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Biking Safety Tips: 31 Ideas for Staying Safe While Biking

1. Wear a helmet. A helmet can’t be 100 percent guaranteed to save your life, but it’s always going to give you better odds than going bare headed. You can also look into airbags for your bike. 2. Be seen. Dress like a fluorescent peacock—wear bright colors and reflective clothing, especially in the early morning, […]

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Be prepared for extreme heat and drought

On this page What is extreme heat? Before summer As temperatures rise During an event Drought What is extreme heat? An Extreme Heat Emergency is when daytime and nighttime temperatures get hotter every day and are well above seasonal norms. Extreme heat is dangerous for the health and wellbeing of our communities and is responsible […]

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Online Safety Guide for People With Disabilities

Self Advocates here is some online safety tips Useful Published by Haley Mullins on June 15, 2022   The internet is a fantastic tool to communicate with other people with similar likes and dislikes. Studies show that talking with others online is really helpful for many people with disabilities, as many find it easier than […]

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Emergency Preparedness Week May 5th to May 11,2024

selfadvocate.ca/ support of Emergency Preparedness week May 5th to May 11,2024 This page is to highlight why we need pay attention to being prepared for an emergency incase of fire ,floods, earthquakes etc. First what is situation your  in plan for  tips what you need to prepare for 1. Establish Multiple Family Meeting Spots: It’s important […]

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Safety Tips Stay Safe for Winter 2024

Be prepared Self Advocates ALERT Cold weather season  Tips to Stay Safe   Get prepared for winter weather and storms Severe weather like snow, hail, blizzards, high winds or heavy rain can happen without warning and can affect your safety in different ways. Extreme cold can be hazardous, and the risk increases the more time […]

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People encouraged to prepare for stormy weather

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Victoria Tuesday, October 25, 2022, 5:55 PM People living in the Lower Mainland, on Vancouver Island and on the North and Central Coast can expect stormy weather between today and Oct. 31. This type of seasonal storm is typical for the region and is not unusual for this time of year. Environment Canada forecasts a […]

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Make safe driving part of your Thanksgiving long weekend

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  Victoria Thursday, October 6, 2022 7:30 AM As the Thanksgiving long weekend approaches, travellers are encouraged to stay safe on the road by planning ahead and using extra caution. Drivers on routes throughout the province should also expect above-average traffic volumes and plan accordingly. Drivers can expect delays on Coquihalla Highway 5, as portions […]

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B.C. expecting first hot stretch of summer

Victoria Wednesday, June 22, 2022, 5:28 PM British Columbians should take precautions this weekend, as Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the first hot stretch of the summer for most regions in B.C. The warmer-than-average temperatures are expected to begin Friday, June 24, and last through June 28, 2022. Daytime temperatures are […]

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Tips to stay safe, cool during extreme heat wave

Victoria Friday, June 25, 2021 8:00 AM British Columbians are being asked to take precautions this weekend, as Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for most of the province, predicting a dangerous, long heat wave beginning Friday, June 25 and lasting until Tuesday, June 29. Environment Canada notes the record-breaking temperatures will provide little relief at […]

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Food Safety for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Self Advocates Food Safety Tips Fruit and Vegetables   Eating a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables is part of a healthy diet and can help lower your risk of many chronic diseases, including some types of cancer. Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide recommends adults eat 7 to 10 servings of fruits and vegetables […]

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