By Canadian Press

COVID-19 won’t spook away trick-or-treating if safety rules followed: health officers

Oct 13, 2020 | 12:32 PM

OTTAWA — Canada’s chief public health officer says trick-or-treating should be possible this Halloween as long as little goblins take precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Dr. Theresa Tam cautions, however, that parents should listen to local public health authorities for advice on their particular communities.

Tam says outdoor trick-or-treating can be safe when people respect physical distancing, wear masks, use hand sanitizer and ensure treats are pre-packaged.

She notes a cloth mask can even be incorporated into some costumes.

Deputy chief public health officer Howard Njoo says Halloween celebrations will vary across the country.

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But he points to the way people creatively adapted to safely enjoy Thanksgiving as an example to follow.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 13, 2020.

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