With school now back into full swing, it’s time to continue the conversation about bullying. 

 

Rebecca Ulrich, the provincial respect education manager fo the Canadian Red Cross in Manitoba, spoke to Arctic Radio News to explain why now is the time to talk about Bullying. She said that at the core, bullying is a relationship issue, and that the renewal of relationships at the start of a new school year makes it the perfect time.  

 

Ulrich also said that parents should not try to stop cyber bullying by taking away their children’s screens, as that device could also serve as their support system. She added that taking away the devices might also make children lose faith in their parents, and not tell them about future bullying situations. 

 

If you’d like to hear more from Ulrich on bullying and tips to prevent it, make sure you listen to Thompson Today on 102.9 CHTM tomorrow and Thursday.  

 

Thompson Today plays every weekday at 12:40pm and 5:10pm.