Did you know? Halloween is just around the corner, and our neighbourhoods will soon be filled with trick-or-treaters! Let’s keep the night fun and safe for everyone by making sure our yards and walkways are hazard-free: Stay safe while trick-or-treating: Be cautious with treats (candy, other food items & toys): […]
Tyler J. Moffitt – Safety Tidbits
Did you know? Open flames from candles, torches, and lanterns may look festive, but they are a primary cause of Halloween fire hazards. It takes only a second for an open flame to ignite nearby materials. Each year in Canada, careless decorative lighting causes preventable fires that destroy homes, cause […]
Did you know? Halloween poses severe safety risks for pedestrians due to low visibility, distracted kids in restrictive costumes and an uptick in impaired drivers. According to the Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) of Canada, children face triple the risk of serious pedestrian injuries on Halloween night, with the danger […]
Did you know? The Election 2026 Town Hall at the Townshend Theatre has passed; it was a privilege to attend alongside two esteemed members of the Fort Frances Professional Firefighters Local 1012. A special shout-out goes to Andrew Flynn of the Fort Frances Times for keeping the evening running smoothly […]
Did you know? Fire Prevention Week runs October 4 through 10, 2026. As well, when it comes to fire safety, protecting our loved ones begins with each of us taking responsibility for one another. Fire Prevention Week Theme The theme for this year’s Fire Prevention Week is “Charge into Fire […]
Did you know? Ontario’s annual “Test Your Smoke Alarm Day” will take place on September 28th. Being prepared to be SAVED BY THE BEEP with a WORKING SMOKE ALARM is your best chance to keep you and your family safe in the event of a fire. The Life-Saving Power of […]
Did you know? National Concussion Awareness Week in Canada will take place from Sunday, September 27 to Saturday October 3. This initiative aims to improve public awareness around concussion prevention, recognition, and proper management In this week’s column, I’ll be sharing some invaluable information on concussion awareness, courtesy of Parachute […]
Did you know? The growing popularity of electric bikes (e-bikes) in Canada has led to an alarming trend: a significant increase in severe injuries. Hospitals throughout Canada are treating a higher number of e-bike riders with more serious injuries, many of which are preventable. As e-bikes become a common mode […]
Did you know? According to the Canadian Institute for Health Information, hospitalizations in Canada from injuries caused by electric kick-style scooters (e-scooters) jumped by 32 per cent in the last two years. In addition, recent hospitalization data from 2022-23 and 2023-24 have been a central focus of extensive media coverage […]
Did you know? Next week, on Sept. 1, students throughout Fort Frances and the Rainy River District head back to classrooms, playgrounds and school buses. With that return comes heavier traffic and young pedestrians navigating unfamiliar routes, particularly around school zones. Back-to-school safety tips As a new school year gets […]
Did you know? Before heading off to college or university, students are encouraged to prepare for unforeseen situations by assembling a safety kit that includes the following essential items: Campus and off-campus life: A message to students When diving into the excitement of academic life, it is easy to get […]
Did you know? Heading to college or university brings plenty of challenges, starting with finding a safe place to live. When searching for student housing, prioritizing fire and life safety is essential to ensure the home-away-from home truly makes the grade. Exits When renting a room, apartment, or house, knowing […]
