Safety

About 90% of all unintentional injuries are considered to be predictable and preventable! Yet unintentional injury is the leading cause of death for Canadians aged 1-34 years.¹ Whether you’re on the road, outdoors, or in your home, always put safety first because injuries are predictable and preventable.

Concussions
Recognize the signs and symptoms of a concussion.
Booster Seats
In Ontario, a child must be secured in a booster seat until he or she is 8 years old, or weighs 80 lbs. (36 kg.) or is 4 ft. 9 in. (145 cm.) tall.
Distracted Driving
Buckle up and keep your phone down! A moment of distraction is all it takes to change a life.
Water Safety
Remember to always supervise children when they’re in or around water.
Sun Safety
Be sun safe to decrease your risk of skin cancer.
Share the Road
Be respectful. Be courteous. Look out for cyclists on the road, slow down and only pass when it’s safe to pass.
Give Your Child a Safe Start
View, download and print the Give Your Child a Safe Start booklet. For young children, most injuries happen in the home.

Safety Tips

Always supervise young children and keep them within arm’s reach
Watch your step, prevent falls
Avoid over exposure to the sun
Install your child’s car seat properly and make sure it is the right seat for your child
Pay attention to others and share the road
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