Personal Safety Tools

In Canada, items marketed as self-defence weapons are considered ILLEGAL. Carrying anything intended to harm another person (such as pepper spray, stun guns, batons, brass knuckles, or concealed knives) can be considered a weapon. Personal safety in Canada focuses on prevention and lawful safety strategies rather than weapons.

Legal Personal Safety Tools

In Canada, personal safety is centered on lawful, non-weapon tools that help deter threats, attract attention, and support prevention rather than causing harm. Examples of legal self-defence and safety items include:

👉 Personal safety alarms (loud sound to attract attention)

👉 Flashlights (high-lumen flashlights used for visibility)

👉 Whistles (loud enough to be heard from far away)

👉 No-touch tools (for pressing buttons, not striking)

👉 Mobile safety apps (GPS sharing, emergency alerts)

Individual safety alarms, flashlights, whistles and no-touch tools can all be found on Amazon Canada for under $15 CAD

Personal Safety Keychain

This Personal Safety Keychain puts all the essential personal safety tools on one convenient keychain, including a no-touch door opener, safety whistle, mini flashlight, cat-shaped personal alarm, cute pom-pom charm, and wrist band. It comes in 5 different colors, and is available for only $19.99 CAD on Amazon Canada.

👉 Order yours here: Personal Safety Keychain

Life360 App

Life360 is a powerful safety app that helps people feel connected and protected—especially those experiencing stalking or harassment. Features like real-time location sharing, place alerts, and SOS emergency alerts allow trusted family or friends to quickly check in and respond if something feels wrong, offering added peace of mind. Best of all, Life360 is completely free, making it an easy and accessible safety tool.

👉 Download the app here: Life360

Staying Safe in Public

  • Trust your instincts and stay aware of your surroundings in public spaces.
  • Vary routines when possible and plan safe places along your routes.
  • Keep your phone charged, avoid sharing real-time locations online, and use emergency features if needed.
  • Stay in well-lit, populated areas, position yourself near exits, and ask staff or bystanders for help if you feel unsafe.
  • Use confident body language, call someone if followed, and go to a public place or police station rather than home.

Staying Safe Online

  • Keep social media accounts private, limit who can view or message you, and regularly review follower lists.
  • Avoid sharing real-time locations, daily routines, or identifying details online.
  • Use strong, unique passwords with two-factor authentication on all accounts.
  • Block and report suspicious or harassing accounts and save screenshots or messages as evidence.
  • Check privacy and location settings on apps and devices, and tell a trusted person if online behavior feels unsafe.

Did You Know?

There is a universal "Signal for Help"

The universal “Signal for Help” is a tool to help those who feel threatened or need help, created by the Canadian Women’s Foundation. It’s a simple one-handed gesture someone can use, without leaving a digital trace, to communicate they need someone to safely check in and support them.

*Mention of safety devices is for informational purposes only. We do not sell, endorse, or guarantee the effectiveness or legality of any product.

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