They don't always make good choices when they post something to a site, and this can lead to problems.
So it's important to talk with your kids about how to use social media wisely.

Here are some resources we hope you find useful:

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Social media is a vital aspect of teenagers’ and children’s social and creative lives. They use social media to have fun, make and maintain friendships, share interests, explore identities and develop relationships with family. It’s an extension of their offline and face-to-face interactions. https://raisingchildren.net.au/teens/entertainment-technology/digital-li...

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Helping kids stay safe while online is something many parents are concerned about. Yet, as a parent, it can be difficult to stay up to date with new technology and how to best protect your kids. ProtectKidsOnline.ca is here to help parents/guardians stay on top of the digital world their children are engaging in. https://protectkidsonline.ca/app/en/

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There are plenty of good things about social media — but also many risks and things kids and teens should avoid. They don't always make good choices when they post something to a site, and this can lead to problems. So it's important to talk with your kids about how to use social media wisely. https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/social-media-smarts.html

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Zoe and Molly are all about online gaming. Their favourite games are Blocker and House Pets. Sometimes weird stuff happens when they’re online and they don’t always know what to do. Join Zoe and Molly as they build epic castles and collect cats while learning about how to play safely online. http://www.zoeandmolly.ca/app/en

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NeedHelpNow.ca helps teens stop the spread of sexual pictures or videos and provides support along the way. If you or someone you know has been negatively impacted by a self/peer exploitation incident, we are here to help offer guidance on the steps you can take to get through it and #ChangeTheStory. https://needhelpnow.ca/app/en/

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Cybersafe Girl is a regional, bilingual public education program about social media safety and girls. The project is developed and supported by the Atlantic Ministers Responsible for the Status of Women in Canada to provide information to girls, families and educators about how girls can be safe. https://www.cybersafegirl.ca/

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Cybersafe Girl is a regional, bilingual public education program about social media safety and girls. The project is developed and supported by the Atlantic Ministers Responsible for the Status of Women in Canada to provide information to girls, families and educators about how girls can be safe. https://www.toptenreviews.com/software/articles/30-statistics-about-teen...