10 Tips to Protect Against Fire: IBC

Oct 11, 2012
Categories: Home Insurance · Safety
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With the weather getting colder outside alot of us have now turned on our furnaces and are using our woodstoves and fireplaces.

Each year fire claims many lives and causes thousands of dollars in damage. The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) offers tips for Canadians to learn how to prevent and respond appropriately in case of a fire.

We came across this article and hope that it will offer you and your family some tips to keep you and the things that matter to you most safe this fall and winter season.

 

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