Saskatchewan has officially proclaimed May 2015 as Missing Children’s Month. This year marks Child Find Saskatchewan’s 24th annual Green Ribbon of Hope Campaign, which runs throughout May.
Green ribbons may be obtained at participating TD Canada Trust and RBC Royal Bank branches throughout the province in exchange for a donation during the month of May. They can also be obtained by contacting Child Find Saskatchewan at 306-955-0070.
“Missing Children’s Month is an important opportunity to raise awareness in Saskatchewan and across Canada on behalf of missing children, youth and their families,” Social Services Minister Donna Harpauer said. “I ask that everyone across Saskatchewan wear a Green Ribbon of Hope this month in support of all missing children and their families.”
Child Find Saskatchewan is a charitable organization that educates and advocates for the protection and rights of children and youth, and works with law enforcement agencies and other partners to help locate missing children.
In 2015-16, the Ministry of Justice is providing $50,000 to Child Find Saskatchewan. This funding will continue to support the Alert Youth program which focuses on the safety and well-being of youth. It will also expand the “All About Me” I.D. Clinics to communities across the province. During these clinics, a booklet is designed to contain personal and identifying information about a child.
“We are pleased to continue supporting this important organization,” Justice Minister and Attorney General Gordon Wyant said. “One missing child is too many.
