Summertime offers sun, fun and good memories. Canada Safety Council brings awareness and education to topical and seasonal safety issues such as water safety, trampoline safety and hot car dangers.
Canadian weather has a way of tending to the extremes. Traditionally (and perhaps stereotypically), the country is associated with extreme cold, ice and wintery conditions. However, the summers can be just as intense and come with a unique set of circumstances that...
When the average person thinks of drowning-related deaths, their minds may immediately wander to islands or densely-populated land-masses surrounded by water on all sides. But drowning is a real problem in Canada, too — in 2014, there were at least 308 preventable...
After months of chilly Canadian weather, we are more than ready for some summer heat! But too much sun and heat exposure can lead to serious heat-related illnesses. Heat-related illnesses include heat stress, heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Symptoms can range from...
Summer will soon be upon us, and with the warmer weather comes the enduring effect of heat inside of cars becoming blisteringly hot and potentially even lethal. Often, even on days that seem mild, the interior of a car can reach extreme heats, causing shock and...
Participating in activities and sports outdoors during the summer months is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. But most importantly, you must remember to protect your skin from harmful ultra-violet (UV) rays. During National Summer Safety Week the Canada Safety...
Water-related deaths aren’t preceded by a lot of warning. Drowning can happen in seconds. And fortunately, Canadians seem more aware of this fact in recent years and the statistics continue to trend in the right direction. In 2014, 428 people were reported as having...
After a long winter, summer is finally on the horizon for most of the country. Click here to view our National Summer Safety Week infographic. While many Canadians look forward to recreational activities on the open water, the lengthening days also mark beginning of...
Many Canadian children eagerly look forward to the start of summer – the season of free time, exploration, sunshine and relaxation. But with the fun and excitement, kids can easily forget or overlook basic safety considerations, jeopardizing their safety and resulting...
One of the greatest things to do when the weather gets warmer is to participate in outdoor activities and sports. It is also part of a healthy lifestyle, but not enough Canadian children are being active. According to a study by the Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle...
On average over 400 Canadians drown each year, reports the Lifesaving Society – Canada ’s lifeguarding experts. In 2004, Ontario alone had 132 drowning fatalities. Drowning is the second leading cause of preventable death for children under 10 years of age, while...