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Safety in Canada

Use these Canadian safety resources to protect your family, online and off. Safety information includes alerts, emergencies, fire, accident and crime prevention.
  1. Car Safety in Canada
  2. Home Safety in Canada
  3. Food Safety
  4. Seniors Safety (9)

Travel Health and Safety

Travel alerts and advisories, and health information for Canadian travelers.

Swimming and Boating Safety in Canada

Brush up on swimming and boating safety rules and laws for a safe summer in Canada.

How to Handle Suspicious Mail in Canada

Security tips for handling suspicious mail in Canada.

Child Safety Seats and Seatbelts in Canada

Regulations for child safety seats in cars in Canada, including installation, tips and safety alerts.

Allergy Alerts

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency posts announcements here.

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

You can't see, smell, or taste carbon monoxide - so be sure you know how to protect your family. From the City of Toronto.

Danger Symbols on Labels

The danger symbols on corrosive, explosive, flammable and poison products. From Health Canada.

Hazard Symbols

Health Canada's Aim for Safety program is designed to teach children to recognize hazard symbols found on household chemical products and to act in a safe manner. This publication contains important information for everyone.

Fire Safety

Information on fire-escape planning, smoke detectors, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, propane tanks, and other fire safety issues. From the Ottawa Fire Department.

Fireworks Safety

These procedures are essential to the safe use of fireworks. From Natural Resources Canada.

Health Alerts

Alerts to health dangers are posted by Health Canada.

Plan for Emergencies

How to make a family emergency plan. From GetPrepared.ca.

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