Clothing: dress in layers
There is no bad winter weather, only bad clothing.
- Base layer.
- Your coat.
- Boots.
- Hands, head, neck.
- Kids.
Your home
Whether you rent or own:
- Heating.
- Frozen pipes.
- Drafts.
- Snow clearing.
- Carbon monoxide.
Your car
Before winter:
- Winter tires.
- Emergency kit.
- Winter washer fluid.
- Block heater.
- Clear ALL the snow.
Getting around
The adjustments are small:
- Walk like a penguin.
- Transit in a storm.
- Darkness.
- Storm days.
Health and safety
Know the signs:
- Frostbite.
- Hypothermia.
- Dry indoor air.
- Winter blues.
Prefer a checklist? Tick off every item as you prepare.