National Block Parent® Week – More Than Just a Sign

National Block Parent® Week – October 21st to 27th, 2012

“Block Parent®: More Than Just a Sign”

The easily recognizable red and white logo still remains a symbol of safety and security to those in need. However, it is so much more than just a sign. Behind the sign is a network of over 25,000 dedicated volunteers who work closely with police and educators, to provide immediate assistance through a safety network to those in need. In addition, volunteers also participate in supportive community education programs.

For 44 years, the Block Parent® Program of Canada has been providing a safety network of volunteers for people in need. The Block Parent® Program of Canada is proud to be the longest running safety program in Canada. The Program is needed now more than ever.

This year our local community Programs are encouraged to dress in red and white on Wednesday, October 24th to increase awareness of the Program across Canada.

Local businesses can also become volunteers through our Business Block Parent® Program. In the same way that all members of a Block Parent® family over the age of 12 must pass a security check, all employees working at a small business that displays a Business Block Parent® decal must also pass a security check.

During National Block Parent® Week, we are encouraging both families and small businesses to become a Block Parent® and help us to continue to protect communities coast to coast.

For more information on how you can become involved in making Canadian communities safer for everyone, please visit our website at www.blockparent.ca

Block Parent®: More Than Just a Sign

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