October 23, 2019
Dear Parents,
To help your children be safe – and seen – this Halloween, Manitoba Public Insurance is pleased to provide reflective Halloween treat bags to all trick-or-treaters from Kindergarten through Grade 6.
Road safety is important every day of the year, but Halloween presents unique challenges as large numbers of children are on community streets after dark.
Please keep your ghosts and goblins safe this year by using their reflective treat bags, and by following these important road safety reminders:
• Look all ways for traffic before crossing the street. • Never cross between parked cars. • Always walk – never run – across the street. • Take care when crossing at traffic lights and stop signs by waiting for vehicles to come to a complete stop and making eye contact with drivers. • Remember that cars cannot stop quickly in wet or icy conditions.
As parents, please be cautious of masks that may obscure your child’s vision. Also be cautious with dark costumes that may be difficult for drivers to see. As well, consider walking with your children or have them travel in groups.
Thank you for helping to make this a safe and happy Halloween.
Sincerely,
Satvir Jatana Vice-President, HR & Corporate Services and CHRO
