Early Halloween celebration for children with disabilities in 9 Canadian cities [Video]

A week and a half before Halloween, residents living along one Hillhurst street were handing out treats early.

“This is amazing,” says Mac Walsh.

He made his Buzz Lightyear costume himself to fit over his walker.

“I know that when I was little this did not exist so I think it’s so cool  that it can be sensory-friendly,” Walsh said, “and not (take place) in the dark and not scary and just so much fun for everybody who wants to participate.”

Treat Accessibly was started because not all children can run from house to house or climb stairs to get candy.

The initiative, which started in 2017, ensures all children who identify with a mobility, sensory or intellectual disability get a chance to make Halloween memories.

Hillhurst residents handed out treats Saturday at Treats Accessibly in Calgary

“Treat Accessibly is not a difficult change from the tradition of trick-or-treating,” said co-founder Rich Padulo. “What you want …