23rd Annual Crime Prevention Guide - 23e Guide annuel de prévention du crime 59 The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development has partnered with the Boys and Girls Clubs of New Brunswick to celebrate national Pink Shirt Anti-Bullying Day on Feb. 23. A total of 6,848 pink T-shirts, designed by students from St. Stephen High School, have been sold to businesses, students, teachers and government employees across the province in support of the day. In photo: Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Jody Carr, centre of back row, with department staff and some of their children. FREDERICTON (CNB) – Almost 7,000 New Brunswickers will be proudly wearing pink on Wednesday, Feb. 23 as the province officially takes part for the first time in national Pink Shirt Anti-Bullying Day. The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development has partnered with the Boys and Girls Clubs of New Brunswick to celebrate the day. A total of 6,848 pink T-shirts, designed by students from St. Stephen High School, have been sold to businesses, students, teachers and government employees across the province in support of the day. "I am proud to see the growing movement against bullying taking place within our schools, workplaces and communities," said Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Jody Carr. "Bullying is a complex issue and we must all do our part and work together to eliminate it." "The Pink Shirt Day movement started with two teenagers and it is proof positive that our children and youth can be the change they want to see," said Heather Estey, executive director, Boys and Girls Club of Charlotte County. "The Boys and Girls Clubs of New Brunswick encourage everyone to build positive relationships all year, not just on Feb 23. Pink Shirt Day serves us with that reminder." All members of the legislative assembly have been given pink t-shirts and will be visiting their local Boys and Girls Club on Feb. 23. Pink Shirt Day began in 2007 after two teenage students in Nova Scotia took a stand against bullies in their school by encouraging students to wear pink Tshirts in support of a student who was being bullied. Since then schools, businesses and communities across Canada recognize the day. Boys and Girls Clubs provide a safe, supportive place where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships, and develop confidence and skills for life. Young people participate in fun, challenging club programs and activities that encourage healthy living, personal growth, learning, and community involvement. Pink Shirt Day News Release - Feb. 22, 2011 As Originally Published www2.gnb.ca
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MTM0NTk1OA==