The purpose of Cold Lake Bully Free is to raise awareness about the serious impact bullying has on individuals, groups and the community, and to explore and share solutions on how bullying can be prevented.

The Bully Free Committee meets monthly to develop programs and events to increase awareness of bullying. It evolved from a task force, formed in 2007 by the City of Cold Lake. The committee includes local agencies and interested citizens who strive to provide opportunities for community groups, recreation and hobby clubs, sport and dance camps, workplaces and the public to learn about prevention skills. If you are interested in having a presentation tailored for your group or joining the committee, please contact FCSS at 780-594-4495.

Pink in the Rink contest
Enter our Pink in the Rink colouring contest and win Free entry to the Cold Lake Minor Hockey game on Nov. 6, some cool Bully Free swag, an opportunity to drop the puck at centre ice, a photo with the team and a snack from the concession. The contest starts October 3 and runs through to November 3. All you need to do is download the PDF drawing here, print it off and colour it in. When you are done, you can drop it off at the FCSS offices at 5220 54 St. or email it to fcss@coldlake.com with Pink in the Rink as the subject line. 

Annual events

Each year, Cold Lake Bully Free hosts several community events including:

• Pink Shirt Day
• Bully-Free March 
• Pink the Rink 

Book a presentation

A variety of bully free presentations are available to come to your classroom, event, organization or group. Presentation topics vary depending on the age group and audience they will be presented to. Some presentations include:

• Hands are not for Hitting/Words are not for Hurting (Pre-K to Grade 1)
• Beyond the Hurt (Grades 2 - 12)
• Shoot to Score with the Cold Lake Aeros (Sports and Recreation Teams/Groups)

We also have 2SLGBTQ+ presentations for schools, organizations and workplaces, including: 

• Lakeland Safe Space Initiative: Safe Zone Training (Ages 13+)

To book a presentation, please contact fcss@coldlake.com.

International Day of Pink

On the International Day of Pink, communities across the country and world unite in celebrating diversity and raising awareness to stop all forms of bullying. 

The day was originated by two teenage students in Nova Scotia who took a stand against bullies at their school. They got the word out online about their idea to wear pink and take a stand against bullies. The next day, hundreds of students showed up in pink clothing and little was heard from the bullies again.

For more information about International Day of Pink and what date each year to wear pink and show your support, visit Day of Pink.

External anti-bullying resources

• PREVNet
• Government of Canada: Bullying
• Bullying Canada
• Red Cross: Bullying and Harassment Protection
• Alberta Human Services