Summer is a time of fun, swimming, boating, biking, camping and generally getting outside. Unfortunately these activities can lead to a higher risk of injury.

Here are some resources with information to help you have a safe and healthy summer.  Whether you are on a road trip and need to remember to keep your pet safe, or are out on a hike and need to remember to check for ticks.

Get out there and have some fun, but don’t forget sunscreen!

General tips for summer safety (Hot topic: Summer safety):

https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/rsrcs/sfttps/tp201407-en.aspx

Keeping your pets safe and cool this summer:

https://news.ontario.ca/mcscs/en/2017/7/keep-your-pets-safe-and-cool-this-summer.html

How to protect yourself from ticks:

http://www.ontarioparks.com/parksblog/how-to-protect-yourself-from-ticks/

Sun Safety – Sunscreens

https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/sun-safety/sunscreens.html

Safe Boating Guide –Transport Canada

http://www.tc.gc.ca/media/documents/marinesafety/TP-511e.pdf