Do you own a Vehicle Distress Kit?

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Do you own a Vehicle Distress Kit? While the weather outside is frightening and January’s heating bill most likely has an extra digit before the decimal, that after-work, spiked hot chocolate is all the more comforting. This is why we’ve taken it upon ourselves to create a last minute winter safety kit for your vehicle, leaving you with a list to check off while you add some extra marshmallows. Because the weather’s predictability doesn’t have a formulated equation, having a safety kit prepared within the vehicle for possible emergencies is always a trending idea. First Aid Canada is pleased to …

Are you Prepared for an Emergency on the Road?

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Are you Prepared for an Emergency on the Road? Did you know 90% of people spend 87 minutes per day driving? And that the average is approximately 100 minutes per day for those commuting? How long do you personally spend in your car? Would you be prepared on the road in the case of an emergency? Throughout summer you may have noticed yourself making longer trips on the road, whether it be to the cottage, camping or a family road trip. Often in these times hospitals and medical facilities can be distant or even unknown in proximity. Life is precious …

Tips for Staying Safe on the Road During Winter

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With the extreme weather conditions that winter can bring, such as rain, sleet, snow and ice, vehicle safety has received a lot of recent attention in the news. The importance of vehicle distress kits in the case of an emergency has also been highlighted. Here are some things to watch out for on the road and tips to remain safe while winter is still in full effect: Black Ice Black ice is a transparent coating of ice, found on the road or other paved surface, and drivers typically can’t see it, until you’re right on top of it. If there …