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===Helpline for Children===
===Helpline for Children===


The Helpline for Children is '''310-1234''', free from anywhere in BC. A child or youth can call the Helpline for Children if they are being abused or mistreated at home, at school, in the playground, or anywhere else.
The Helpline for Children is '''310-1234''', free from anywhere in BC. A child or <span class="noglossary">youth</span> can call the Helpline for Children if they are being abused or mistreated at home, at school, in the playground, or anywhere else.


If you know a family where a child or youth is being hurt, or if you are afraid you may hurt a child, call the Helpline. Your call is confidential.   
If you know a family where a child or <span class="noglossary">youth</span> is being hurt, or if you are afraid you may hurt a child, call the Helpline. Your call is confidential.   


===Youth against Violence Line ===
===<span class="noglossary">Youth</span> against Violence Line ===


The Youth Against Violence Line is '''1-800-680-4264''', free from anywhere in BC. It is a province-wide service that provides 24/7 confidential help to young people who are affected by youth violence or crime.  
The <span class="noglossary">Youth</span> Against Violence Line is '''1-800-680-4264''', free from anywhere in BC. It is a province-wide service that provides 24/7 confidential help to young people who are affected by <span class="noglossary">youth</span> violence or crime.  


Youth who are worried about their safety, or who want to report a crime without giving their name, can call this line too.
<span class="noglossary">Youth</span> who are worried about their safety, or who want to report a crime without giving their name, can call this line too.


Parents and members of the community can also call this line for help and information.
Parents and members of the community can also call this line for help and information.
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