Bullying and cyberbullying happens inside and outside the classroom, at home and in the wider community. This means that we need a community-wide approach to deal with cyberbullying, an approach that involves health care professionals, technology providers and the police.

In recognition of this fact, the Minister’s Task Force on Cyberbullying includes representation from a range of groups, including the IWK Children’s Hospital, RCMP and local police.

Under the direction of chair Professor Wayne MacKay, the Task Force will receive input from around the province. A final report is expected in December of 2011.

The Task Force also wants to hear directly from you. Feel free to pass along your comments via email, correspondence or facebook. Remember, the Task Force has been asked to provide recommendations that focus on four key areas: intervention, education, assessment and policy.

There will also be opportunities for youth to participate in one of the 8 focus groups planned for Nova Scotia. Stay tuned for details.

For those interested in learning more about how to prevent bullying and cyberbullying, please go to the Links & Resources section of this website.