Youth

Keeping Kids Safe: Understanding Youth Violence & Bear Spray Risks

Parents and caregivers are invited to attend an important community presentation focused on youth safety. These sessions will provide valuable information about youth violence trends and the growing risks associated with the misuse of bear spray.

Participants will learn about:

  • Current youth violence trends in our community
  • The risks and realities of bear spray misuse
  • Legal and safety consequences for youth
  • Warning signs parents and caregivers should watch for
  • How to talk to children about conflict and personal safety
  • Practical strategies to help prevent youth violence
  • Local supports and resources available to families

This session is designed to inform, empower, and support parents and caregivers in helping keep children and youth safe.

In-Person Session

Tuesday, April 14

5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Central Library, 55 York Blvd, Hamilton

 

Thursday, April 16

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Valley Park Library, 970 Paramount Drive, Stoney Creek

 

Tuesday, April 21

5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Les Chater Family YMCA, 356 Rymal Road, Hamilton

Virtual Session

Tuesday, May 12 at 5:30 p.m.


Platform details will be provided upon registration.

Register at [email protected]

The virtual session will include breakout rooms in:

  • Arabic
  • Urdu
  • French

Parents and caregivers of children and youth of all ages are encouraged to attend.

Together, we can build safer schools, safer neighbourhoods, and stronger families.

For more information email [email protected]

Resources

  • English - Poster
  • Arabic (Coming soon)
  • French (Coming soon)
  • Urdu (Coming soon)