COVID-19 cancelled haunted houses this year, but Regina haunters are still turning their front lawns into spooky spectacles.

Kids will soon get all dressed up to hit the streets for some long-awaited treats, but health officials are still reminding everyone to stay vigilant and follow COVID-19 guidelines.

The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) is 'not telling people not to trick-or-treat.'

The province said on Tuesday those in Zone 5 can celebrate Halloween only within their household bubble.

A Moncton woman creates a COVID-19-friendly Halloween

Health units advise you wear a cloth face mask if you're going to go trick-or-treating.

"Bats, plague doctor, vampires have been really big for us and kids wanting to be scary."

As of Monday, Toronto, Ottawa, Peel and York regions are all in a modified Stage 2 due to high volumes of COVID-19 cases.

Speaking at her regular Thursday news conference, B.C's top doctor said it is still possible to trick-or-treat safely as long as recommendations are followed.

“Halloween is a fun celebration but I am concerned about parties and behaviours that would see us letting our guard down."