Safety
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Nov, 2016
What to Do When You’re in a Fender Bender
Accidents happen every day and some are more serious than others. A simple fender bender can be more of an inconvenience than anything, but even minor car accidents need to be properly taken care of. If you find yourself the victim of a minor car accident, follow these five steps. Assess if you are Injured […]
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Oct, 2016
Nighttime Driving Safety Tips
Accidents can happen any time of day, but with reduced visibility at night the risks are higher. Drivers should be extra aware of their surroundings at night. Here are five nighttime driving safety tips for all drivers: Ensure all lights are in perfect working order You likely won’t know that you have burnt out lights […]
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Jul, 2016
Understanding Sports Injuries and Liability
A sports injury can be detrimental to anyone, from the professional athletes who get paid to play their favourite sports to the regular day person who takes part in recreational team sports like hockey, basketball, soccer, rugby, and lacrosse, and individual sports like tennis, skiing, and snowboarding. When you are injured during a sports activity, […]
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Jun, 2016
4 Tips for Safe Summer Swimming
Now that summer weather is upon us we can finally take that long awaited dip in the pool. And nothing says goodbye to winter like doing a cannonball off the dock into the lake. Whether it’s a back yard pool party or a cottage beach bash, it’s important to exercise some basic swimming safety tips […]
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May, 2016
Safety Tips For The Summer Boating Season
Every year, more than 500 Canadians die in water-related fatalities – 166 deaths per year are in boating-related incidents. So many of those accidents can be avoided. You simply have to keep a range of safe boating tips in mind. These tips are fairly straightforward. Understanding them will give you a safe boating season that […]
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Mar, 2016
Five Tips to Reduce Cycling Accidents
It should come as a surprise to no one that the popularity of cycling is on the rise across the country. There are plenty of reasons for this – from an increased emphasis on personal and environmental health and welfare to gas prices being what they are – but the bottom line is that with […]
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Feb, 2016
Are You a Safe Snowmobiler?
Whether you hopped on a snowmobile to get around in the snow easier, or if you just want to have a little fun out in the cold. Riders in Ottawa, Kingston, and throughout Eastern Ontario love to explore the scenic trails and add some adventure to the otherwise dreary winter months. At the same time, […]
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Jan, 2016
Top 10 Winter Driving Safety Tips
Driving your car in the winter can be pretty scary, especially if you don’t know anything about safety. Don’t go anywhere without keeping yourself and your vehicle protected. Check Your Tires Make sure that all your tires are in good working order before you pull out of the driveway. Your tires should be properly inflated […]
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Nov, 2015
5 ATV Safety Tips Every Driver Should Follow
If you have ATV or four wheeler, you know exactly how much fun it can be to ride around your own property or out on trails – but you also know that things can get pretty dicey if you aren’t paying attention to safety tips and tricks that keep you from having a nasty accident. […]
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Sep, 2015
How to Drive Safely in the Rain
Of course, it’s important to drive prudently and stay alert at all times. That being said, there are some weather conditions that simply require more attention than others. If the roads are wet, or if it is raining, there are even more hazards that can cause car accidents. Keep some of the following things in […]