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Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and the California Fire Foundation (CFF) are accepting grant applications this week from California-based fire departments and community-based organizations focused on wildfire safety and preparedness. The...

Life360, a family connection and safety company, today announced the appointment of Justin Moore as its new Chief Technology Officer. Moore brings over 15 years of experience in consumer technology, having played pivotal roles at renowned product...

In recognition of Wildfire Awareness Month, the winning designs have been announced for a wildfire-resilient landscaping contest conducted at the University of California, Berkeley. A partnership with CSAA Insurance Group and the Insurance Institute...

The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) and the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) are raising awareness among Canadians about the increasing threat of sophisticated scams, particularly those involving extended online communication....

Amwins, a global distributor of specialty insurance products and services, today announced adding residential flood coverage to its online marketplace, Amwins InstantQuote (Amwins IQ), which provides retail agents with choice and flexible coverage...

Media are invited for a peak behind the badge at Axon's Western Canada roadshow, where the latest smart technologies in public safety will be on display. Reporters will have a chance to don VR headsets and be immersed in real-world scenarios used to...

Hydro Ottawa teams are making preparations to respond to possible power outages after Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a Special Weather Statement for the Ottawa region today....

CAA Atlantic has donated four fully-electric delivery vans to four food banks across the Atlantic provinces.  Feed Nova Scotia, Dartmouth, NSCommunity Food Sharing Association, St. John's, NLFood Depot Alimentaire, Moncton, NBUpper Room Hospitality...

On Tuesday, May 28 2024, community members, frontline workers, and advocates will travel from across the province, including Timmins, Sudbury, Barrie, and Windsor, for a rally in Toronto to demand the Ontario government immediately fund and...

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Pye-Barker Fire & Safety ? the largest fully integrated and full-service fire protection, life safety and security services provider in the United States ? has acquired Security Solutions Inc., a security, alarms and surveillance systems provider...

It's Memorial Day weekend and the heart of grilling season is here. While Americans gather for cookouts, AmeriGas®, the largest retail propane marketer in the U.S., encourages everyone to put safety first with a critical reminder for all grill...

Media are invited for a peak behind the badge at Axon's Western Canada roadshow, where the latest smart technologies in public safety will be on display. Reporters will have a chance to don VR headsets and be immersed in real-world scenarios used to...

To help people stay safe this Memorial Day, James Horne Law is happy to announce a Sober Rides Campaign. If individuals decide to celebrate this holiday by drinking, the firm will reimburse them for any ride they take to a safe destination, whether...

Following is a statement from Brian Sauvé, President and CEO of the National Police Federation, regarding today's Supreme Court of British Columbia decision on the matter of policing in Surrey. "Since its inception, the decision to transition to a...

CAPSOL's mass notification system and SafeDefend's crisis management system will allow for the most robust and effective crisis solution available....

BRINC, a pioneer in drone technology for first responders, unveils the first ever purpose-built hardware designed for Drone as First Responder (DFR) operations.   BRINC's DFR solution can resolve approximately 25% of calls...

Today, Environment and Climate Change Canada's Canadian Hurricane Centre reminded Canadians that we face the prospect of a significant hurricane season ahead. This annual Canadian update followed the release of the United States National Oceanic and...

For the first time, a dynamic group of nonprofits wants to drive attention to how everyone can encourage teen and parents to make the period from Memorial Day through Labor Day, what's traditionally known as the "100 Deadliest Days," into the "100...

Ontario's newest $70 million LOTTO MAX winner, Gregory (Greg) Chialtas of Toronto has 70 million reasons to celebrate but he is focused on one thing ? taking care of his family ? his Big Greek Family!  Greg won the $70 million LOTTO MAX jackpot from...

DATAMARK, the public safety geographic information systems (GIS) team of Michael Baker International, announced today a significant expansion of the company's ongoing partnership with RapidDeploy, the leading cloud-native solution provider for public...

In the wake of last week's devastating storms, which left hundreds of thousands of Houston-area residents without power, the Propane Council of Texas encourages residents across Texas to consider propane as a reliable backup power source. With...

Today, Technical Safety BC released its 2023 State of Safety and Annual Report, outlining the leading safety priorities and risks for British Columbia over the past year. The Top Five Safety Risks identified in the report highlight the need for safe...

