WHAT IS CHILD ABUSE?

The term "child abuse" refers to the violence, mistreatment or neglect that a child or adolescent may experience while in the care of someone they either trust or depend on, such as a parent, sibling, other relative, caregiver or guardian. Abuse can occur just one time or happen repeatedly. It is also a misuse of power and a violation of trust.
Abuse can be Physical, Sexual, Emotional and Neglect

An abuser may use a number of different tactics to gain access to a child, exert power and control over them, and prevent them from telling anyone about the abuse or seeking support.

Criminal Code of Canada :

ü16 is the age of consent to sexual acts. (enacted May 1/08).

üChildren who are 12 and 13 years old may consent to sexual involvement that is mutual, if there is no more than 2 years age difference between them.  

üChildren under 12 can never legally consent to sexual acts.

üChildren who are 14 and 15 years old may consent to sexual involvement that is mutual, with a person who is a maximum of 5 years older, and not in a position of trust or authority.

üThe Code further tries to protect teens 16 &17 years of age from sexual exploitation by a person who is in a position of trust or authority (including child pornography offences).

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