Human trafficking doesn’t start off as a red flag.

It starts out as flattery, gifts, attention, or promises to money, fame, or love. Play the video below!

Sex trafficking is when someone manipulates, pressures, or forces another person into sexual activity so that they can make money off of their body.

If you are under 18, exchanging sexual acts for money, gifts, or other benefits is illegal and considered exploitation.
Even if it feels like your decision.

Myth or Fact?

This doesn’t happen in Canada.
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Human trafficking is one of the fastest growing crimes in Canada — and sex trafficking is the most common form.
It only happens to people brought here from other countries.
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Trafficking often starts with manipulation, pressure, or control — and 90% of the time it happens to Canadian citizens, in Canada.
It’s usually a stranger behind it.
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90% of victims know their trafficker — and about 1 in 3 are in a romantic relationship with them.
This doesn’t happen to people my age.
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71% of trafficking victims in Canada are under the age of 25.

How It Can Happen To Anyone

The story of a high school student who grooms her friend into meeting a trafficker:

Would you recognize the signs that a friend is being trafficked?

Is this a warning sign?

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Every scenario in this quiz was a warning sign. One sign alone does not always mean trafficking is happening, but patterns matter. If something feels off, tell a trusted adult or report it.

Spot it in public

Is this a warning sign?

You finished the check.

Every scenario in this quiz was a possible warning sign. One sign alone does not prove trafficking is happening, but patterns matter.

This doesn’t always look obvious, and can be easy to miss. Even if you’re unsure, report it to a trusted adult.

Speak Up and Report!

If something feels off with you, a friend, or someone around you, say something, even if you aren’t sure. You could be saving someone’s life.

Tell a trusted adult like a parent or school counsellor

Call the Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline

Call 1-833-900-1010

https://canadianhumantraffickinghotline.ca/chat/

Call 911 if there is immediate danger

You Might Be Wondering…

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