Child and Youth Services — Public Guardian and Trustee of BC

Child and Youth Services — Public Guardian and Trustee of BC: Fees apply, by phone.

Categories: Legal, Youth

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Quick Facts

Who it's for
Youth,Family
How to access
Phone
Location
Kelowna
Cost
Fees apply
Delivery
Virtual / online (no physical location to visit)
Information last updated
October 7, 2026

The Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT) works on behalf of and with children and youth to protect their legal and financial interests. ▸ Trust services: the PGT manages money and other assets held in trust for children and youth under 19. For example, when a child is named in a will with no trustee, a court order or trust agreement names the PGT, or money is paid as compensation for an injury. ▸ Property guardian services: for children and youth in the permanent care of the Province. ▸ Educational assistance fund: financial aid for people who were in the care of the Province as children. ▸ Trust and guardian questions: 604-775-3480, CYS@trustee.bc.ca ▸ Legal services for people under 19: 604-660-3040, CYSLegal@trustee.bc.ca ▸ Fax: 604-775-2429 ▸ Fees: PGT service fees are set out in BC law. See the fees for children and youth services on the PGT website.

Contact Information

Address
Phone service - Province-wide
Phone
604-775-3480
Email
CYS@trustee.bc.ca
Website
https://www.trustee.bc.ca/children-youth
Hours
Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Cost
Fees apply
Access
Phone
Service Area
Anywhere in BC

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