3 Best Tire Thumpers for Self-Defense: What You Need to Know
Imagine you're heading out on a long drive or keeping a tire thumper handy in your truck. Originally designed for checking tire pressure,...
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Self-Defense
How To Know If An AirTag Is Tracking You: Stalker Dangers
Picture this: you leave a late-night café, streetlights casting long shadows as you head to your car. The woman who brushed past you in...
Best Self Defense Walking Stick: Is It Legal?
What if the best self-defense tool isn’t tucked away in your pocket or concealed in your bag, but something you carry openly, without...
Vancouver Crime
Trudeau Gun Ban: Are Firearms Legal In Canada?
Gun control has long been a hot-button issue in Canada, and recent developments, including the Trudeau Gun Ban, have reignited the...
How Trump's 25% Import Tax Could Reshape Canadian Life
Picture this: You’re shopping for a new car, and the price tag feels… off. A familiar $30,000 vehicle now costs closer to $38,000. Or...
U.S. Man Pleads Guilty to Smuggling Migrants from BC to Washington State
A still from surveillance footage shows a man identified by U.S. authorities as Jesus Ortiz-Plata. Ortiz-Plata has entered a guilty plea...
The Search for Answers: Jodi Henrickson Documentary Sheds New Light on Bowen Island Mystery
The disappearance of Jodi Henrickson  in June 2009 is one of British Columbia's most perplexing cold cases. At just 17 years old, Jodi...
5 Best Non-Fiction True Crime Books
True crime books have a unique way of gripping readers—drawing us into the shadows of human nature, where reality is more disturbing than...
The Best True Crime YouTube Channels You Need to Subscribe To
There’s something about true crime that scratches a certain itch, like the sinister, lingering feeling that hangs in the air before a...
Best Combat Gear
Best Punching Bags for Apartments: Top 5 Space-Saving & Quiet Options for Your Home Gym
Living in an apartment doesn’t mean you have to give up your boxing or martial arts training. But with limited space and the need to keep...
Muay Thai vs. Karate for Self-Defense: Which Is More Effective?
When you’re faced with danger, every second counts—and your self-defense training needs to deliver. Whether you want to feel more secure...
Where to Buy Muay Thai Shorts in Canada: Top Places to Shop
Tired of wasting time and money on Muay Thai shorts that don’t fit, don’t last, or take forever to ship in Canada? We’ve got you covered...
3 Top-Rated MMA Shin Guards for Sparring
You're in the middle of an intense MMA sparring session, and the last thing you want is to feel the sharp sting of an unprotected shin....
What Are the Best Boxing Gloves for The Heavy Bag?
When selecting the best boxing gloves for heavy bag training, there are several factors to consider, including protection, comfort,...
What Boxing Gloves Did Mike Tyson Wear? 5 Best Boxing Gloves
During his prime, Mike Tyson was often seen wearing a specific brand and model of gloves, which became as much a part of his persona as...
Safety Gear
Stop Creeps! 5 Best Privacy Deck Railing Designs For Privacy
Ever get the feeling someone’s watching you while you sip your coffee in your PJs? That’s not paranoia—it’s the guy in apartment 4B with...
Radon Test Kit: 3 Most Accurate Radon Test Kits
Imagine buying a new home, excited to move your family into what seems like a safe, modern space. You notice the basement is perfect for...
Self-Defense Cane Walking Sticks: Practical Techniques & Where To Buy
For many, the cane seems like an innocuous everyday item. But in reality it's a affordable self-defense tool that no one will see coming....
Can Bear Spray Expire? Know When To Replace & How To Store It Safely
Bear spray can be a lifesaver in the wild— if it works when you need it.  But can bear spray expire ? Knowing the answer could be the...
Best Safety Devices For Seniors With Dementia To Prevent Accidents
When a loved one has Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, the home becomes a place full of hidden risks. Caring for someone with...
What Does a Spy Pen Do? 5 Best Models, Unique Abilities & Legal Use Tips
Need to capture discreet recordings without being noticed?  A spy pen  might be exactly what you’re looking for. These pens, which look...
Home Security
How to Secure Your Small Business in Vancouver from Break-Ins: Expert Tips
Imagine arriving at your small business in Vancouver’s Chinatown, only to find shattered glass littering the sidewalk and your front...
3 Best Home Security Systems for Renters (Canada)
When you're renting, securing your space can feel out of your control. Protecting your space can be tricky when permanent setups aren't...
Surviving a Home Invasion: Essential Stats & Best Products
You wake to a noise in the dead of night, something unfamiliar and unsettling that slices through the silence like a knife. Heart...
Can You Have Security Cameras Around Your House? 5 Best Security Cameras
Can you have security cameras around your house? Absolutely. In British Columbia, Canada, installing security cameras on your property is...
Are Motion Sensors Worth It? Your Ultimate Guide (Canada)
If you want to prevent break-ins, motion sensor alarms significantly improve security by detecting suspicious movement and triggering...
Can I Legally Kill a Home Intruder in Canada?
In Canadian law, using lethal force against a home intruder is legal only when it's reasonable and proportional to the threat faced.
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