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When the weather outside turns from frightful to enjoyable, everyone gets the urge to spend more time outdoors. But more people outside means more opportunities for warm-weather activities to cause injury and harm. When it’s time to bring out the pool toys and patio furniture, it’s also time to practise these summer safety tips: When walking: You might not associate …
Summer is a great time to go swimming, and pools and beaches come to life with families enjoying the water. In addition, swimming is a form of cardiovascular exercise as well as a fun way to get a reprieve from the hot sun. But, there are some precautions you should take when you’re swimming this summer. Follow these 6 tips …
High humidity is a common problem in many parts of Canada in the summer. However, it doesn’t become a real issue until it permeates your home, causing mould growth and subsequent health problems for you and your family. Moulds are organisms that break down animal matter and dead plants. To reproduce, mould develops spores, which are not visible to the …
Admittedly, insurance advertising isn’t exactly cutting edge in many cases. But, there are always exceptions that prove even insurance brokers have a sense of humour! In case you missed it, there was a viral video on Youtube this year that offered a catchy song (you know those ones that get stuck in your head for days!), along with some funny …
When Canada Day came around this year, it got us thinking about all the Canadians who have made an impact on the world. While there are too many to name here, we’d like to celebrate Canada with a quick list of our 10 favourite Canadians. Here’s who they are and why we picked them! 1. KD Lang Who doesnt love …
Almost 9 million boaters navigate Canada’s waterways each year. To make boating safer for all, the Canadian Coast Guard launched a mandatory licensing program for pleasure craft powerboat operators in 1999. Today all boat operators, regardless of age or engine horsepower, must carry proof of competency or risk a $250 fine. Provincial Police, Conservation Officers and the RCMP are responsible …
As the nice weather approaches, our thoughts turn to getting back outdoors. Maybe your home already has a swimming pool, or maybe this is the year you invest in installing one for your family? If you are considering such an investment or have already added one, please let us know. A new swimming pool often increases the value of your …
Nothing beats roasted marshmallows and scary ghost stories around a crackling fire on a warm summer evening. But with this camping and cottage tradition, comes the need for increased safety. Keep these points in mind to minimize campfire dangers. Camp Fire Safety Tips Never build a campfire on a windy day. Sparks and embers can travel quite a distance and …
Water: Are You Getting Enough? There are many health benefits from drinking water including weight loss and reduced fluid retention, but above all, the body simply cannot function without it. What would happen if you stopped drinking water? How much water do you actually need to drink each day? No Easy Answers The truth is, your water needs depend on …
Self Care: Relaxation and Stress Relief Techniques Pain and stress can end up causing physical, mental or emotional issues. Often this physical or emotional pain significantly impacts our health, happiness and overall quality of life. Learning how to relax can lessen the impact that this pain has on your life. The Pain Cycle Perhaps the first step to healing ourselves …
