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Government proposes legislation to protect children from sexual predators
Manitoba Government News Release--The Manitoba government has introduced two pieces of proposed legislation aimed at protecting children and families from sexual predators, whether it be online or in the community,...
Futures Forward and the GA present Youth on Campus experiences!
Good afternoon, We are very pleased to share with you an exciting education and career development opportunity for youth launching this spring! In partnership with the General Authority, the Futures Forward Youth on...
Happy International Women’s Day 2024
International Women's Day 2024 will be celebrated on March 8. Celebrate women's achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to drive gender parity. Visit the International Women's Day website for...
Facebook whistleblower calls Canada’s online harms bill ‘one of the best proposed today’
From CTV News--Frances Haugen, a former Facebook employee who blew the whistle(opens in a new tab) on the tech company by accusing it of prioritizing profit over public safety, says Canada's new online harms...
Online Harms Act aims to remove ‘harmful content,’ address hate
From Global News--The Liberal government has introduced their highly anticipated Online Harms Act, which proposes sweeping reforms focused on protecting children online, creating internet complaint mechanisms, and...
Teens warned about Tinder-style app
From CTV News--Canada’s tip line for reporting online sexual abuse of children is warning parents and caregivers about an app that has generated more reports than any other platform last year. According to...
Campaign to keep youths out of street gangs successful: officials
From the Winnipeg Free Press--A recent online campaign meant to keep Manitoba youths out of street gangs and help those who’ve already joined leave the life was a success, officials say. The initiative, spearheaded by...
‘Monumental’: Supreme Court rules Indigenous child welfare law is constitutional
From the Toronto Star—OTTAWA—The Supreme Court of Canada has upheld a law that gives Indigenous nations sole jurisdiction over the welfare of Indigenous children in a landmark challenge of federal legislation by...
RCMP warn parents of danger of children sharing sexual images, videos online
From the Winnipeg Sun--Manitoba RCMP marked Safer Internet Day on Tuesday by reminding parents and the public about the growing threat of children sharing sexual images or videos online. Self-Exploitation is generally...
VOICES Youth Contest: Win a trip to the PowerUp! Youth Symposium
Sponsored by Voices, Manitoba's Youth in Care Network. Submit your answer and you could win a trip to the Power Up! Youth Symposium in Toronto! See poster for details.