Cyber Bytes: Top Text Scams and Tips To Avoid Them
April 30, 2025
According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC), Canadians reported 5 395 text messages and $24 million in text scam losses in 2024.
Exploiting your responsiveness to texts
Texts are far more likely to be responded to than calls or emails. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) found, in its Report on the State of Text Messaging, that American...
Prepare For The Chance of Wildfire
April 12, 2025
Dry periods with little rainfall can make brush, grass and trees more susceptible to burning. High winds can rapidly spread and quickly increase the size of a fire. When a wildfire strikes, it can destroy homes, businesses, infrastructure and entire communities.
Is there anything you can do to protect your home from a potential wildfire? The...
10 Items to Always Keep In Your Vehicle
March 27, 2025
Going for a winter drive can be a lot of fun, but that isn’t always the case. Whether your vehicle breaks down or you end up off the road due to winter conditions, you can prepare yourself by keeping some essential supplies with you in the vehicle to utilize in a time of need.
Below is...
Your Vehicle May Be at Risk for a Cyberattack
February 21, 2025
You’ve seen the reports: Hackers remotely take over a moving vehicle or exploit a key fob to enter and steal an electric car. Many high-profile auto hacks have proven that cybersecurity vulnerabilities exist within the industry.
Modern cars operate on computer networks. Even the most basic gas-powered models use dozens of semiconductor chips. Emerging cellular networks...
Risk of Smart Devices in Your Home
January 30, 2025
Smart devices, from voice-activated assistants to smart bulbs and thermostats, are becoming more and more prevalent in our homes. While these devices offer convenience and more control over your home, they can leave you at risk for privacy and security issues.
Before you invest in the latest smart oven or dishwasher, learn how the connectivity of...
8 Important Safety Tips When Using a Wood Burning Stove
December 18, 2024
Did You Know?
The largest source of fire in Canadian homes comes from fuel burning appliances. The main causes of fire include: inadequate clearance between the wood burner and walls, floors and furniture; creosote buildup in the chimney; poorly or improperly installed chimneys and improper installation of the wood burner itself.
Wood Burning Stove Safety
Use these tips...
Travelers, Beware of Juice Jacking at Public Charging Stations
November 22, 2024
A public charging station is a welcome convenience when your device’s battery is running low. Airports, rest stops, hotels and malls usually have places to charge your devices. But cybercriminals know about these amenities, too.
Criminals can load malware onto public USB charging stations. They can also install skimming devices, similar to card readers. Skimming devices...
7 Essential Halloween Safety Tips
October 21, 2024
Halloween is an exciting time of year for kids, but it can also pose potential dangers. The following tips can ensure that Halloween is both safe and fun: Accompany your child while trick-or-treating until he or she is old enough to go with a friend; this is usually around the age of 12 but is...
When and How To Apply a Tourniquet
September 25, 2024
The Paramedics Chiefs of Canada report that more than 2,400 Canadians bleed to death every year and many of these deaths were preventable. The American College of Surgeons states that approximately 40 per cent of all trauma-related deaths are due to blood loss. Ontario and BC are acknowledging this by honoring National Stop the Bleed...
