of person adoptingStatement to the Court of King's Bench by each person adopting (see below for instructions)Signed Contract (below)Application $1000Court File Compilation/Vital Stats docs/affidavit information $1000Complete adoption application package final preparation $1000Court Filing Fee $300 (no GST)Total costs approximately $3400 with GST
STATEMENT TO THE COURTS: The person adopting is to write a heart-felt letter addressed to the Courts, "To the Justice of the Court of King's Bench". The letter should describe your relationship with the child, activities, parenting, and general bonding. The letter is to be signed with printed name under signature. This must accompany the court package.
CONTRACT:

I understand in making this application that:

1) I am entering into an agreement to have Abide Adoption and Family Services to assist us to prepare and file the court documents for this adoption.

2) I agree to pay all fees and disbursements (if any) following the completion of the work and before the adoption is finalized.

3) I understand that interest fees will apply to any outstanding amount.

4) I understand that the final paperwork will not be sent to Court if there is an outstanding balance.

5) I understand that the fees are non-refundable once the process commences.

6) By entering in my information below, I am agreeing to the above terms.
Adopting Person's Name

First NameLast Name
Date Completed

MonthDayYear
Second Adopting Person's Name (if applicable)

First NameLast Name
Date Completed

MonthDayYear
I am ready to submit this form.*

Yes,submit this form.
Thank You From Abide Adoption and Family Services!
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