The following resource has been developed to provide you with valuable information and programs that can improve the health of the children at your school. The resource consists of a variety of agencies, community based programs and services, and resources relevant to personal safety and injury prevention. The resource has been developed according to the Ministry of Educations Foundations for a Healthy School  framework.

• Quality Instruction and Programming
• Healthy Physical Environment
• Supportive Social Environment
• Community Partnerships

Quality Instruction and Programs

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• At Home Alone Workshops 
  Free program for families of children and youth aged 10-14 years, to assess readiness and prepare their children to be at home safely.
• Pedestrian, cycling and helmet safety
  • Region of Halton Staying Safe
    Information on pedestrian, cycling, and road safety for parents and educators of school-aged children.
  • Safe Kids Canada 
    Partner organization to the Hospital for Sick Children that provides research and information on a variety of safety topics.
• Sun Safety
  Information on sun safety and keeping your skin protected.
• Risk Watch® 
  Comprehensive injury prevention resource for elementary school teachers for grades JK-8.
• Think First 
  Organization providing comprehensive elementary school-based program (TD ThinkFirst for Kids) for grades JK-8.

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Healthy Physical Environment

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• Thinking About Piercing Your Tongue or Lip?
  Health information about piercing including the risks related to piercing and care instructions.

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Supportive Social Environment

• Canadian Cancer Society
  A National community-based organization that provides tips on how to reduce your risk of cancer and lead a healthier lifestyle.
• Internet safety
  • Canada Safety Council
    Non-profit organization dedicated to safety education and policy change.
  • Kids in the Know
    Interactive website for parents and educators on teaching children about personal safety.

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Community Partnerships

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• Canadian Cancer Society
  A National community-based organization that provides tips on how to reduce your risk of cancer and lead a healthier lifestyle.
• Halton Hills Injury Prevention Committee
  Community-based coalition in Halton Hills addressing safety concerns across the lifespan.
• Risk Watch®
  Comprehensive injury prevention resource for elementary school teachers for grades JK-8.
• Safe Kids Canada
  Partner organization to the Hospital for Sick Children that provides research and information on a variety of safety topics.
• Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Services (SAVIS)
  Organization advocating against violence in the community at large and promotes prevention through community education. Offers in-class presentations for grades 6-8.