Dry & Secondary Drowning
Secondary drowning and dry drowning are rare and make up only 1% -2% of drowning incidents. However, it is important to recognize how these types of drowning can occur and […]
Cottage Safety Tips
Summer is a great time to travel, especially to cottage country. Whether you own, rent, or stay at a friend’s cottage, getting away from the stresses of everyday life is
Staying Safe Off-Road
Many Ontarians enjoy riding ATVs, dirt bikes, dune buggies, and four-wheelers over rough terrain. While off-roading can offer year-round outdoor fun, it can also lead to serious injury when proper
Disasters In Your Backyard
On August 10, 2008, a series of explosions and a fire took place in Toronto, Ontario. These explosions occurred at a propane facility. The explosions and fire caused thousands of
The Unintended Consequences of Prescription Medication
Despite Health Canada regulations, there are many people taking prescription medication that produces side effects more severe than the condition the prescription intends to treat. This is because medications can
Summer Safety Tips
Canada Day always seems like the official start of summer. This means spending time outside enjoying our beautiful Ontario summer. We thought this was a good time to review some
Boating Regulations
Boating season has finally arrived which makes it a good time for boaters to review watercraft operator and boat registration regulations which were put into place to reduce the number
Hunting Animals Instead of Yourself and Others
Hunting can be an inherently dangerous activity. There are few other pastimes where people armed with guns or other weapons are purposefully attempting to kill other living creatures. Given these
Spring is Motorcycle season, are you ready to ride?
Riding a motorcycle can be very exciting and fun, but there are also risks. Unlike a car or truck there is no buffer between you and the road should you
MooseFM Radio Interview with Brian Cameron
Air Date: February 15, 2015 Station: MooseFM 97.7 Brian Cameron, Partner at Oatley Vigmond, discusses the inherent dangers of snowmobiling, what you can do to protect yourself and the steps