Someone I know has a missing child

If you know someone whose child is missing, encourage the missing child’s parent/guardian to report the child missing to police. Once a report has been made to police, it may be helpful for the parent/guardian to contact MissingKids.ca. MissingKids.ca caseworkers are available to provide support and assistance in the search for the missing child.

If you or someone you know would like to speak with a specially trained caseworker, call our helpline.

What to do next

Based on the circumstances of the child’s disappearance, please select the appropriate section below for immediate steps to take when a child is missing.

• Runaway
• Parental Child Abduction
• Stranger/Non-family Abduction
• Lost Child
• Unknown/Young Adult

Resources

Community Response Plan

A resource guide designed to help guide communities on how best to assist in searching for a missing child.

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  Download PDF: Community Response Plan