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You can protect your child right now
By making this call, you're being a protective parent — and that takes real courage. You don't need proof. Your call is confidential. Child protection's goal is to keep families together safely. You won't be in trouble for reporting.
Call Child Protection (daytime)or call After hours line: 1-866-922-2434If a child is in immediate danger, call 911 first. The person who caused the harm is responsible — not you.
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Before you call child protection
You don't need all of this — any information helps.
- ☐What your child told you (write down their exact words)
- ☐When the abuse happened (approximate dates)
- ☐Who you believe is responsible
- ☐Any injuries you've noticed
- ☐Your child's school and doctor information
- ☐Your name and contact (you can report anonymously, but it helps if they can follow up)
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