Collin-Vézina, D. (April, 2025). What is Child Sexual Abuse? [Information sheet #10]. Loving Our Children: Finding What Works for First Nations Families.
What is Child Sexual Abuse? (PDF, 294MB)
This information sheet presents international estimates of the prevalence of child sexual abuse, its legal definition in Canada and factors influencing secrecy and concealment of this form of abuse, as well as its negative outcomes. Training for front-line workers and various prevention and intervention programs are outlined.
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