
Public Service Announcement
Halloween Safety Reminder
October 31, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut
The City of Iqaluit would like to remind residents to use extra caution when travelling this Halloween night, Thursday, October 31, 2024.
To help ensure a safe evening for children out trick-or-treating the Iqaluit Municipal Enforcement Department and the Iqaluit Fire Department will be present in various locations throughout the city. They will provide high-visibility assistance to families, patrol the community, and offer a reassuring presence.
If any child experiences an issue while out trick-or-treating, they can approach members of these teams for help.
Health and Safety Tips:
• Keep pets contained and away from the front entrance, or consider handing out treats outside.
• Use LED candles or lighting instead of real candles for a safe, spooky glow.
• Make sure driveways, porches, and steps are well lit and free from tripping hazards.
• An adult should inspect all candy before consumption.
Halloween Tips for Kids:
• Tell your parents or guardians where you will be, who you are with, and when you will be home.
• Bring a cell phone, if available, in case plans change.
• Follow pedestrian safety rules: look both ways before crossing, walk— do not run, and always use crosswalks.
• Trick-or-treat down one side of the street before crossing to the other to avoid unnecessary road crossings.
• Wear bright, reflective clothing to stay visible to drivers.
• Never enter a stranger’s house or vehicle while trick-or-treating.
• If a situation or person makes you feel uncomfortable, trust your instincts. Walk away and call a parent or trusted adult, or seek help from one of the "Partners for Safety" vehicles.
Stay safe, have fun, and Happy Halloween!
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For additional information, please contact:
Geoff Byrne
Communications and Customer Service Manager
City of Iqaluit
867-979-5619
G.Byrne@iqaluit.ca