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Food allergy and Halloween

With the pandemic, this year’s Halloween will be different. Some of you will be trick-or-treating with extra safety precautions or celebrating in your social bubble.

For kids with food allergy, Halloween can present a few challenges and it can be overwhelming at times for parents, especially if you have a child who is newly diagnosed.

In this section, you have access to a host of tips, tools, and other resources, so you can navigate this holiday safely:

#ShineATealLight on Food Allergy#ShineATealLight on food allergy

Be a part of the movement and help to #ShineATealLight on Halloween to create food allergy awareness and education across Canada.

Halloween Contest#ShineATealLight Colouring Contest

Colour our “Shine a teal light” posters for a chance to win a special teal prize pack!

Plus, the posters can be displayed on your front porch to let kids know you have allergy-friendly treats or non-food treats.

Tips to keep kids safeTrick-or-treating tips to keep kids safe

Learn how to stay safe while trick-or-treating and discover what you can do with the candies afterwards.

FundraiseBe bright! Be brilliant! Stand out this Halloween

Fundraise with these different event ideas. Help to make a difference this Halloween season!

Free ResourcesFree resources

Download and share posters, flyers, activity sheets, and more!

Share how you’re keeping Halloween safe for all, whether that’s with shining a teal light, having candy alternatives, or raising funds.

Stay InformedStay informed

Get essential allergy-related news, like food recalls, research information, events, and other allergy-related news that impact you and your family.

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