Outdoor Safety

Fresh air, sunlight, nature – the great outdoors can help babies and children grow and develop physically, socially, and emotionally. But there are many dangers to babies and children that can be very serious and even fatal. Drowning, dog bites, sunburns, frostbite – babies and children need protection.

Playground Safety

Playgrounds can provide a stimulating environment for a healthy, active living, and can be a contributing factor in your child's development. Most playground injuries such as cuts, bruises, and sprains, are minor, but some can be quite serious. Falls account for almost ¾ of all playground injuries, and in Manitoba, are the leading cause of hospitalization in children aged 5 to 14. More information

General

• Baby Strollers & Carriages – Learn about what to look for in a good stroller or carriage and how to use it safely.
• Bear Safety Tips
• Children on the farm (Canada Safety Council)
• Healthy Pets, Healthy People – How to avoid the diseases that pets can spread to people.
• Preparing for an out of country travel vacation

Spring/Summer

• Beach Safety Program – To promote safety on our beaches, Manitoba Parks has instituted a Beach Safety Program to help you and your family enjoy Manitoba's waterways as safely as possible.
• Backyard Pool Safety
• Backyard rivers, lakes & ponds safety
• Bike Safety & Helmet Information
• Drowning Prevention: Playgrounds & Water Features
• Flood Stress Information – When floods threaten individuals, families and communities, it's normal to experience strong emotions. The stress of losing a home or treasured possessions can take a serious toll.
• Hot topic: Summer safety
• Insect Repellents for Children – How to combat bug bites.
• Lyme Disease Information
• Open water safety
• Safe Boating Guide – Safety essentials to remember before heading out on the water with children.
• Sun Safety Guide – Sunburns and suntans are evidence of skin injury.
• Sun: Protecting Your Child's Skin
• Tick Information: Identifying, Treating & Testing

Fall/Winter

• Frostbite – Skin can freeze in cold wind, rain or snow. Find out what you can do to prevent it.
• Halloween Safety Tips
• Tick Information: Identifying, Treating & Testing
• Winter Weather Safety – Extreme cold temperatures can threaten personal safety. Find out what steps to take to have a safe winter.
• Winter Safety – Tips to help parents and children enjoy winter activities safely.

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