Safe School Coordinators – Deputy Minister's Bulletin

Register for erase Series – Nihilistic Violent Extremism: Protecting Children & Youth from Evolving Online Threats

As part of their erase Organized Crime and Exploitation Prevention Information Series, the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General is hosting its 16th presentation on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 10:30 am-12 pm PT. Registration for this session is now open. The RCMP National Security Program will present on evolving online threats targeting children and youth. The presentation will highlight …

February 13, 2026 – Special DM Update

We are pausing our regular Deputy Minister’s Bulletin this week toacknowledge the tragic loss of life that occurred in the Tumbler Ridge community on February 10. The impact of this profoundly heartbreaking loss has been felt across the province and the world. Yesterday was proclaimed a Day of Mourning and in lieu of the …

erase Community of Practice – January 26, 2026 – Non-Consensual Intimate Image Sharing and Protections

Safer Schools Together and the Ministry of Education and Child Care are hosting a Community of Practice session on Monday, January 26, 2026, from 3–4:30pm PST. Guest speakers from the Ministry of Attorney General will discuss outcomes from the recent Youth Insights into Intimate Images Protection Project including feedback from youth surveys and in-person engagement. …

Crisis Supports During Winter Break

While the holiday season is a time for celebration, it can also be a time of year when people may feel lonely, stressed or triggered. Crisis supports and resources are available online, over the phone, and in person for youth and adults. Learn about mental health and substance use supports available during the holiday season …

erase Community of Practice – December 8, 2025 – Legal Considerations around Privacy and Information Sharing

Safer Schools Together and the Ministry of Education and Child Care are hosting a Community of Practice session on Monday December 8, 2025, from 3:30 to 5:00 pm PST. Guest speaker Suzanne Kennedy (Harris & Co. LLP) will speak to what school safety teams need to know about privacy and information sharing, including documentation, device …

Reminder: Annual Safe School Coordinator Meeting – October 27 and 28, 2025

The 2025 Safe School Coordinator Meeting will take place October 27 and 28 at the Surrey Schools Resource & Education Centre (14123 – 92 Ave, Surrey). This annual meeting brings together new and experienced Safe School Coordinators, student safety team members, subject matter experts, and community partners to build capacity and connections, share best practices, …

Reminder: Annual Safe School Coordinator Meeting – October 27 and 28, 2025

The 2025 Safe School Coordinator Meeting will take place October 27 and 28 at the Surrey Schools Resource & Education Centre (14123 – 92 Ave, Surrey). This annual meeting brings together new and experienced Safe School Coordinators, student safety team members, subject matter experts, and community partners to build capacity and connections, share best practices, …

Public Safety Canada Alert – Fake Online Program

Public Safety Canada has issued a warning about a fake online program impersonating a service for preventing and countering violent extremism. The ‘Intrusion’ program was launched in late July 2025 and includes a website and Telegram channel. The program is targeting victims and followers of nihilistic, violent extremism, and there is risk that highly …

erase Organized Crime and Exploitation Prevention Information Series – Small Department – Big Impact: Working Together with Local Police

As part of their eraseOrganized Crime and Exploitation Prevention Information Series, the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General (PSSG) is hosting a presentation on Wednesday October 1, 2025, 10:30 am–12:00 pm PDT focusing on the big impact that a small police service can have on youth and community partners, including schools. Themes include how to approach conversations …

Substance Use Prevention Series

In collaboration with Open Parachute, the Ministry of Education and Child Care has developed the Substance Use Prevention Series to equip parents, caregivers and guardians with practical tools and strategies for supporting substance use prevention in the home. This three-part webinars series, accompanied by a dedicated Q&A section, translates key concepts into everyday scenarios – …