Victoria Friday, December 15, 2017 10:30 AM Most areas of British Columbia have already seen their first snow of the season, and winter conditions will be the norm for the next few months. Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General and Minister Responsible for Emergency Preparedness Mike Farnworth reminds British Columbians that proactive winter storm […]
Let people know your travel itinerary – either leave a copy with neighbours or family members, and always keep people informed if your plans happen to change. Check to make sure your passports, visas and vaccinations are all up-to-date. Leave copies of your passports, driver’s licence, credit cards and other important documents with family members […]
Choose the right costume Ensure that your children are dressed appropriately for Halloween. Look for costumes and accessories such as beards, wigs, wings and tails that are labelled flame-resistant. Flowing skirts and capes, baggy sleeves and over-sized costumes can all be hazards around candles or flames. Nylon or heavyweight polyester costumes are best. Remember, flame-resistant […]
The Thanksgiving meal is the largest many cooks prepare each year. Getting it just right, especially the turkey, brings a fair amount of pressure whether or not a host is experienced with roasting one. Follow these tips to make sure your Thanksgiving meal is both delicious and safe to serve. Steps to follow before cooking […]
Forest Fire Safety Tips There are approximately 8,000 forest fires in Canada each year. Fires caused by lightning represent 45 per cent of all fires, but because they occur in remote locations and often in clusters, they represent 81 per cent of total area burned. The regions most at risk are British Columbia, and the […]
Extreme heat: heat waves Many places in Canada have a high number of extreme heat events, often called “heat waves.” Extreme heat can put your health at risk, causing illnesses like heat stroke and even death. It is important to take steps to protect yourself and your family. What are extreme heat events? Extreme heat […]
Ransomware is a form of malware that provides criminals with the ability to lock a computer from a remote location – then display a pop-up window informing the owner or user that it will not be unlocked until a sum of money is paid. Recent well-publicised examples are CryptoLocker, Cryptowall and WannaCry (and variants of these […]
Victoria Tuesday, May 9, 2017 2:00 PM While flood waters in many areas of the Central and Southwest regions of the British Columbia are currently dropping, the Province is recommending that homeowners take proactive steps to prepare for inclement weather and possible flooding. Given high water levels on B.C. lakes, streams and rivers in many […]
1) Check Your Facebook Privacy Controls – By default, Facebook privacy controls still expose a lot of data. The first and foremost guide to Facebook safety is to change the privacy controls according to your needs and keep checking them often as Facebook is known to update its privacy terms and conditions without warning. […]
The Better Business Bureau is issuing a warning about a scam targeting women that could cost them thousands of dollars. Evan Kelly from the BBB says the scam is called a “Gifting Circle” or “Women’s Wisdom Circle.” “It all seems very legitimate helping another woman in need or a family overseas, until you are left […]
