Infographic - Online Child Sexual Exploitation

Many people don't realize how prevalent this horrific crime is. If we don't acknowledge the problem, we can't help put an end to it.

Online Grooming | Sexual Images and Video | Sexting & Sextortion | Capping

Online Child Sexual Exploitation is Happening Right Now

4.3 Million child sexual exploitation reports processed by Cybertip.ca from 2014–2020 ^Footnote1

88% Increase in sextortion and other online exploitation reports to Cybertip.ca since the pandemic began ^Footnote2

Nearly 1 in 4 parents have come across inappropriate online behaviour aimed at their child ^Footnote3

1 in 3 parents were asked by their children about questionable online activity ^Footnote4

To Canadian Children

1 in 10 children are sexually victimized before they turn 18 ^Footnote5

39% of luring attempts reported to Cybertip.ca in the last 2 years involved victims 13 or under ^Footnote6

Almost Half of parents have never spoken to their children about sextortion or sexting ^Footnote7

Who are Online and Vulnerable

Nearly 100% of Canadian youth (15–30) use the Internet daily or own their own smartphone device ^Footnote8

80% of students said they rarely or never have an adult in the room when online ^Footnote9

1 in 3 luring attempts reported to Cybertip.ca happened on Instagram, Snapchat or KIK Messenger (34%) ^Footnote10

But You Can Take Action

• Be aware that online child sexual exploitation is an issue
• Talk openly and regularly with your child
• Learn to spot the warning signs

Get help when needed

• Cybertip.ca
• Kidshelpphone.ca
• Needhelpnow.ca

Canada.ca/child-exploitation

Learn more about what you can do to help prevent online child sexual exploitation.