Safe Driving and Auto Maintenance Tips
July 3, 2025
You can’t control other people’s driving behavior, but you can control yours. Here are some tips to take on the road.
Safe driving habits
Stay focused
Don’t text, call, or do anything that takes your mind or eyes off the road.
Maintain safe distances
Keep a three-second gap or more between your vehicle and the one in front of you.
Wear...
9 Important Tips For Safe Snowblower Use
December 6, 2024
When winter dumps inches or even feet of snow in your neighbourhood, a snowblower can be a handy tool. While a snowblower can quickly clear your driveway and sidewalks, it can be dangerous if used improperly. The CBC reports that most snowblowing accidents are caused by people getting their hands too close to the blades,...
9 Important Tips for Staying Safe With Space Heaters
December 6, 2024
Did You Know?
Supplemental heating equipment, such as space heaters, is a leading cause of home fires in Canada from December through February. If you plan on using a space heater for some additional warmth this winter, keep the following safety precautions in mind.
Tips to Keep Safe Do not use space heaters to warm bedding, thaw...
7 Fireplace Safety Tips for Your Home
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This is a wonderful time of year to curl up in front of the fireplace with a few logs burning brightly, but if you haven’t used your fireplace or wood-burning stove in a while, it’s a good idea to have a certified, professional chimney sweep inspect your chimney for a dangerous buildup of creosote. Creosote...
