Under 10
1.2%
76 votes
10-11 Years Old
13.2%
809 votes
12-13 Years Old
33.8%
2073 votes
14 Years+
32.5%
1993 votes
Depends on the child
19.4%
1190 votes
At What Age Should Kids Be Allowed to Stay Home Alone?
There isn’t one “right” age for every child to stay home alone. Some children are responsible and confident at a younger age, while others may need more time before they’re ready.
Parents also have to consider factors like how long a child would be alone, whether younger siblings are involved, the safety of the neighbourhood, and whether the child knows what to do in an emergency.
So we’re asking Canadian parents:
At what age should children be allowed to stay home alone?
Cast your vote and see how your opinion compares with other families across Canada. We’ll share the results in a future article exploring how parents are approaching this important milestone.