Sexual Abuse — What Happens When You Tell: A Guide for Children and Parents

Government of Canada

This booklet is designed to help children who have experienced sexual abuse. It outlines why a child should tell about the abuse and who should be told. It explains how family members might react and what social workers and police do when they are told about sexual abuse.

Last reviewed July 2026
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