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The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 2h

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Reminders for a safe and happy Halloween:
• Drive slowly and watch for trick-or-treaters
• Carry glow sticks or flashlights
• Cross the street at corners & crosswalks
• Visit homes that have lights on
• Check your treats before you eat them

#happyhalloween2025

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 2h

From all of us at The Centre, we wish everyone celebrating a Happy Halloween! 🎃
Tips from @treataccessibly to make Trick or Treating #accessible for everyone!
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The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 20h

Thank you to all who joined us last Saturday, helping raise over $200,000 to support our vital services for kids with special & support needs!!!

Here's a few highlights from the event- all photos here: bit.ly/centregala20...

We hope to see next fall at our Gala- details coming early 2026!

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 2d

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If a child tells you about abuse: stay calm, tell them you believe them, they’ve done nothing wrong, & that you’ll help them.

More prevention tips, resources & info:
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#prevention #protect #support #safekids

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The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 2d

We’re all responsible to report if we have reason to believe a child is, has been, or will be harmed.

Pay attention and respond- get involved if interactions are inappropriate.
Identify behaviours of concern and trust your instincts- if it feels wrong, report!
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The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 3d

More details: www.surrey.ca/news-events/...

See you Thursday!

#inclusion #sensoryfriendly #halloween #accessible

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 3d

Come and join us at the Museum of Surrey for Sensory Friendly Trick or Treating on Thursday, October 30 from 4-8pm.

The event features a low-sensory, calm environment for kids of all ages and abilities.

Admission is free and includes festive crafts and a scavenger hunt.

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The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 3d

October 27 is World Occupational Therapy Day! Thank you to all our amazing OTs who help our kids improve their fine motor skills, used for important daily tasks!

More info about The Centre’s OT services: buff.ly/UkR2AtU

👏💕 #worldotday

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 4d

Check out some of the event photos here (more to come over the next few days): bit.ly/centregala20...

Thank you for your commitment to helping local children & families with special & support needs!

#thankyou #centreforchild #centregala #galaofhope #auction #specialneedskids #giveback

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 4d

Thank you so much to all our Gala of Hope attendees, sponsors, volunteers and donors! We had a wonderful evening this past Saturday, and thanks to your generosity we raised over $200,000 (gross) for our vital donor-supported programs!

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The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 4d

Check out some of the event photos here (more to come over the next few days): bit.ly/centregala20...

Thank you for your commitment to helping local children & families with special & support needs!

#thankyou #centreforchild #centregala #galaofhope #auction #specialneedskids #giveback

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 5d

We’re getting set up and excited to see everyone in a few hours at our Gala of Hope!! #community #specialkids #giveback

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 6d

Report: MCFD @ 1-800-663-9122 or local police
VictimLinkBC 1-800-563-0808

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Sophie’s Place is a proud member of the BC Network of Child & Youth Advocacy Centres www.bccyac.ca

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 6d

We're wearing blue for Child Abuse Awareness & Prevention month, to support those impacted by abuse. CYACs give children & youth a safe space to talk about their experience & a team to support them on their healing journey.

Remember, if you need immediate help: call 911

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The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 6d

Thank you to all our incredible Gala sponsors for your support, helping The Centre change lives! We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow night.
Our online silent auction is still open until 9pm tomorrow and is open to everyone. Proceeds benefit our vital services: bit.ly/centregala20...

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 7d

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VictimLinkBC 1-800-563-0808

Resources:
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Sophie’s Place CYAC is a proud member of the BC Network of Child & Youth Advocacy Centres. To learn more about Child & Youth Advocacy Centres visit www.bccyac.ca

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 7d

October is Child Abuse Awareness & Prevention Month. On October 24 wear blue to honour and support those impacted by abuse, share your #GoBlueBC support online, & learn about how we can protect kids in our community.

Immediate help: call 911
Report: MCFD at 1-800-663-9122 or local police
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The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 7d

Thanks to White Rock Councillor Susan Bains and our Foundation Board Vice-Chair Christine Zielke who joined us for a tour of The Centre yesterday! We were excited to showcase the services we offer to over 8,000 kids & youth with support needs in White Rock, Surrey, Delta & Langley!

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 8d

The competition in our online auction is heating up- just a few days left! Don't miss out on great items, including getaways, sporting tickets, wine, art, and more. Proceeds benefit The Centre's vital services!

Auction open to all until Saturday @ 9pm: bit.ly/centregala20...

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 9d

Let them know you’ll believe and support them- they can tell you if someone is pressuring them online and you’ll help them figure out what to do.

More #prevention tips, resources & what to do if you suspect abuse:
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#protect #safekids

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 9d

DYK: Sextortion is one of the fastest growing crimes. Offenders can target online through text, social media, internet gaming consoles.
Discuss how to be careful online, what’s private and what’s okay to share.
Review common tactics used to pressure kids/youth to share private information or photos.

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The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 10d

Just because you can’t see it, doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist.
Some developmental disabilities are "invisible", which means they're not always noticeable to others.

It's important to be #supportive, #understanding, never make assumptions about people's abilities & treat everyone with #kindness 💗

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 11d

From all of us at The Centre, we wish everyone celebrating a safe and happy Diwali!
#Diwali2025 #centreforchild

The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 12d

It’s Canadian Down Syndrome Week! At The Centre, #inclusion means we #SeeTheAbility & celebrate everyone’s unique abilities, reduce barriers to participation, and help each child reach their potential.

Learn more:
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The Centre for Child Development @centreforchild.bsky.social · 12d

Start your bidding engines! Our Gala online auction is now open to all- lots of great items available like hotel stays, sporting tickets, wine, art & more!
Proceeds support vital services for local kids with #specialneeds. Closes Saturday, Oct 25 @ 9pm: bit.ly/centregala20...