Navigating Community
Name 2 different things to remember when safely crossing a street.
Look both ways, cross only when the 'walk' sign is lit, walk single file, wait until cars are stopped, wait until driver of the car waves you on, use crosswalks.
What is a stranger?
Someone you don't know.
Why might a stranger approach you in the community?
Ask for money, directions, information, want to talk to you about something, try to sell you something.
Is telling someone your first and last name an example of sharing private information?
Yes
Look it up on a map if you don't know.
What might happen if you are not paying attention when you are walking on the sidewalk?
You might bump into someone, someone could take something from you, you could walk into a sign or post, you could miss your turn.
What is a reason you might have to talk to a stranger?
Ask for directions, get help, if you're at a store.
What is something you can say to someone if you don't want to give them your money or time?
No or No, thank you
If you tell someone what your favorite restaurant is are you telling them personal information?
There is not really a yes or no answer to this question. Trust your gut. If you feel comfortable sharing this information and feel safe. If this information is used for any of your passwords, do not tell it.
Name 3 places near where you live that you would feel comfortable asking the employees for directions.
If you don't know, look it up on a map.
How can you as a pedestrian walking on the sidewalk stay safe with bikers around.
Be aware that there might be bikers around. Move to the side to let them pass. If there is a bike lane, be mindful to stay out of it.
List 3 examples of safe strangers.
Firemen, policemen, librarians, bankers, people working at stores, people working at a community center.
What do you do if someone asks for your email address so they can get information to you about something?
If you know what the information is about, you want it, and you think it is safe, you can say yes.
If you don't know what the information is about and don't want it say no.
If someone asks for a friend's email address that you have is it ok to give it out?
No
If you are in the community with a group and you need to use the washroom. What should you do?
Let the group know that you need to use the washroom and ask them to wait for you.
Is it safe to cross the street in the middle of the road, and not in a cross walk?
No
If you are lost in the community what can you do to make sure you are safe?
Find a safe space, ask someone for help, use your phone to call someone to help you, use the maps app on your phone to find directions.
Someone says they have an emergency and need to use your phone to call 911, what would you do?
What is an example about when it is safe to share private information.
Signing a contract for a cell phone, meeting a new doctor, or talking to a bank teller.
What do you do when a stranger on the bus begins to ask you personal questions?
Move seats or ask the bus driver to help you.
What are some resources that you can access to find out how to get somewhere new?
Google maps online, a phone map app, City of Barrie app (transit section), a family member or a friend.
You are downtown Barrie, what are 3 places that would be safe go to if you needed help?
If you are in the community and someone follows you while asking you for money and won't leave you alone what can you do?
Ask for help from staff at a store, find a security office or a police officer. Go into a store or place you feel safe in and let them know you feel uncomfortable.
How much information is it safe to share with friends?
Trick question! It depends on how close you are and how comfortable you feel sharing the information. Not everyone has the same relationship with you. If you don't know if it's ok to share something, you can ask a family member or someone you trust.
If you are walking down the street and your phone rings, what should you do?
Move to the side, check your surroundings, answer the phone, don't start walking again until the call is finished, put your phone safely away, and continue on your walk.