Nextdoor Holdings, Inc. announced the return of its annual Treat Map, a trusted tool that helps Canadian families celebrate Halloween safely. For the sixth consecutive year, this beloved interactive guide helps neighbors connect to the best of their neighbourhood during Halloween. The Treat Map is the go-to tool for finding the most festive homes, securing trick-or-treat routes, and connecting with trusted households, all while keeping the spirit of the season alive.
From now through October 31, neighbors can place a pin on the Treat Map to share their plans, signalling whether they will be handing out treats or showcasing spooktacular decorations. To help trick-or-treaters plan their perfect night, neighbors can add photos and notes to their pins, sharing details like candy offerings (including king-sized bars!), allergy-friendly treat options, or neighbors working together to create safety zones. A new survey by Nextdoor and Angus Reid reveals that nearly 6 in 10 Canadians want additional safety measures during Halloween, with road safety (63%) and safety around other people (36%) topping the list of concerns.
More findings include: Other top safety concerns for Canadians this Halloween include weather conditions (40%), food safety (31%) and bullying (25%). British Columbia (68%), Atlantic Canada (67%), and Ontario (64%) are the provinces most concerned about road safety nationally. Alberta (51%) ranks as the province most concerned about weather safety nationally.
The majority of Canadians (59%) want safety measures in place, such as more police patrols (32%), temporary road closures (25%), and designated safe trick-or-treat zones (24%). 67% of Canadians perceive their neighbourhood just as safe as it was 5 years ago, while 16% say it has become less safe. With road safety top of mind for Canadians this Halloween, neighbors can turn to Nextdoor's new Alerts map, which provides real-time updates on crime, closures, and other community safety information to help ensure a secure night of trick-or-treating.
