Posted on 03/19/2014, 2:57 pm, by mySteinbach

Manitoba Public Insurance statistics show that in Canada, more than 70 children under the age of 13 are killed and more than 10,000 are injured in collisions every year.

While a simple click does for adult passengers, young ones on the road need some special attention. There are several things you can do to protect your child in a collision:

  • Always buckle your child in
  • Always buckle yourself in, for you will be unable to assist your child if you are thrown from your vehicle in a collision
  • Know which car seat to use for your child’s stage of development. The four stages are rear-facing for infants, forward-facing for small children, booster seats and seatbelts
  • Look for the National Safety mark  when purchasing a car seat, and ensure it meets Canada’s Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
  • Check the expiry date before purchasing a car seat, as an expired seat means the plastic could be compromised, reducing the seat’s ability to protect your child in a collision
  • Replace any car seat that has been in a collision as its structure may be compromised
  • Check Transport Canada’s website to see if there are any recalls or public notices relating to child car seats

More information about child car seats

Make sure your little one is safe and secure when in a vehicle. Please buckle up and drive safely.