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November: An Essential Month to Talk About Runaway Prevention with Your Teen
Every November in Quebec, the spotlight turns to a reality that keeps many parents up at night : teenage runaways. As a parent of a teen, it’s easy to think it only happens to...
What to do if Your Child Runs Away: Key Steps for a Quick Response
The runaway of a child is a situation every parent dreads, but it’s important to know how to react if it happens. The first few hours are often crucial for safely finding your child. This article will guide you through the steps to follow to maximize your chances of...
Preventing Runaways: Creating an Open Dialogue with Your Children
Communication is one of the most powerful tools parents have to prevent their child from running away. However, it’s not always easy to create an environment where youth feel confident enough to talk about their problems or emotions. In this article, we’ll provide...
Why Do Teens Run Away: Understanding the Causes and Preventing Risks
A teenager running away is a major source of concern for parents. When a teen leaves home, they put themselves in a potentially dangerous situation, often in search of a temporary solution to much deeper problems. Why do teens decide to run away from home? By...
Teens and Runaways: How to Identify the Warning Signs
Every year, thousands of youth decide to leave their homes without warning. These departures can often be prevented if the warning signs are spotted in time. This article will help you identify these signs and respond quickly to prevent a runaway. Why It’s...
Travelling unaccompanied: Safety Tips
Throughout the year, many children travel unaccompanied by bus, train, or plane to visit a parent, grandparents, or other family members. Appropriate planning with transport companies is the best way to prevent bad experiences and ensure your child's safety throughout...
Understanding the Criteria for Activating an AMBER Alert in Quebec
At the Missing Children’s Network, we understand the anxiety and concern felt by families and the community when a child goes missing. Reactions are often strong, and expectations high regarding the activation of an AMBER Alert. However, it is crucial to understand...
Teen Personal Safety: A How-to Guide
Adolescence is a time of discovery and challenges, but it also comes with responsibilities. We believe, it's crucial that your teenager understands aspects related to their well-being and safety and to remind them that although they’re getting older, they are not...
Our Teens Safe and in Love
Adolescence is a particularly tumultuous period during which young individuals begin to explore romantic relationships with considerable significance. These experiences play a crucial role in their development, influencing aspects such as identity, understanding...