In a bold new initiative designed to help individuals successfully disengage from violent extremist groups and online hate spaces, Life After Hate unveiled its The Daily Former Discord channel. The Daily Former Discord is a multi-level public...

June 1 marks the start of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, and it could be an extremely active one, according to some forecasts of 2024 hurricane activity. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers about the increased...

The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, today issued the following statement: "Today I have tabled proposed regulations which are a necessary step towards the launch of the...

As Americans prepare to kick off the summer season with Memorial Day Weekend celebrations, MISS DIG 811 urges all homeowners, contractors, and excavators to prioritize safety by calling 811 before starting any digging projects....

MSA Safety, Inc. , a global leader in the development of advanced safety products and solutions that protect people and facility infrastructures, today hosted an Investor Day in New York City. Steve Blanco, President and Chief Executive Officer, Lee...

Over the last few decades, public institutions and governments across Canada have become more and more reliant on the digital world to deliver programs and services. While providing faster and higher quality service delivery, reliance on information...

It is graduation season in California and Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has an important reminder for the public about the safety risks associated with helium-filled metallic balloons. If your graduation celebration involves balloons, make...

Spartan Radar, a leader in radar software and hardware, today announced the appointment of automotive and transportation industry veteran Blake Gasca as CEO. Gasca co-founded Spartan along with Nathan Mintz, Tyler Rather and Dr. Theagenis Abatzoglou...

Product: Enoki Mushroom Issue: Food - Microbial Contamination - Listeria Distribution:      Ontario                            Possibly other provinces and territories See the affected products and product photos for this recall SOURCE Canadian Food...

Whether enjoying your favorite pool, lake or river this summer, a safety-first mentality is where it begins. Life Time , offers several safety tips, including the most important 25:10 rule. This means if a child can't swim a standard 25-meter pool...

SAAM Inc., announces the company has executed a lease for office space, currently under construction, in Carmel, Indiana. The office establishes headquarters for SAAM with the administration, marketing, and sales teams operating here, and engineering...

MSA Safety, Inc. , a global leader in the development of advanced safety products and solutions that protect people and facility infrastructures, will host an Investor Day in New York City today, Wednesday, May 22, 2024, beginning at 8:30 a.m....

As part of National Safe Boating Week, running from May 18 - 24, 2024, Operation Dry Water (ODW) is reminding boat operators and passengers of the dangers associated with boating under the influence (BUI)....

RapidSOS, the intelligent safety company, today announced Harmony, the first copilot for public safety designed to integrate billions of data payloads into 911 and first responders' existing software and operational procedures during an emergency....

Carbyne, a global leader in public safety technology, today announced enhancements to its Responder Connect feature, which allows telecommunicators to send live video feed to field responders. The latest version now includes live voice communication...

Introduction Hello, fellow event planners and enthusiasts! Summer in California means festivals, concerts, and outdoor gatherings. Whether it's the Sound and Fury Festival in Los Angeles, the High Sierra Music Festival in Quincy, or the BET...

On May 19, 2024, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Port-Cartier Institution, a maximum-security federal institution. The injured inmate was evaluated and transported to an outside hospital to receive treatment.   The Sûreté du Québec is...

Équité Association, the national authority on insurance crime, thanks Public Safety Canada for the comprehensive, solution-focused National Action Plan on Combatting Auto Theft announced today. The Action Plan closely aligns to recommendations, which...

While this upcoming weekend unofficially marks the end of spring, it also kicks off a series of dangerous summer holiday periods; the first being Memorial Day. This year, 418 people may die in a motor vehicle crash over the Memorial Day holiday...

Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, the Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice...

Memorial Day is the official start of the summer travel season, kicking off 100 days of fun in the sun ... and water! Two of the most...

As Memorial Day approaches, Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) issues a stark warning: If you plan to drink, do not drive. The Memorial Day holiday weekend marks the unofficial start of summer and boating season, a period notorious for a surge in...

PermitUsNow, a leading permitting firm recognized for transforming building permitting processes across Houston, is ready to assist commercial and residential property owners with essential permitting guidance following the recent severe weather. The...

CGI , one of the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world, has been selected by the UK Government's Home Office as the Technology Delivery Partner for the Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme (ESMCP)...

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, the Honourable...

Product: Kalihim (Philippine Bread Roll) Issue: Food - Allergen - Egg Distribution: British Columbia See the affected products and product photos for this recall SOURCE Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, the Honourable...