Booster seat stage

Over 18 kg (40 lb)

Weights vary from car seat to car seat. Your child car seat manufacturer's instructions will advise you if the seat is suitable for your child as well as explain which equipment is required.

Guidelines to follow

• seat faces forward
• lap belt snug over hips
• shoulder belt snug across middle of shoulder and chest
• middle of child's ear should not be above the back of the seat

There are 3 types of booster seats sold in Canada:

• High-back booster seat - This booster seat has a high back and provides head and neck support in a vehicle without head rests. Must be used with a lap/shoulder seatbelt assembly.
• No-back booster seat - This booster seat has no back and is designed for vehicles that have adjustable head rests. Must be used with a lap/shoulder seatbelt assembly.
• 3-in-1 combination seat - A 2-in-1 or 3-in-1 seat that is adapted as your child grows. It starts as a car seat with harness system for your baby/child and converts into a booster seat with the harness straps removed.

Installation check

Have your car seat checked by a trained technician to verify you're doing it properly. Find a certified technician or view the car seat clinic schedule for a clinic in your area.

To see a demonstration of how to properly install a car seat, check out the videos on the Safe Kids Canada website.

Child car seat campaigns

Booster Bear is our friendly, animated bear who encourages children to use a booster seat and helps parents to ensure they get the right fit.