Personal safety is important to everyone, but children, women, the elderly, and persons with disabilities are targeted more. Here are some helpful hints to improve personal safety.

• Use only initials and surnames on mailboxes, directory, etc.
• Never open doors to strangers who do not provide proper identification
• Do not display large amounts of money in public or keep it in the home
• Don't leave keys in obvious places
• Walk on well-lit streets
• When in public, be aware of your surroundings

On average, a residential burglary occurs in Canada every 90 seconds. Simple low-cost methods, such as making sure doors and windows are shut and locked can deter many would-be thieves.