I am a Youth Probation Officer with the Ministry of Children and Youth Services. Human Trafficking is an ongoing issue that effects many of the youth we work with. We have had regular contact with the Ottawa Police Human Trafficking Unit and some of your youth are also connected with community services such as Voice Found.
I have spoken with the Youth Probation Manager who has given the go ahead to be a representative of our organization, however would not be able to be a voting member.
I feel that it is detrimental to have a face from Youth Probation at the table when discussing these matters.