Injury Prevention Centre

08/25/2026

On this week's episode, Parachute Canada features our very own former director, Kathy Belton. One of many remarkable women in injury prevention, but arguably our favourite.

This week, we continue our 10-part series celebrating 10 years of by highlighting remarkable Canadian women in injury prevention.
Today, we feature Kathy Belton, who recently retired after a remarkable career advancing injury prevention in Alberta and across Canada: https://parachute.ca/en/celebrating-canadian-women-leading-injury-prevention/kathy-belton/

08/17/2026

Yep, e-scooters can be a fun way to get around. But many of them can reach speeds of 50 km/h+. Our friend Pam at Parachute Canada explains why that can be a problem.

Protect your head - regardless of age. Please wear a helmet.

Learn more:

Pamela Fuselli, president and CEO of injury prevention charity grou...

08/14/2026

We get it - nostalgia is a powerful thing. But these products seem to cross the line between sentimental and serious harm. Kids are likely to notice the Popsicle brand before the (very small) alcohol warning.

𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗸𝗶𝗱𝘀.

08/11/2026

Did you know that moving grain acts like quicksand? You can’t “swim” your way out, and once caught in it, you can sink in seconds and become trapped. Learn how to at casa-
https://bit.ly/4bCnWV0.

08/10/2026

Aug. 10-16 is BeGrainSafe Week! This week is a reminder that resilient and successful farms depend on the health and safety of the people behind them. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3TRpCnl.

07/31/2026

Planning a campfire this long weekend? Never leave a fire to burn itself out! Here's how you can help prevent wildfires in Alberta by making sure your fire is out.

Soak it, stir it, soak it again. Have a safe and happy weekend!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTYZBPQY3Rc

07/24/2026

On average each year 60% of children who drown are alone.

Learn more from : https://bit.ly/3AZfttw

07/24/2026

Going camping this weekend? Make sure you follow the fire restrictions in your neck of the woods.

https://www.albertaparks.ca/albertaparksca/advisories-public-safety/fire-bans/

07/23/2026

Have you ever considered that the colour of your kid's swimwear could save their life?

Find out how: https://bit.ly/3p4irt2

07/23/2026

With peak summer temperatures hitting much of , here's a reminder of why you should never leave kids and pets in hot cars.
(Note: 100°F is 38°C)

https://bit.ly/3Lc3Yme