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Do not use baby walkers
Baby walkers are banned in Canada. Baby walkers have caused more injuries to young children than any other nursery product. In Canada, approximately 500 babies were injured every year while using a walker - nearly three walker injuries every day.
Baby walkers are dangerous
Walkers are dangerous because they allow a child to reach higher and move faster than the child could on their own.
Baby walkers are banned
The ban applies to the sale of both new and second-hand baby walkers sold through flea markets, garage sales or thrift stores. Modified baby walkers with the wheels removed are also banned.
Stop using a baby walker
Parents who own a baby walker should stop using it. Before disposing of the baby walker, cut the seat and remove the wheels.
For more information on the hazards of baby walker visit Product Safety, Health Canada's website or call 1 866-662-0666.
