Safety Services in Middlesex County

Services across Middlesex County and City of London

Child Safety
First Aid and Safety Courses

School Bus Safety

School Bus Safety – Ontario Government

Student safety rules (boarding, riding, exiting)
Driver laws and penalties
Stop-arm rules and fines
Link to the book The School Bus is Here!, a free children's storybook from the Ministry of Education to learn about school bus safety in a fun and engaging way with your child.

School Bus Rider Safety Training Videos

First time rider videos
Kindergarten, Grade 8 content
Accessible formats (French, captions, described video)

Bus Safety Videos (Sudbury Consortium)

Provincial School Bus Safety Video Collection

Bus evacuation training
“Danger zone” awareness
Seatbelt use
Age-specific videos (JK–Grade 8)

CAA – Getting to School Safely

Parent guidance
Drop-off safety
Distracted driving prevention
Emphasizes removing distractions for kids and drivers

Story-Based Books about Bus Safety

“Danger Zone: A Book About School Bus Safety”

By Vincent W. Goett & Carolyn Larsen
A short, story-driven book where kids learn safety rules after a scary moment
Works well for JK–Grade 2

"School Bus Safety” by Becky Coyle

Bright illustrations + simple rhymes
Covers approaching, riding, and exiting the bus safely
Best for ages 3–6

“School Bus Safety: An Introduction to Rules and Safety on the School Bus”

Also by Becky Coyle (slightly more detailed version)
Great for ages 6–8
Focuses on clear, step-by-step expectations

“The School Bus is Here!” (Ontario Ministry of Education)

FREE downloadable storybook for families
Designed specifically to teach school bus safety in a fun, engaging way
Can be read on tablets or printed

Helpful Resources

Car Seats:

Middlesex London Health Unit - Car Seat Safety
London Health Sciences - Car Seat Safety
London Health Sciences Centre - Car Seat Installation Video
Ministry of Transportation - Information on Child Car Seat Restraints
Ministry of Transportation - Child Car Seat- Recalls & Safety Alerts

Product Recalls:
Product, toy, baby equipment recalls
Child Car Seat Recalls & Safety Alerts

Home Safety:
Home Safety Checklist: This easy to use checklist can assist you in child-proofing your home.

Choking Prevention:
Did you know? Choking is a leading cause of injury for young children but choking can usually be prevented. Safety tips from Middlesex-London Health Unit.

Indigenous Services

Information on Indigenous Services

Health and social services for Indigenous communities are often a combination of traditional healing, primary care, cultural programs, health promotion programs, resource centres, community development initiatives, and social support services. Indigenous peoples are the descendants of the original inhabitants of North America, who identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit.

The three First Nations communities closest in proximity to Middlesex County and the City of London are: Chippewa of the Thames First Nation (part of the Anishinaabe); Oneida Nation of the Thames (part of the Haudenosaunee); and, Munsee-Delaware Nation (part of the Leni-Lunaape).

Need More Help?

Community Connectors are fundamental to helping Middlesex County families get connected to the services and supports they need. Contact a Community Connector by phone, email or in-person. Visit the Community Connector page for more information.

For More Information

For more information on safety services visit the Parenting page on Familyinfo.ca.

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