Avoid using real candles in your decorating and go flameless this season. If you do use them, keep them at least 12 inches away from anything that can burn.

Give space heaters a minimum of a meter of space from anything that can burn, such as curtains, furniture, and decorations.

Water fresh trees daily. Dry trees are more likely to catch on fire. Get rid of the tree after the holidays or once it is dry.

Use extension cords safely in your decorating. if they are worn, damaged, or broken, replace them. Don't overload your outlets and power bars.

Keep lighters and matches out of the reach of children.

If under the influence of alcohol, avoid cooking or smoking.

Doing a lot of Holiday cooking and baking? Make sure to stay in the kitchen and keep an eye on the oven to avoid kitchen fires.

Read the manufacturer’s instructions for the number of light strands to connect to avoid electrical fires. Make sure to use the correct lights for interior vs exterior decorating

Celebrating Christmas with a tree? Keep it at least 3 feet away from any heat sources, like a fireplace, a radiator, candles, stove, and make sure it doesn’t obstruct any exits in case of emergency.

Test your alarms and batteries, replace them if they are 10 years or older. Make sure all your guests know where the exits are in case of emergency.

Ask smokers to smoke outdoors, away from flammable materials, and provide them with a deep ashtray filled with water to put out their cigarette butts.

We encourage you to leave fireworks to licensed professionals. They are prohibited in many municipalities as they are unpredictable and can result in fires and injuries.