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Sex education for children: Why parents should talk to their children about sex

Learn why starting to talk to your child about sex when they are young and continuing that conversation as they get older is a good strategy.

Sex education for children: Eight tips for parents

Having 'the talk' isn't always easy. Find advice for parents and caregivers on talking to their kids about sex and reproduction.

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

​Learn about the different types of sexually transmitted infections and when and how to talk to your child or teen about them.

Sex, gender and sexual orientation: An overview

It's common for people to confuse sex, gender and sexual orientation, but they are all different things. Read more about each of these terms.

Epilepsy: Sex and reproduction

Most people with epilepsy can have full social, sexual, and family lives. Read about issues surrounding sex and reproduction for those with epilepsy.

Sexuality: What children should learn and when

This guide outlines what children can understand about sexuality and reproduction at different stages.

Premature babies: Advocating for your child at school

Your goal is to work with your child's teacher to get the best education for your child. Your child has the right to attend school and if you feel they're not getting a "fair shake," get involved with the administration.

Sexuality and cancer (ages 14 and up)

Sexuality is a healthy and normal part of life. Find out what sexuality is, how it is impacted by cancer and what you need to know to make safer choices about sex.

School services for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

Provides information about the various services that are available in schools for children with autism spectrum disorder. Also provides information about other programs that can be used to help pre-school and school-age children.

Sexuality and cancer (ages 12 and 13)

Learn about sexuality and how it can be impacted by a cancer diagnosis and treatment. You can also find information on making safer choices about sex.

Advocating for your child at school

A child with a chronic condition eventually transitions back to school. Learn practical tips when advocating for your child at school.

Spatial reasoning skills: How to foster in children

Practical tips for parents to nurture spatial reasoning skills in their child.

Moving on: Higher education

Learn about things to consider if you are planning to attend higher education including how to decide on the right type of education for you and expectations of higher education.

Hemophilia and sex

Information and tips on sex for teens living with hemophilia.

Caring for a sick child: Sharing the responsibility

Helpful tips on sharing responsibility when caring for a sick child.

Questioning your gender and identifying as transgender

Your gender identity is something that you come to understand for yourself. If you are questioning your gender, read more to find out if you might identify as transgender.

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Arthritis associations

Behaviour changes in children

Parents can learn helpful tips on how to manage behaviour changes in children who are ill.

Brachial plexus palsy: Skills for daily living

Children with one arm weakness need to learn ways to adapt so that they can accomplish everyday tasks. Find tips and strategies for daily activities.

Arthritis associations

This page provides information about leading arthritis organizations in Canada.

Special education

Special education is the public educational system’s approach to helping all kinds of exceptional students reach their potential and get a useful education. Exceptionality, with respect to needs, can be identified in a number of domains, including problems with the senses, emotional problems or behavioural problems, autistic spectrum disorders, global developmental delay or intellectual disability, specific learning disabilities and giftedness.

Moving on: Higher education

Puberty in girls

Puberty is a stage of development where your child's body starts to take on adult form. Learn about puberty in girls and how to talk to your daughter about puberty.