CAA Saskatchewan is reminding drivers and pedestrians to be safe on Halloween night.

Trick-or-Treating Safely:

• Choose costumes that are bright at night and don’t obstruct children’s vision and/or hearing.
• Use makeup instead of a mask to allow for better vision.
• Use reflective tape on costumes and have children carry a flashlight for easy visibility.
• Plan a route ahead of time and be alert to your surroundings.
• Trick or treating in groups and with an older sibling or adult is always a smart idea. It’s safer and groups are more visible to drivers.
• When crossing the street, use designated intersections and crosswalks. Be sure to stop, look, listen, and think. Jaywalking is not a safe idea.
• Be alert and aware of your surroundings.
• Put cell phones and gaming devices away.

Parents and Drivers:

• Avoid driving during peak trick-or-treating hours on Halloween night (5:00 to 8:00 p.m.).
• If you are driving and must drop off or pick up children, make sure you pull over into a safe zone and turn vehicle hazard lights on.
• Make sure your vehicle’s headlights are on. Communicate with other drivers by using your turn signals.
• Eliminate distractions – turn down music and put your cell phones away.
• When backing out of parking spaces or driveways, always watch for children.
• Slow down to at least 10 km below the speed limit when driving through school zones and residential areas.
• Watch out for excited children walking or running as they may not be thinking about road safety.
• If you plan to party, put the keys away. Always plan a safe ride home.

For further information and media interviews, contact:

Angel Blair 
Senior Communications Specialist &
CAA School Safety Patrol Coordinator 
CAA Saskatchewan
Angel.Blair@caask.ca
(306) 216-7362