Category: Safety

Why Do I Need to Know First Aid
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Why Do I Need to Know First Aid?

Like CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), First Aid is one of those skills that’s valuable on any occasion, in any walk of life. Whether you’re at work, out for a walk, or enjoying dinner in your favourite restaurant, medical emergencies can happen any time – after all, it’s why they’re called emergencies. This is a pretty compelling...

16 Motorhome Safety Tips
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16 Motorhome Safety Tips

Victoria Day Weekend (Canada) and Memorial Day Weekend (United States) seem to be the unofficial start of the summer camping season. Families pull their camping gear out of storage, freshen up the motorhome (or RV), and choose their favourite spot to set up camp for the weekend. From planning your trip, to hitting the road,...

How Families Use ePACT to Stay Connected
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How Families Use ePACT To Stay Connected

Emergencies are impossible to predict so it’s important for us to be as prepared as possible for any type of emergency, big or small. That way, when one occurs, we’re able to respond and recover from it as effectively and easily as possible. Whether you live in a region prone to natural disasters, like earthquakes...

5 Reasons To Learn CPR
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5 Reasons You Should Learn CPR

CPR (cardio pulmonary resuscitation) is one of those skills that can serve you in any situation for life. Once you know it you’ve given yourself a remarkable gift. You’ve also given those around you peace of mind that, if someone were to collapse nearby and stop breathing, you could step in to save their lives...

ePACT for Families - FAQ
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ePACT for Families – Frequently Asked Questions

Wondering how families use ePACT or how ePACT supports you and your loved ones in an emergency? Keep reading for answers to our most frequently asked questions from families. What is ePACT? ePACT is your emergency network, allowing you to securely store all your important information online. You then build support networks for your family...

HIPAA for Recreation Organizations
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HIPAA for Recreation Organizations

When it comes to personal information, especially health data, maintaining privacy for the families you serve is of the utmost importance. As a youth recreation organization, you may only collect basic details like contact information and dates of birth, but you might also collect additional details like medical history, so that you can support your...

12 Days of Holiday Safety
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12 Days of Holiday Safety

While we enjoy great food and all the coziness of the season, it’s also a time of year to keep safety in mind. The winter months and the holiday celebrations mean that we’re cooking, stringing up lights, and travelling to see family, so we’ve put together 12 holiday safety tips to keep you and your...

Why Winter Tires Are Good for All Drivers
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Why Winter Tires Are Good For All Drivers

Depending on where you live, winter tires might be a necessity that you’ve always lived with. However, for some regions, especially those that don’t see a ton of snow each year, winter tires can often be overlooked given their association with the more obvious winter weather. Don’t let that fool you though – winter tires...

Kitchen Safety Checklists
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Kitchen Safety Checklists

This is the time of year when families and friends get together to celebrate the holidays, and it usually centers around sharing great food and delicious treats. This, in turn, means a lot more time spent around the kitchen, and that’s where the importance of safety comes in! To help you out, we’ve put together...

8 Fall Home Maintenance Tips
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8 Fall Home Maintenance Tips

While we’ve not quite reached the winter months, Fall is a great time to catch up on those home maintenance projects that might get missed throughout the Summer months. Not only is the weather less likely to be working against you, but you can prepare your home for colder temperatures before they arrive. To get...