Avoid heat related illnesses by reducing time in the heat and staying hydrated.
Never leave children or pets unattended in a car. Interior temperatures can be deadly.
Practice water safety by keeping all children away from water unless supervised by an adult. Even a toddler pool can be a drowning hazard.
Always wear a helmet when cycling, skateboarding or rollerblading.
Teach your child to dial 9-1-1 in an emergency and remind them that it's a free call from any payphone.
When barbecuing, make sure that all meat is thoroughly cooked. The best way to check is with a meat thermometer.
Keep cold food cold in a cooler. Keep the cooler out of the sun and inside the car with the passengers rather than in the trunk.
Even with adult supervision, fireworks can be dangerous. If not handled properly, they can cause blindness, burns and permanent scarring. If you decide to go ahead with your own fireworks display, use extreme caution.
Lightning strikes somewhere in Canada once every three seconds during summer, resulting in about 10 deaths and 100 to 150 injuries every year. If caught outdoors, avoid natural lightning rods such as isolated trees, open areas, and metal objects such as fences and golf clubs.