FACTS

• Child abuse and neglect occur across all communities and socioeconomic groups.
• Educators are among the most common reporters of suspected abuse.
• Behavioural changes are often the first visible sign of harm.
• Early reporting increases safety and access to support services.
• Failure to report can place children at continued risk.

STATS

• • Child protection agencies receive hundreds of thousands of reports annually in Canada and the U.S.
  • A significant percentage of confirmed cases are identified by educators and childcare workers.
  • Neglect is the most commonly substantiated form of child maltreatment.
  • Early intervention reduces long-term health, emotional, and developmental impacts.
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