RCMP Nova Scotia Halloween Safety Guide
🎃 Spooky Smart Halloween Tips for a Safe Night! 🎃
For Kids:
Stay with Friends or Family
Always go out with a group or an adult. Stick together and look out for one another.
Wear Safe Costumes
Choose costumes that are bright or reflective, so you’re easily seen in the dark.
Avoid masks that block vision—face paint or makeup is a safer option.
Make sure costumes are the right length to avoid tripping.
Stay on Sidewalks and Cross Safely
Walk on sidewalks when possible. If there’s no sidewalk, walk on the side of the road facing traffic.
Always look both ways before crossing streets, and use crosswalks if they’re available.
Don’t run across streets or between parked cars.
Check Before You Eat
Wait until you get home to eat any candy. Ask an adult to look over your treats to make sure they’re safe.
If you have allergies, be mindful of homemade goodies.
Be especially careful with unwrapped treats
Carry a Light
Use a flashlight or glow stick to make yourself visible to drivers and others in the dark.
Say No to Strange Houses
Only go to homes with lights on. Never go inside a house or car for treats, and don’t approach houses that make you feel uncomfortable.
For Parents and Guardians:
Plan Ahead
Set a route and curfew for kids going out without adult supervision. Know where they’re going and who they’ll be with.
Check Costumes
Ensure that kids’ costumes are flame-resistant, fit well, and have reflective materials for visibility.
Inspect Treats
Go through all candy and treats to remove anything that looks suspicious or unwrapped.
Equip with Essentials
Send kids out with flashlights or glow sticks and remind them to use them when it gets dark.
Stay Alert
Drive slowly in residential neighborhoods and watch for children darting out from between cars or crossing in unexpected places.
Be Patient and Cautious
Expect heavier foot traffic in neighbourhoods, especially in the early evening. Be ready to stop for trick-or-treaters and be mindful of families crossing.
Let’s work together to keep Halloween safe, fun, and spook-tacular!