Creating the world’s first accessible holiday tradition.
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Almost half a million children in Canada and five million in the United States identify as having one or more disabilities, facing barriers that can prevent them from being included in the joy of trick-or-treating alongside their over 40 million parents, siblings, caregivers, and friends. Our grassroots movement began in 2017, driven by our family's passion for inclusion in support of all disabilities.
2017
Our home proudly displays the first Accessible Trick-or-Treating Sign, creating a welcoming space for one little boy using a wheelchair in our neighbourhood.
2018
Inspired by the stories of seven families whose children with disabilities, mobility, sensory and neurological, had never experienced Halloween traditionally this way at our home, we set out to grow our movement into a powerful force for change, making Halloween the world's first accessible holiday for all disabilities.
2019
The national news shares the story of Treat Accessibly with Homeowners across Canada and over 25,000 homes join the movement.
2020
A remarkable 150,000 homes across Canada join our movement, proudly showcasing their own free Accessible Trick-or-Treating Signs, all made possible by the generous support of RE/MAX Agents.
2021
The world’s first Treat Accessibly Halloween Village takes shape in Toronto, hosting 900 people for children with disabilities. A street closure transforms the day into a magical experience, with over 30 homes participating in this inclusive celebration, thanks to the amazing vision and support from Canadian Tire.
2022
The Treat Accessibly message reaches even more hearts, featured on every Halloween Kinder Chocolate® Mini and Kinder Bueno Mini pack sold across Canada, spreading awareness far and wide. With Canadian Tire's help, we expand Treat Accessibly Halloween Villages to nine cities, creating more joyful opportunities for inclusion.
2023
Ontario’s Minister of Seniors and Accessibility, Raymond Cho, recognizes our family and Siena, applauding the profound impact of Treat Accessibly in "changing the world" so children with disabilities feel valued and embraced, uniting local communities in the pursuit of accessibility.
2024
More than 230,000 free lawn signs are distributed through the support of RE/MAX and our new partner, the Pet Valu Family of Stores. We celebrate 28 Treat Accessibly Halloween Villages nationwide thanks to Canadian Tire, as mayors from Ottawa, Calgary, Edmonton, Hamilton, and Surrey share their support through videos and attendance, with Edmonton proclaiming the first official Treat Accessibly Day. Homeowners in the United States join us, proudly printing their own lawn signs.
2025
We will forward Cities across Canada to ignite excitement by declaring Treat Accessibly Day on October 16 simultaneously, fostering a profound sense of community. We will continue the mass distribution of free lawn signs and host nine more Treat Accessibly Halloween Villages across Canada. We will work to officially expand our movement to the U.S., ensuring no child feels excluded and no parent feels alone on Halloween night across North America.
2026
2027
With Halloween falling on a Saturday and Sunday, we envision these years as the pinnacle of shared neighbourhood action for accessible inclusion, creating the most extraordinary celebrations of community inclusion the world has ever seen.
How Can I Help?
No matter what kind of home you have: apartment, house, condo, etc. as long as you have children trick-or-treating in your neighbourhood you should ensure that all children can participate and enjoy themselves. You can help by taking a couple of simple steps.
Accessible Trick-or-Treating
Setting up and organizing your trick-or-treating station to be accessible to all children is simple and easy to do. Just follow our tips and you'll have something that's inclusive for your entire community.
Organize an Event
Sometimes it's easier for children with a disability and their caregivers to trick-or-treat during the day. Organizing an event in your community can ensure that all children experience the joy of dressing as their favourite character and get into the trick-or-treating spirit!
Read Our Online Book
Share with your family, friends, and students the real life story of Atticus and how his Halloween became an accessible trick-or-treating experience with the help of Treat Accessibly.
Spread the Word
You're probably here because, like us, you think that it's important to have a world where every child can enjoy trick-or-treating at Halloween. Please help spread the word about accessible trick-or-treating to your family, friends, and others in your community.
How about posting on your favourite social media platform? (please tag us in your post)
Thanks to the cities, municipalities, and regions that have already officially announced their support for an accessible and inclusive trick-or-treating experience.
Halloween Villages
Check out our photo galleries from our past Villages.
Treat Accessibly Halloween Villages create a curb-side Accessible Trick-or-Treating experience so that any child of any ability can experience a traditional Halloween.
Villages are scheduled during the day in the weeks prior to Halloween to make it easier for parents and caregivers to plan and organize.
Register now for one of our 9 Halloween Villages occurring across Canada in 2024!
Watch this video from the 2021 Halloween Village in Toronto, Ontario to learn more.
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