Injury Prevention

Stop injuries before they happen

Every day, two Canadian children die from unintentional injuries and another 80 require hospitalization. These are staggering statistics as many could have been avoided had better preventative steps been taken.

It’s the little things that matter when it comes to protecting children from getting hurt. By providing a safe sleep environment for your children, ensuring they wear a helmet when skating, riding a bike or scooter or using car seats, booster seats and seatbelts properly for every car ride — you can make a difference to your child’s safety.

Did You Know...

A child’s skull can fracture on impact at only 7 km/h
A child’s skull is only 1 centimetre thick and can be fractured at only 7 km/h. Kids on bikes often travel at these speeds or faster. Get your kids to wear helmets when cycling and wear one yourself to set a good example.

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