Tag: Safety

If you are living in Mississauga, one of the things that you know is essential is to keep your house clean, and this definitely includes working on your gutters. Clogged gutters can cause major problems such as water damage, foundation problems and even pest infestations. You may be wondering “How to clean clogged gutter in…
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Are you struggling with a patchy, worn-out lawn in Burlington, Ontario? Maybe you’re wondering, “When is the best time to resod a lawn in Burlington?“ Or perhaps you’re curious about “How to resod a lawn in Burlington?“ Maybe you’ve asked yourself, “Can I resod my lawn myself or should I hire a professional?” or “What type…
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Prefabricated homes are a far cry from the grid designs of yesteryear. Today, these homes are affordable and custom-built. But can you renovate a manufactured home in Etobicoke and is it worth the effort in today’s market? The answer to this question is a resounding yes. The advantages of renovating a manufactured home are in…
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Before you say yes to a renovation, remember that it’s a big investment in your home and should be treated as the big expense that it is. If you live in Etobicoke, a bustling suburban area of Toronto, you may be attracted to some of the different conditions that characterize the location. However, the question remains:…
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Home care is the idea that homeowners like the least. One of the most important household chores is how to clean exterior dryer vent, but it tends to get forgotten, especially in Etobicoke. The city undergoes some radical seasonal changes that not only have an impact on life in general, but can also lead to…
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Summer has settled in and it’s shaping up to be a scorcher! Extreme heat waves keep rolling in so it’s important to pay attention to your health and beat the heat when it’s sizzling outside. High temperatures are not just uncomfortable, they are dangerous. Staying safe and cool can save your life. As we age,…
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Raspberries are juicy fruits that burst with flavour to delight our summers. To ensure that these juicy bites continue to capture the summer sunshine year after year, we need to properly care for their source, raspberry bushes. Winters are the ideal time to fulfil this obligation. Winter pruning is essential in raspberry farming as it…
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By Joanne Richard. As seasons change, so do moods. Chilly temps, shorter days, and being cooped up inside can zap our energy and have us feeling a bit blue. And that steady diet of doomscrolling – a new variant spreading, another pandemic winter – is messing with our brain. The cold, dark days of winter…
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By Joanne Richard. How many times have you heard it? “I have everything – don’t get me anything.” Yes, many older folks don’t want or need more knickknacks or warm gloves, or gift cards, but there are still many thoughtful and Best Christmas Gift Ideas for Seniors that can make their lives simpler, safer, and…
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We all deserve to feel safe and secure from physical, psychological and financial abuse. Programs and supports across Ontario’s systems of health, social, community, financial and justice are responsible for protecting us from these threats. Let’s find out how Ontario is protecting vulnerable seniors. Efforts protecting vulnerable seniors Ontario’s Office of the Public Guardian and…
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