Some Words From Us
Welcome to Safe Places – Youth Certified… a City of Swift Current initiative designed to support quality programming while reducing potential risks to children and youth.
“The sooner we reach kids, the better chance we have of turning their life around and giving them a chance to follow their dreams.”
Announcements
Thanks to the Ministry of Education, all School staff, teachers and volunteers in our community can become Safe Places Youth Certified for free.
Deputy Premier and Education Minister Gordon Wyant and Respect Group recently made an announcement that all school staff, volunteers and teachers will have access to complete 'Respect in School' training [...]
Safe Places receives $8000 from MNP Broncos Alumni Golf Classic
Safe Places would like to thank all of the participants, organizers, volunteers and sponsors who contribute to the MNP Broncos Alumni Golf Classic. The funding we have received over [...]
Why Safe Places
1 in 3
1 in 3 Canadians report experiencing some form of child abuse
Truth
96% of children who report sexual abuse are telling the truth
From Teachers
89% of teachers said bullying and violence are serious problems in our public schools.
Prevention
Over 80% of the time, bullying happens with peers around.
Awareness
At least 1 in 3 adolescent students in Canada have reported being bullied recently.