Ontario’s Missing Black Kids: Canada’s Crisis We Can’t Ignore

In 2024, 200 youth between the ages of 12 and 17 went missing across the Greater Toronto Area. According to advocates, a disproportionate number were Black. Many families and communities feel these cases lack the national attention and urgency they deserve. This vital, prevention-focused guide is designed for parents, teachers, and community members. It reveals the grooming playbook predators use, the reality of “Going OT,” and the subtle warning signs often missed by schools and families. Inside, you’ll find: • The Grooming Playbook: How predators target vulnerable youth • The Silent Warning Signs: What parents and schools miss • Interactive Family & Community Action Plan: Monthly check-ins and emergency planning • Essential Resources & Support Contacts This is not just a book — it’s a tool to help protect our children. Read it like a child’s life depends on it. Because somewhere in Ontario tonight, one does.