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Public safety
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Connecting more youth to First Nations-led care
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
New Seabird Island program offers healing, hope, support for young adults
If you are a child or youth and you or someone you know is unsafe or being abused, call the Helpline for Children at 1-877-631-8282 at any time. The call is free and you do not have to give your name.