Discovering Canada

Safety and Security

As in any country at any time, common sense is the pillar of personal safety and security. Canada is considered very safe by most. Violent crime is very low, but being aware of your surroundings by following a few key recommendations listed below always helps. At Home  Keep doors and windows locked when you are not actively using them  Never share personal identifying information over the phone

 Never tell strangers about household routines  Ensure the exterior of your home is well lit.  Installing a security system can help increase safety within the home

On the Streets  Be aware of your surroundings and avoid traveling to unsafe areas at night alone  Pay attention to personal belongings in large crowds to avoid pick-pocketing  Keep photocopies of important documents at home in case of theft In the Car  While driving, keep your doors locked  Inside the vehicle, keep packages and personal belongings out of sight or in the trunk  Tell your children to never accept rides from people they don’t know  Drive in accordance to those around you, especially in poor weather conditions Emergency IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY DIAL 911 FOR FIRE, POLICE, AND AMBULANCE Any time you are in serious danger or witness an accident or a crime, dial 911 immediately. If possible, remain on the phone with the 911 operator until help arrives. If the person calling 911 is unable to speak English, they can tell the operator what language they speak. The 911 Operator can access an interpreter to assist with the translation. They will ask for your name, address, and phone number so it is important to have this information accessible to all members of your family. Helpful Hint: If you accidentally call 911, do not hang up; simply explain to the operator the call was an accident. If you hang up, the operator will call you back and unless you answer, police, fire, and emergency crews will automatically be dispatched to your home to make sure there are no problems.

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