Risk of Youth Ice Hockey
When you participate in a sport, you realize there is a risk of injury. From sprains, strains, and fractures to broken bones and brain injuries, most sports include some risk of injury for players....
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Snowmobile Safety
Thousands of people throughout Canada enjoy the snow each year on their snowmobiles. Snowmobiles can be a fun and exciting way to enjoy the snow each year. However, snowmobiles can also be deadly. At...
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...
Safety While Mountain Biking
Mountain biking is exciting, thrilling, and amazing, but it can also be very dangerous. Regarding of whether you are climbing or descending, there are dangers you encounter that can result in a mounting biking...
How to Prevent Child Heatstroke in Cars
It is summer! Time for family vacations, trips to the beach, and lazy days spent at the lake. However, it is also a dangerous time for children, especially young children, who are left in...
Inline Skating Safety
Inline skating is a great way to exercise and unwind; however, it can also be dangerous. Accidents caused by dangerous premises, negligent drivers, or defective products can result in a terrible accident that causes...
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....
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...
How to Make Sure Your Parents Are Not Victims of Elder Abuse
Making the decision to place a family member in a nursing home can be one of the toughest decisions you make in your lifetime. For many individuals, moving into an assisted living facility or...
How to Prevent Injuries While Cycling in the Rain
Avid bicyclists do not allow a little rain to stop them from enjoying one of their favorite activities. Other riders are simply caught in an unexpected rainstorm while out enjoying an afternoon of riding...
