Home & Community Safety
Safety exists in every aspect of our lives, and keeping yourself, your family and your community safe is an important aspect of day-to-day stability and security. Click through for information about household safety (including fire prevention, and carbon monoxide poisoning), community safety (including firearm safety and mental health awareness) and tips and recommendations on how to keep vulnerable seniors safe from abuse.
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Home Safety Starts with You
As seniors age, their homes may need adjustments to ensure safety and comfort. In Canada, falls are one of the leading causes of injury among older adults — in 2022, Statistics Canada identified falls as being responsible for 88.6 per cent of all injury-related...
Cybercrime on the Rise
Cybercrime takes many forms, including phishing scams, identity theft and fraud. As technology evolves, so do the tactics employed by cybercriminals. This makes it significantly harder for individuals, businesses, and governments to stay ahead of these digital...
Opioid-Related Poisonings – an Issue of National Concern
The Canada Safety Council is urging all Canadians to be aware of the signs of an accidental opioid overdose, their role in helping manage the crisis, and what to do in case of emergency.The opioid crisis in Canada is a public health emergency that affects us all,...