Did you know? Emergency Preparedness Week may be over, but true readiness isn’t a seasonal event—it’s a year-round commitment. Real emergency preparedness readiness goes beyond just checking items off a supply list; it’s about embracing a proactive mindset. While assembling an emergency kit involves expenses, creating a family emergency plan, […]
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Did you know? It’s Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week)! This year marks its 31st year, reminding Canadians that being prepared starts with understanding the risks around us. Taking the initiative to ensure you’re prepared to protect yourself and your family during an emergency includes having a basic emergency kit readily […]
Did you know? Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) is next week. In addition, Public Safety Canada has developed an online version of a home emergency plan at www.getprepared.gc.ca. Quick fact of interest Here is a quick fact you might find interesting: The Canadian National Railroad Bridge (constructed in 1908), across […]
Did you know? Emergency Preparedness Week is approaching and runs May 3 to 9, 2026. This year, the national theme released by Public Safety Canada is: Be Prepared. Know Your Risks. It only takes “four simple steps” to become better prepared to face an emergency: Be prepared: Know your risks […]
Did you know? Do you recall the devastating fire that took place at a Swiss ski resort bar this past New Year’s Eve? The devastating fire resulted in 41 fatalities and 116 injuries, leaving a profound and lasting impact on the victims’ families, first responders, and the community at large. […]
Did you know? Canada currently marks only one day a year for injury prevention (National Injury Prevention Day)—a window many safety advocates claim is far too small to address such a critical public health issue. Transitioning to a dedicated National Injury Prevention Month would better reflect the seriousness of the […]
Did you know? Canadian households often contain a greater number of dangerous poisonous products than people truly realize. As noted in last week’s column, Canada has a 24/7 toll-free number for POISON CENTRES. In the event of a suspected poisoning, call 1-844-POISON-X(1-844-764-7669). Keep the number for poison centres handy Program […]
Did you know? It’s National Poison Prevention Week! In Canada, medications continue to be the leading cause of calls to “poison centres” for people of all ages. While these medications are designed to help us, they are only safe when used exactly as directed. This week, take a few minutes […]
Did you know? Most drivers know the basics of highway prep, but it’s easy to underestimate how quickly low visibility, ice, and freezing temps can turn a routine trip into a crisis. Even if you’ve been behind the wheel for decades, winter conditions have a way of throwing a curveball […]
Did you know? In Canada, motor vehicle collisions remain the second-leading cause of injury and hospitalization, and the third-leading cause of unintentional injury deaths. Fatal motor vehicle collisions Canada continues to see a troubling trend in fatal motor vehicle collisions. Most of these deaths are preventable, often resulting from speeding, […]
Did you know? Safety Tidbits reached a special milestone this past October—one full year in the Fort Frances Times. My goal has always been to empower people with evidence-informed solutions that advocate and educate. It’s been an honor to share my contributions through The Times and other Canadian outlets over […]
(Part 1 of this series ran in the February 11, 2026 edition of the Fort Frances Times) Did you know? Before departing Canada, it is essential to conduct thorough research into your destination’s current safety environment. Beyond regional stability, ensure your chosen accommodations meet rigorous safety standards and possess the […]
