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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Well another year has come and gone. We had our AGM in May and now we have some changes to the Board of Directors.

President - Dawn Banner	Past President - Jerry Dober	Vice-President - Sherri Fowler
Treasurer - Deborah Dalwood	Director At Large - Judy Mjolsness	Director At Large - Sherri Bridges
Office Administrator - Karen Larsen

It is a small but determined group of volunteers. We have had one meeting under our belts now and things look great. The idea's and plans are just a flowing. It will take us little time but look for us to be out there and very visible to all.

We welcome all comments good or bad. You are what makes us move forward. The more you let us know the more we will try to do.

Remember the safety of our children is so important. We need to educate them so that they have the freedom to grow in safe environment. The only way that that is possible is by the people in there communities to watch over them, nurture them, educate them. Let them know that you care and that they are an important part of our community. As a Safe Parent you can assist in these matters. This also applies to seniors, teens, and adults as well. Our communities are only as good as we make them. We the people are the ones that have that power. Use this power wisely and safely, become a Safe Parent and help your community grow and become a neighbor hood that you are proud to say is yours.

If you need help in these area's call us and we will do our very best to help you. If we can not we will direct you to the people that can .Please pass this message on to others such as your friends, family and neighbors.

Our strength and success will be even better with your help. It just takes a few moments of your time. That one moment could be the one that could change a persons life forever.

Our office # 780-421-3419 is open to all your comments, questions and concerns. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Thank You

Dawn Banner

President of Edmonton Safe Parents

If you would like to become a Safe Parent, or would like further information about the ESPA and what we have to offer, please contact our office at 9620 - 103 A Avenue, Edmonton, T5H 0H7, PH: 780-421-3419, FAX: 780-421-2341.

Edmonton Safe Parent Mission

The Mission of the Safe Parent program is to

provide safe homes for members in Edmonton,

especially children in times of distress.

The Safe Parent Program mandate is:

v    To provide a network of police-screened, easily recognizable, safe homes for members of the community, especially children, to turn to in times of distress;

v    to educate children about Safe Parents, safety on the streets and within the home;

v    to develop promotions and materials to educate the community about the Safe Parents, latch key children and street proofing ;

v    to work together with the police, educators and other community groups toward safer communities.

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