parents

If you, or someone you know is in immediate danger or risk, call 9-1-1 or your local police.

As parents, it is important to remember that sexual exploitation is a complex social issue, and that while it can be distressing for you as a parent or guardian, there are resources available to assist you.

dealing with issues of sexual exploitation, a guide for parents

This manual compiled by the McCreary Centre Society, in partnership with Children of the Street Society and NOW Canada Society, provides an overview of how you, as a parent can help deal with your child’s exploitation.

The resource manual is available in English, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Punjabi and Vietnamese and is available for download in PDF Form.

English PDF
Simplified Chinese PDF
Traditional Chinese PDF
Punjabi PDF
Vietnamese PDF
 
Canadian Centre for Child Protection
The Canadian Centre for Child Protection is a charitable organization dedicated to the personal safety of all children. Delivers public programs and services to reduce child victimization.
  
Cybertip
Cybertip is Canada's national tipline for reporting the online sexual exploitation of children and youth. Reports can be made online or by calling 1 866 658.9022.
 
PLEA Community Services Society of BC - Onyx Program
www.plea.ca and www.asaferspace.com The PLEA Onyx Program provides support services to male, female and transgendered youth that are 18 years of age and under, and have been identified as sexually exploited. Referrals can be made by youth, parents, service providers or anyone. Phone 604.708.2647 or 1 877 411.7532.
 
VictimLINK
VictimLINK is a province wide telephone help line for victims of any crime. Calls are taken by Victim Service Workers, 24 hours 7 days a week. Service is available in over 100 languages. 1 800 563.0808 or TTY 604.875.0885 (collect calls accepted). Text 604.836.6381.

parent / family support  

If you are a parent or guardian seeking support for a sexually exploited youth, Children of the Street Society can assist in providing additional information, resources, and connections to local and provincial services. Contact Children of the Street Society at 604.777.7510 or 1 877 551.6611 or email dsowden@childrenofthestreet.com.