Safety

Each winter, walking around our own Calgary streets, walkways and neighbourhoods, we are amazed to see the number of business and homeowners that don’t take the necessary steps to prevent slip and falls: not salting, sanding, or shoveling, or making it safe for others.

Winter is here. And just because Environment Canada says it’s going to be a mild one, doesn’t mean that we don’t have to worry about poor driving conditions caused by snow, slush, and ice.

Bad winters lead to bad car accidents, but with some precautions and preparations, you can avoid a fender-bender, a trip to the ditch, or worse. Here are our seven tips for avoiding a serious car accident in Alberta this winter.

Like every child of the 80s, I loved Back to Future and I wanted a hoverboard. Alas, Back to the Future Day has come and gone and, despite some valiant efforts, I still don’t have my hoverboard.