A group of high school students from Metro Vancouver have a message for Premier Christy Clark: you need to visit schools to create an effective anti-bullying program. They gathered Thursday to discuss tackling bullying in their schools. Member of the Vancouver District Student Council, Kevin Dhir, says the program doesn't address online … [Read more...]
Lack of planning, support, for kids in care
November 15, 2012 by
BC'S Independent Representative for Children and Youth has issued a report on suicide and self-harm by youth in government care, and she says more could have been done to help them. Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond looked at 15 youths who committed suicide and another 74 who harmed themselves over a three year period beginning in 2007. Turpel-Lafond says … [Read more...]
Microsoft brings guest user account to Windows Phone 8 via Kid’s Corner
November 4, 2012 by
Ever dreamed of having more than one user account on your smartphone? Microsoft's making that a reality with Kid's Corner for Windows Phone 8. If you're not a parent, don't let the name deceive you: this particular feature is great for both the tiny tots and all of your grown-up friends, as it allows you to choose which apps, games, music and … [Read more...]
VPD say kids had fun
November 1, 2012 by
Vancouver Police say this Halloween was pretty consistent with other years. Sergeant Randy Fincham: "Throughout the City of Vancouver, we had numerous calls of fireworks and the associated noise complaints that we get every year." No major incidents though. Fincham says having the rain was fortunate as it helped to prevent fires. He adds the … [Read more...]
Latest report on kids in care
July 17, 2012 by
BC's Child and Youth Representative has released her latest report into critical injuries and deaths among children and youth in care.Since February, 119 critical injuries and 41 deaths have been reported, and reviews are underway in the case of 71 injuries and 14 deaths.Those reviews will determine whether a full-scale investigation is needed if … [Read more...]
Funding cut for kids’ Science World program
June 28, 2012 by
The chair of Science World's board of directors calls it unexpected. The provincial government has cut funding for a program that brings science to kids. Andrew Harries says the program takes Science World on the road, reaching kids all over B.C. who otherwise would never get a chance to visit the Vancouver attraction. He says it’s important … [Read more...]
Sprint Guardian now available, allows parents to limit texting and keep tabs on a kid’s location
June 20, 2012 by
Sprint Guardian has been in the oven for some time now -- we actually heard about it during our interview with John Tudhope and David Owens at CTIA 2012 -- but now, at long last, the service is available. Concerned parents nationwide can locate Guardian on "many" Sprint Android-powered phones through the Sprint Zone. The program itself features … [Read more...]
VSB helping kids cope
June 6, 2012 by
Grief Counsellors are at False Creek Elementary School as classes resume this morning. Vancouver School Board spokesperson Kurt Heinrich says it's hoped most students will be able to set back into their normal routine. He says in the event that some kids aren't we are going to have the support and resources there available to support … [Read more...]
8 Cheap and Awesome Things to Do with Kids in DC
June 3, 2012 by
It may surprise you to find just how much there is to do in DC that the whole family will love. From the Spy Museum to scouting out animals in the park, there's tons to do (and on the cheap, too.). Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
Top Free Things to do in New York with Kids
May 22, 2012 by
New York is a playground for almost everyone—but an expensive one at that. But from outdoor activities to cool tech exhibits, here are our picks for the best free things to do with kids. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
