Safety Tips

Bicycle Helmet Laws

 In Ontario, it is mandatory for anyone under the age of 18 to wear a certified helmet while riding a bicycle (Highway Traffic Act).

It is also mandatory for children aged 10 and under or weak skaters of any age, to wear a certified multi-impact helmet at all city of Ottawa public skating sessions at indoor arenas.

Car Seat Laws

When installed and used correctly, child car seats and booster seats can reduce the risk of children being injured or killed in collisions.

Community car seat inspection clinics indicate that many child car seats are installed and or used incorrectly.

Babysitter’s Guide

Contrary to most peoples’ perception, there is not specific age at which a child can be left unattended. The Child and Family Services Act states that parents of children under the age of 16 years, must make “reasonable provisions” for their care.

Candle Facts

One of the major causes of home fires, especially during the winter and christmas holidays.

Candles provide great warmth and ambiance to any home. It is easy to forget that such a calming artifact is an open flame that can reach 1,400°C.

Burns and scalds

Most Canadian hot water tanks are pre-set to a temperature of 60°C or 140°F. At this temperature, a child’s skin can be severely scalded in just seconds.

To prevent this from happening, check the temperature of the hot water coming from your faucets.

Carbon Monoxide

Although the popularity of carbon monoxide (CO) alarms has been growing in recent years, it cannot be assumed that everyone is familiar with the hazards of carbon monoxide poisoning in the home.  

Fire Drill

Make a family fire-escape plan and keep your escape routes free of obstructions. Practice this plan often, and keep these pointers in mind; they will tell you pointers from those who know what it takes to get out alive.

Winter Safety

Canadian winters are famous for being cold. The mercury keeps dropping, and suddenly, the bears aren’t the only ones hibernating!

While it’s true that many of us spend more time indoors in the winter, there are also those who embrace the outdoors, the snow and cooler temperatures.