The South Simcoe Police Service wants to ensure your Hallowe'en is safe and fun by offering safety tips for trick-or-treaters and their families. Drivers are encouraged to use extra caution tonight and watch for little ghosts and goblins!
Before Trick-or-Treating
- Plan costumes that are easy to walk in and highly visible
- Add reflective tape to costumes and carry a flashlight if possible
- Make sure a mask does not restrict a child’s vision or use face paint as an alternative
- Plan your route and choose streets that are well-lit, and that children know well
- Children should be accompanied by a parent, caregiver, older sibling, or group
During Trick-or-Treating
- Travel in a group and hold on to treat bags tightly
- Only stop at houses with well-lit porches and travel in a familiar neighbourhood
- Cross the street only at corners. Never cross between parked cars or the middle of the block
- Walk on well-lit streets and stay on the sidewalk
- Watch out for candles in pumpkins that are a fire hazard
- Never go into the home or car of a stranger
After Trick-or-Treating
- Parents should sort and examine all treats before eating them
- Throw away candy or food not wrapped and sealed by a candy or food company
- Carefully check all wrappers for signs of tampering
- If any harmful items are found, notify the police immediately
Reminder for adults, if you are attending a Hallowe'en party, plan a safe, sober ride home.
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