Safety at The Zoo
The Star recently reported on the increase in accidents at the zoo for 2016. According to the story, accidents increased from 122 in 2015 to 174 in 2016. This total is significantly higher than the...
Tagged: Accidents
What to Do If You are a Victim of a Burn Injury
If you or a loved one is the victim of a burn injury, your first priority is to seek medical attention. A burn injury, even a minor burn, can result in pe rmanent scarring...
Drowning Prevention
We love our beaches, lakes, rivers, and streams. Water sports are a huge part of life for many Canadians. However, our love for water can increase the risk of drowning for children and adults....
What to Do If You’ve Been Injured in A Cycling Accident
According to the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA), more than 7,500 bicyclists are injured each year in Canada. During 2014, 35 riders lost their lives in traffic-related accidents. Sadly, the Ontario chief coroner released a...
The Risk of Injury at Summer Camps
More injuries and accidents involving children occur in the summer months than any other time of the year. Many of those injuries occur while children are attending summer camp. Summer camp is a wonderful...
Why Tired Driving Can Be Just as Bad as Driving Under the Influence
Fatigued driving or drowsy driving is a serious problem in Ontario and throughout North America. It is estimated that tired driving is a factor in up to 21 percent of motor vehicle accidents resulting...
Steps to Making Your Victoria Day Celebrations Safe
Many people celebrate Victoria Day with fireworks. While fireworks are an exciting and wonderful way to celebrate Victoria Day, caution must be exercised when using fireworks. As lovely as fireworks are, they are just...
How to Have Fun and Stay Safe During Your Favourite Summer Activities
What are your favourite summer activities in Ontario? Maybe you visit Sauble Beach or Muskoka to enjoy sun and fun on the sand. On the other hand, maybe you prefer to hike and explore...
Preventing Playground Accidents
With summer only a few brief months away, it’s almost time for children to be out of school and spending a great deal of time outside. Most young children love the opportunity to play...
