We would like to hear from family members in #NovaScotia who have been touched by #humantrafficking to gather information about the experiences of families, the services and supports that they have accessed, and the ones that were missing. forms.office.com/r/USydbL6zEQ

We’re excited to be launching a new colouring book resource for kids and families, in memory of beloved Accredited Facility Dog, Dorado. More details coming Thursday!

WATCH: A Halifax-based youth advocacy centre is launching a free colouring book to help kids better understand emotions and how to deal with them. SeaStar CYAC. globalnews.ca/halifax/videos/

Register now! Our next workshop series starts Nov 17. These FREE workshops offer info for caregivers on supporting a child who may have experienced trauma. Delivered virtually as a 4-week series. More details, dates, and link to register at: seastarcyac.ca/services/works…

Adults have a responsibility to keep kids safe and protected. Here are 9 excellent ways to put that responsibility into action. In Nova Scotia, anyone that suspects abuse has a duty to report it to your local @NS_DCS Child Protection Office or after-hours line: 1-866-922-2434.

Did you know? Our website has information about how to respond if a child discloses abuse, where to find local supports in Nova Scotia, information for caregivers, online learning resources for professionals, and more. Check out the RESOURCES menu at seastarcyac.ca

There's still time to register! Our next workshop series starts next week, offering info for caregivers on supporting a child who may have experienced trauma. Wednesday evenings x 4 weeks. More details, dates, and link to register at: seastarcyac.ca/services/works…

Tomorrow is #NationalChildDay, a day to celebrate and recognize the rights of children and the role that we all have in ensuring that children's rights are supported and protected. #8MillionStrong

EVERY child has rights - the right to be safe, to be free from abuse, to be heard. Today we're celebrating #NationalChildDay, a recognition of Canada's commitment to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Learn more: unicef.ca/en/policy-advo…

Wishing you a happy and restful holiday season, from all of us at SeaStar.

Check out upcoming free programs on parenting, wellness, and more from the Community Health Teams in partnership with @IWKHealth! More info at CommunityHealthTeams.ca

Protective caregivers can be at a loss about what to do and how to help their child after sexual abuse has been uncovered. We have resources to help navigate the recovery process and pick up the pieces. ow.ly/zSmJ50HhFNa

Excellent new resource by TESSNovaScotia on responding to trafficking in Nova Scotia - info for parents and educators, local supports, best practices, and more. Check out their website at tessns.ca

Our Dorado colouring book is now available in French! The book helps kids understand emotions and the different ways that our brains and bodies respond, with ideas for fun mindfulness strategies. French version available for download here: seastarcyac.ca/resources/colo

We're excited about a great partnership with DalMed's Service Learning Program! MD candidate Qëndresa Sahiti is blending art & science in her medical education with a project aimed at helping reduce anxiety for children & youth who visit SeaStar.

When kids and youth visit SeaStar, we want them to feel comfortable and supported. We’ve created a new 360 Virtual Tour, so that kids and families can look around and explore our space before they visit. Find this, and more new resources, at our website: SeaStarCYAC.ca/services/Visit…

What's it like to visit SeaStar? Our new animated video helps kids to understand who they will meet and what may happen during their visit. Having an idea of what to expect can help kids to feel comfortable and supported. Find the video, and more info at: seastarcyac.ca/services/Visit…

Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season! From all of us at SeaStar Child and Youth Advocacy Centre.

We're so grateful to Justice Canada for this investment of funding to support SeaStar's work in providing trauma-informed, wrap around services for children, youth, and families.