Child Safety Link

04/09/2026

Here's something to keep in mind now that Spring has sprung and kids are back to playing outside :)

04/08/2026

Warmer weather means scooter season is here!

Before your little one hops on their favourite set of wheels, make sure they’re protected with a properly fitted helmet.

Remember to:

• Fit the helmet snugly on their head so it doesn’t rock or twist;

• Make sure the helmet buckle is done up so it can’t fall off; and,

• Keep ponytails low at the neck when wearing a helmet.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/TZEg50Yrf4O

04/02/2026

RECALL ALERT: Do you have a Vevor retractable baby gate? The product has been recalled due to entrapment hazard. Immediately stop using the recalled gate and contact MARIFEL Ltd for a full refund. For more information on the recall: https://ow.ly/q8cf50YANsS

Do you have a Vevor retractable baby gate? The product has been recalled due to entrapment hazard. Immediately stop using the recalled gate and contact MARIFEL Ltd for a full refund. For more information on the recall: https://ow.ly/q8cf50YANsS

04/02/2026

Ni****ne pouches can be dangerous to small children if they touch, chew/suck on, or eat them. If you think your child has consumed ni****ne, call the Atlantic Canada Poison Centre immediately at 1-844 POISON-X. Their poison experts are available 24/7 to give you advice on what you should do.

03/26/2026

Stocking up on key spring items for your kids this season – like the perfect raincoat?

Whether you’re buying new or used, online shopping can be quick and convenient.

Check out these tips to ensure a safe spring shopping spree:

• Light-up clothing and shoes may be powered by button batteries that can be very harmful if swallowed.

• Watch out for counterfeit clothing that may contain hazardous chemicals and heavy metals.

• Before you buy, check for recalls. Children’s clothing can be recalled for many reasons such as failure to meet flammability requirements.

For more information: https://ow.ly/rniL50YreIQ

Stocking up on key spring items for your kids this season – like the perfect raincoat?

Whether you’re buying new or used, online shopping can be quick and convenient.

Check out these tips to ensure a safe spring shopping spree:

• Light-up clothing and shoes may be powered by button batteries that can be very harmful if swallowed.

• Watch out for counterfeit clothing that may contain hazardous chemicals and heavy metals.

• Before you buy, check for recalls. Children’s clothing can be recalled for many reasons such as failure to meet flammability requirements.

For more information: https://ow.ly/rniL50YreIQ

03/26/2026

While Internet trends can be fun, they can also be misleading. Most soft, gel-filled stress or sensory fidget toys should never be heated.

There’s a “hack” trending online that is encouraging children to microwave gel-filled sensory fidget toys, which can burst when heated and can cause serious burn injuries.

Remember to always follow the manufacturer's directions and safety warnings.

Being informed and aware of potential risks related to a toy helps protect children’s health and safety.

While Internet trends can be fun, they can also be misleading. Most soft, gel-filled stress or sensory fidget toys should never be heated.

There’s a “hack” trending online that is encouraging children to microwave gel-filled sensory fidget toys, which can burst when heated and can cause serious burn injuries.

Remember to always follow the manufacturer's directions and safety warnings.

Being informed and aware of potential risks related to a toy helps protect children’s health and safety.

03/20/2026

Little hands grab fast. That blue cleaner can look like a drink to a child—but one sip can cause serious harm.

Keep cleaning products out of sight, out of reach, and locked up. Help .

03/20/2026

Leurs petites mains sont rapides. Ce détergent bleu peut ressembler à une boisson pour un enfant, mais une seule gorgée peut causer de graves dommages.

Gardez les produits de nettoyage hors de vue, hors de portée et sous clé. Aidez à .

03/19/2026

A purse is an easy target for kids. What's inside? Medicines, hand sanitizer, cosmetics—things that can harm a child.

Keep bags closed and close by when kids are around. Help

03/19/2026

Un sac à main constitue une cible facile pour un enfant. Qu’y a-t-il à l’intérieur? Des médicaments, du désinfectant pour les mains, des produits cosmétiques… Toutes sortes de choses dangereuses pour un enfant.

Gardez votre sac à main fermé et à proximité de vous en présence d’enfants. Aidez à

03/18/2026

Kids don’t know button batteries are dangerous. They look like small, shiny things to put in their mouths. If swallowed, they can cause serious harm or death.

Always secure battery compartments with screws or tape. Keep all batteries—new and used—out of sight, out of reach, and locked up. .

03/18/2026

Les enfants n’ont pas conscience du danger des piles boutons. Elles ressemblent à de petits objets brillants que l’on pourrait mettre dans la bouche. En cas d’ingestion, elles peuvent causer des effets graves, voire mortels.

Sécurisez toujours les compartiments à piles à l’aide de vis ou de ruban adhésif. Gardez toutes les piles (neuves et usagées) hors de vue, hors de portée et sous clé. .