March 3/20 was a big day! Big Bear CYAC officially launches Phase 1 of a CYAC practise in our community…
Tara EttingerMarch 5, 2020
BIG BEAR CHILD & YOUTH ADVOCACY CENTRE
Multi-disciplinary Team working together to collaborate our response to child/youth maltreatment investigations and making children & youth our top priority.
BIG BEAR CHILD & YOUTH ADVOCACY CENTRE
A Better Outcome for Everyone.
Multi-disciplinary Team working together to collaborate our response to child/youth maltreatment investigations and making children & youth our top priority.
WE ARE PRACTICING SOCIAL DISTANCING PROTOCOL WHILE WE CONTINUE TO
SUPPORT CHILDREN, YOUTH and FAMILIES IMPACTED BY CHILD ABUSE DURING
COVID 19
If you or you suspect that someone who is under the age of 19 is being harmed:
- If in immediate danger call 9-1-1.
- Children & Youth Hotline 250-310-1234
- If the child/youth is not in immediate danger but you have reason to believe the occurrence of abuse or neglect, call the Ministry for Children and Family Development: 1-800-663-9122, toll-free (24 hours a day).
- Connect with Big Bear CYAC if you would like to consult about reporting – (250) 571-9995
Minister of Citizens’ Services and responsible for Multiculturalism launched a website where you can find all government information on COVID-19 that is made available in eight languages. This includes: Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Punjabi, French, Farsi, Arabic, Tagalog, and Korean. Click Here
Big Bear Child & Youth Advocacy Centre.
(Kamloops and Region)
Children and youth who have experienced maltreatment undergo a challenging involvement with the criminal justice system; in many cases, this involvement is extremely traumatic for the child/youth and their families. Big Bear CYAC is being developed to address these challenges by coordinating the response in child maltreatment investigations and linking children/youth and their families with healing and support services that will fit with their needs and cultural well being.
BIG BEAR CYAC’S MISSION
As we continue to develop the Child & Youth Advocacy Centre we are guided by:
• Our Vision – To have a community where all children & youth are respected and heard and maltreatment is not tolerated.
• Our Mission – To provide a collaborative response to child maltreatment through advocacy, intervention and continued support in a child-friendly environment.
The photos with Big Bear were kindly provided by two wonderful youth in Kamloops: Miranda Hrycewich and Ericka Campbell
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Support & Services
If you or you suspect that someone who is under the age of 19 is being harmed:
Child Abuse is Wrong: What Can I Do?
- If in immediate danger call 9-1-1.
- Children & Youth Hotline 250-310-1234
- If the child/youth is not in immediate danger but you have reason to believe the occurrence of abuse or neglect – call the Ministry for Children and Family Development: 1-800-663-9122, toll-free (24 hours a day).
Having the courage to speak up is not always easy. Reporting abuse on a minor is both a moral and legal responsibility.
As a community, let’s protect each other—especially those who cannot protect themselves. Saying something is always the right decision.
More information on child abuse and support on reporting child abuse and neglect feel free to connect with Big Bear CYAC or go to:
(*Click each to go to their website)
What is a Child & Youth Advocacy Centre?
Children and youth who have experienced maltreatment undergo a challenging involvement with the criminal justice system; in many cases, this involvement is extremely traumatic for the child/youth and their families. Child Advocacy Centres/Child & Youth Advocacy Centres (CACs/CYACs) address these challenges by providing a coordinated and collaborative approach to support children, youth and their families during investigations of child maltreatment.
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What is a Child & Youth Advocacy Centre?
Children and youth who have experienced maltreatment undergo a challenging involvement with the criminal justice system; in many cases, this involvement is extremely traumatic for the child/youth and their families. Child Advocacy Centres/Child & Youth Advocacy Centres (CACs/CYACs) address these challenges by providing a coordinated and collaborative approach to support children, youth and their families during investigations of child maltreatment.
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News & Community Events.
We're closely connected with the Kamloops community and always have news to share. Learn more about community activities, as well as organizational news and developments, by clicking the links below.
Beautifully knitted slippers for Children and Youth by Em Hammer. Read full article about Em Hammer
Tara EttingerMarch 5, 2020
Big Bear CYAC is so fortunate to be developing in such a wonderful City - thank you everyone for your…
Tara EttingerJanuary 9, 2020
Advocating Groups forming Coalition for Youth - KTW Article https://www.kamloopsthisweek.com/news/advocacy-groups-forming-coalition-for-youth-1.23999544
Tara EttingerNovember 10, 2019
Slippers for children and youth that visit Big Bear made by wonderful seniors from Pine Grove! (Click to read details) https://www.kamloopsthisweek.com/community/knitting-for-youth-in-need-1.23987493
Tara EttingerNovember 6, 2019
WOULD YOU LIKE AN INVITATION TO BIG BEAR'S FUNDRAISING LAUNCH EVENT? Learn more about the development of…
Tara EttingerOctober 15, 2019
On November 17th - 2nd annual Bright Lights For Our Children & Youth event and fundraiser for Big Bear Child…
Tara EttingerOctober 15, 2019
Big Bear CYAC in Kamloops This Week's - 25th Progress Kamloops Transformed Check out ad in link Big Bear Child…
Tara EttingerSeptember 27, 2019
Profiled in Kamloops This Week - 25th Progress Report Kamloops Transformed Click below to see write up Big Bear Child…
Tara EttingerSeptember 27, 2019
Butterfly Room Emerges at R.I.H Since 2017, the Butterfly Room at Royal Inland Hospital has been providing safe space and…
Tara EttingerSeptember 26, 2019
This was the 1st annual Bright Lights For Our Children & Youth event (Nov 22/18). * KTW ad click below…
Big Bear CYACSeptember 12, 2019
Pictured above are: Tracy Scott (Interior Health), Tara Ettinger (Big Bear Project Coordinator), Dr. Denise Chapple (Suspected Child Abuse and…
Big Bear CYACSeptember 12, 2019
We would like to acknowledge and thank: City of Kamloops Social Planning Grant and venue, Nicole McCurdy (TRU 4th yr. Nursing Student)…
Big Bear CYACMarch 27, 2019