This week, The Canadian Council of Churches took a significant step in advocating for the well-being of Canada’s children and youth. The President of the Council, Rev. Amanda Currie, sent a formal letter to the Right Honourable Prime Minister Mark Carney, requesting the appointment of a Children’s Commissioner.
Developed by the Commission on Justice and Peace, Ending Sexual Exploitation Working Group, this letter was drafted with the purpose of establishing a dedicated leader focused on the protection of young people. This call to action is a direct response to the urgent and escalating risks facing children and youth today.
The rise in online sextortion cases and the luring of children and teens by predators has reached a critical point. The need for a unified voice and a high-level official to champion the safety and protection of these vulnerable members of our society is of vital importance.
We must collectively urge government officials to recognize this pressing issue and take decisive action. We firmly believe that a Children’s Commissioner would be an invaluable role, capable of bringing these concerns to the appropriate authorities and driving the legislative and regulatory changes necessary to safeguard our future generations.
Please join us by sending out the letter to your elected officials in your communities.