Safety Course Scam Victim Takes Message Online

A company alleged to be running scam firearms safety training in Ontario has become the target of a blistering online campaign by a former client.

Last week, the Firearms Safety Education Service of Ontario released a letter to its members, who are all authorized by the Chief Firearms Officer to instruct the Canadian Firearms Safety Course, warning them of a company offering firearms safety courses that are not in accordance with CFO guidelines. Continue reading

Beware The Safety Course Scam

The Firearms Safety Education Service of Ontario, the organization responsible for managing the instruction and delivery of the Canadian Firearms Safety Course in conjunction with the Chief Firearms Officer for Ontario, has issued a letter to its members warning of an alleged scam firearms safety training outfit that operates across Canada.

It is the second letter the FSESO has sent to its certified instructors about the same bogus training company. Continue reading

Using Technology During a Disaster

From the Government of Canada www.getprepared.ca website.

Communications technology plays a critical role in disaster response. (File photo/Wellesley Consulting Services)

We rely on technology more and more to keep in touch with our family, friends, and colleagues with a click of a button.

But what happens in the event of a major emergency? Suddenly these tools can become vital in helping you and your family deal get in touch and stay informed. So here are some tips on the use of technology in an emergency: Continue reading

When You Can’t Have Your 72 Hour Kit With You, What Can You Do?

Even restrictive air travel security should not stop you from bringing emergency preparedness supplies with you. (File photo/Wellesley Consulting Services)

Our series of EP Week 2012 emergency preparedness articles continues with a look at emergency preparedness when only the barest of essentials are available.

Travelling internationally usually means airport line-ups, thorough customs and security checks, and bad airline food. Continue reading

Facts About Emergency Prepardness

GetPrepared.ca features tools, graphics, and downloadables to aid with disaster planning for individuals, families, and businesses. (Government of Canada)

From the Government of Canada www.getprepared.ca website.

Emergency Preparedness Week 2012 marks the 17th annual event. Here are some interesting facts to mark 17 years of getting better prepared for emergencies. Continue reading