By rdnewsNOW staff

May 28 and 29

Red Deer RCMP to hold parent information sessions

May 22, 2025 | 4:51 PM

The Red Deer RCMP Youth and Community Action Team will host Police Parent Information Night sessions next week.

The sessions are set for May 28 at Notre Dame High School from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and May 29 at West Park Middle School at the same time.

The RCMP will educate and support parents about protecting their children from online risks and bullying. They’ll also inform parents about their parental rights.

“There has been a noticeable increase in the dangers children face online,” said Cst. Therese Berube of the Red Deer RCMP, in a media release. “Parents and guardians often feel lost and unsure of how to prevent these risks or respond effectively. We frequently get calls from parents asking questions like whether they can take away their child’s phone or how to enforce a curfew. Our goal is to empower parents to confidently make decisions that protect their children.”

(Red Deer RCMP/ supplied)

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In these sessions, police will connect parents with local resources and agencies equipped to provide support.

Berube explained how important it is to strengthen relationships and family bonds to protect children.

“We need to return to basics – spending quality time interacting as a family, getting outdoors, and sharing family values. Strong relationships with their children enable parents and guardians to have meaningful conversations about difficult topics,” he added.

Cyberbullying, and the ongoing risks of youth sharing explicit images and sextortion is also a growing concern.

Berube explained they’re seeing more instances where young people are becoming victims of predators online.

“It’s crucial that parents stay informed to prevent their children from falling into these traps,” Berube said.

The first sessions held last fall had approximately 90 attendees and Cst. Berube said this is just the beginning.

“We are committed to working with the community to combat these challenges. Protecting our children and ensuring parents are aware of the risks and how to address them is our top priority.”