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Tips for Putting Your Campfire Out Safely

by devswoon / emergency supplies / Summer Safety / No Comments / 2021-06-10

Photo Credit: Benjamin Deyoung Having a campfire is one of the best parts of camping. It’s where some of the best memories are made with friends and family. With this quintessential part of camping, comes a

Summer safety tips for your kids

by Staff / emergency supplies / first aid gear / No Comments / 2021-05-27

Photo Credit: Peter Idowu Summer’s here! With the days getting longer and school coming to an end, it’s important to be extra sun smart, especially for your kids. After spending many months indoors, everyone’s excited to

What should you do if you encounter a coyote?

by Staff / emergency supplies / first aid gear / No Comments / 2021-05-19

Photo Credit: Ross Sokolovski Coyotes can be found in rural and urban areas across North America. In general, they don’t pose a threat to people, but they can hurt your pets (including cats, rabbits and small

5 cheap pieces of gear you need for your backcountry survival pack

by Staff / emergency supplies / No Comments / 2021-04-29

Whether you’re hunting or doing a multi-day trek through the backcountry, you’ll need a pack full of essentials to keep you prepared. To determine what you’ll need on your outdoor adventure, think about how far

3 Reasons Why You Should Take A First Aid Course

by Staff / first aid courses / No Comments / 2021-04-09

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is one of the most common causes of death in North America. It occurs most often among adults in their late 30’s and 40’s and affects men twice as much as

4 Tips on Creating The Perfect Work-From-Home Space

by Staff / mental health first aid / No Comments / 2021-03-15

In the last 20 years, the modern office has gone through many changes. From the fall of the cubicles to the rise of open floor plans and collaborative spaces, many people in today’s workforce have

Self-Care Tips for Those Working from Home

by Staff / mental health first aid / No Comments / 2021-01-22

Photo by Charles Deluvio With so many of us working remotely during the pandemic (4 in 10 Canadians according to StatCan), the need for mental health support is essential. Financial uncertainty, volatile job markets, health concerns,

How To Perform CPR On A Baby

by Staff / youth first aid / No Comments / 2020-12-23

Photo Credit: Minnie Zhou Knowing how to perform CPR on a baby is an essential first aid skill. There are many reasons why a baby might stop breathing: from choking on foreign objects, respiratory issues (such

Why Does First Aid Training Change?

by Staff / emergency training / No Comments / 2020-12-19

Photo Credit: Michael Jin A very common question among first aid students is why does the course change so often. When it comes to all things first aid, the ILCOR, otherwise known as the International Liaison

Benefits of Learning About Mental Health First Aid

by Staff / mental health first aid / No Comments / 2020-11-25

Photo Credit: Frank Romero Most people have dealt with some form of anxiety or depression in their lifetime. It’s more common than we think. Whether it’s stress from work, school, family and relationships (the list can

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