Fifteen years of making Halloween inclusive for kids of all abilities
Richmond Hill - With dark and crowded streets, inaccessible walkways and sensory overload, traditional Halloween activities often overlook the needs of kids and youth with disabilities and developmental needs.
For some children, especially those with sensory or mobility challenges, it can be an overwhelming experience that impacts their enjoyment and ability to participate in Halloween.
Since 2010, Children’s Treatment Network (CTN), in partnership with The Regional Municipality of York and Oak Valley Health’s Markham Stouffville Hospital have worked to make Halloween trick-or-treating a fun and enjoyable experience for all children, with their Inclusive Halloween Event.
CTN and community partners welcome kids and youth with disabilities and developmental needs for inclusive trick-or-treating in a safe, sensory sensitive and accessible environment.
Event Details
What: Inclusive Halloween Event
When: Friday, October 24, 2025 from 4 to 7 p.m.
Where: Richmond Hill Multi-Service Hub 13175 Yonge St, Richmond Hill, ON L4E 0G6
Who: Kids and youth with disabilities and developmental needs (0 to 19 years old) and their families.
Additional Information
This year, on October 24, 2025, CTN, York Region and Oak Valley Health are celebrating the 15th anniversary of the Inclusive Halloween Event and are inviting local media to attend and capture this fun and welcoming celebration.
Held every year at the Richmond Hill Multi-Service Hub, the event takes place one week before Halloween and features a photo booth, a trick-or-treat experience and a musical sensory space with Harmonic Expressions, all in a safe and inclusive environment. Approximately 200 children along with their families attend annually. Families will also enjoy special appearances from York Regional Police, York Region Paramedic Services and Richmond Hill Fire.
For more information about the Inclusive Halloween or Children’s Treatment Network, visit ctnsy.ca
For information about The Regional Municipality of York’s Children Services, visit york.ca/Children
For information about Oak Valley Health, visit oakvalleyhealth.ca
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Media Contact:
Media that are interested in attending can contact May Lewars, Manager, Communications, Children’s Treatment Network at @email
