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You're Not Alone. We're Here.
Talk to a trained volunteer by phone, text, or email. Not sure what to say? That's okay. A friendly Virtual Buddy starts the conversation with a few questions.
What You Tell Us Stays Private
Our volunteers keep what you share confidential. We work out a plan together, and we talk with you before we bring in a parent, a teacher, or your school. Talking to us is free, and you can reach out as many times as you need.
How We Keep What You Tell Us PrivateWhat Happens When You Reach Out
Someone Answers
A trained volunteer picks up, usually within a few minutes. On average, kids wait about 2.5 minutes.
They Listen
You don't have to know what to say. They'll ask a few questions, and you can take your time.
You Make a Plan Together
If you want us to, we work with your parents, teachers, and principal for as long as it takes to make it stop.
What's Going On?
Pick the one that fits best. You'll get a few steps you can take today.
Tap the one that sounds most like you.
When Someone Keeps Hurting You
Steps you can take today
- Stay calm and walk away. Ignoring them is often better than fighting back. Arguing and yelling can make things worse, and you might get hurt.
- Write it down. Names, where it happened, and when. It helps you remember, and it helps if you report it.
- Stay near other people. Avoid places the bully hangs out. If you have to be around them, bring a friend and stay where others can see you.
- Tell a trusted adult. A teacher, parent, or counsellor can help you make a plan to stay safe.
Want to talk it through? We're here, any time.
When It's Happening Online
Steps you can take today
- Don't reply. Answering back usually keeps it going.
- Save it. Take screenshots of the messages and posts before you block anyone.
- Block them. Block their phone number. On social media, unfriend and block them.
- Tell someone. A trusted adult, or us, can help you report it and make it stop.
Want to talk it through? We're here, any time.
When School Doesn't Feel Safe
Steps you can take today
- You have the right to feel safe at school. This isn't your fault.
- Pick one adult at school. Your homeroom teacher or guidance counsellor. Tell them what has been happening.
- Plan your way in. Take a different route, and stay where adults can see you.
- Bring us in. If the school can't fix it, we work with your teachers and principal for as long as it takes.
Want to talk it through? We're here, any time.
When You See Someone Get Bullied
Steps you can take today
- Speak up, if it is safe. Something like "That's not cool, leave them alone."
- Be a friend. Say "I'm sorry that happened. Do you want to talk about it?" Invite them to hang out with you.
- Get help. If it's serious, or you don't feel safe stepping in, tell a teacher, a parent, or us.
- Be a role model. Being kind and respectful is one of the best ways to stop bullying.
Want to talk it through? We're here, any time.
Jake's Story
If Jake Can Ask for Help, So Can You.
- Grade 9. A group of older students grabbed Jake's backpack and took his lunch and bus pass. He was scared that telling someone would make it worse.
- That night. He found the courage to contact BullyingCanada. Someone answered within a minute. A kind volunteer listened, reminded him he had the right to feel safe at school, and encouraged him to tell his teacher.
- The next day. Jake went straight to his teacher. After that, the boys left him, and the other kids at school, alone.
- Years later. Jake is a BullyingCanada volunteer, helping kids who are going through what he did.
Just Curious About Us?
That's really normal. Please keep our phone, text, and email lines free for kids who need help right now. To learn about BullyingCanada, read our story, or email inquiries@bullyingcanada.ca.