Child Abuse Prevention-Month highlights changing risks for youth

For many families, preventing child abuse starts with building strong, trusting relationships with their children. While recognizing warning signs and educating children are important, getting support early can also help prevent situations from reaching a crisis.

During Child Abuse Prevention Month, Aurora Sexual Assault Centre CEO Kristine Cassie explains what families and caregivers can do to build safer environments for children and what signs they should be watching for.

According to Statistics Canada, there were more than 25-thousand 900 child and youth victims of family violence in 2024, representing a rate of 345 victims per 100-thousand people aged 17 and younger.