Candles

• Scented candles are a popular holiday gift. Are safety fears overblown?

  Social media is filled with posts warning about the hidden dangers of scented candles, claiming they release harmful chemicals into the air and can irritate the skin.

  Health

  Dec 6, 2024
  
• St. Boniface fire likely caused by improper candle use, Winnipeg firefighters say

  Improper use of a candle is likely to blame for an accidental fire at a four-unit residence on Dumoulin Street, Winnipeg firefighters say.

  Fire

  Feb 2, 2023
  
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• Health Canada recalls thousands of candles for burning the wrong way

  The recall affects certain three-wick candles sold over the holidays in Canada.

  Trending

  Jan 6, 2021
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• Sask. entrepreneur to have DIY custom candles showcased at Oscars

  Wolsey, Sask. entrepreneur Michelle Bieber will have her DIY custom candles featured at the Oscars in February.

  Canada

  Jan 8, 2020
• 1 person injured in Saskatoon house fire caused by unattended candle

  Saskatoon Fire Department officials said a person was taken to hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation after a house fire in the Haultain neighbourhood.

  Canada

  Mar 28, 2019
• Sleeping woman’s hair catches fire from burning candles: Guelph police

  Guelph police say the 25-year-old woman received burns to her head, ear and upper shoulders.

  Canada

  Mar 5, 2019
• Burning candles cause $100K fire in Saskatoon

  The Saskatoon Fire Department is reminding people not to leave burning candles unattended after a fire in the city Sunday morning.

  Canada

  Dec 17, 2017
• Artist from Greece creating natural massage candles in Manitoba

  Anastasia Tertigka is hoping to help people scent their troubles away with creations including a natural massage candle.

  Lifestyle

  Nov 3, 2016
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• 5 Halloween safety tips to keep in mind this year

  With Halloween just around the corner, families are making sure to stay safe to enjoy the celebrations.

  Canada

  Oct 26, 2016