With the spread of COVID-19, Spring 2020 looks quite different from years past. As restrictions are lifting, more vehicles and people are on the road than we’ve seen in the past two months. These...
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Raise your hand if you’re a safe driver
I know what you’re saying: it’s not me, it’s other drivers. If asked whether we’re a safe driver, chances are many of us would enthusiastically and confidently say yes. There should be something...
You are not invincible
A Mother’s Mantra – Road safety lessons to last a lifetime With Mother’s Day this weekend, many of us are probably feeling a little frustrated at being unable to celebrate in person and, more...
Safe road use remains vital during COVID-19 pandemic despite lower traffic volumes
Physical distancing and social isolation have changed our roadways immensely. For the time being, slow commutes, congested rush hour traffic, construction zones and seemingly endless red lights have...
Distracted Driving Puts all Canadians at Risk
Constant stimulation and short attention spans have become the norm, with phone alerts providing the soundtrack in our hectic lives. Distracted driving is, hands-down, one of the most serious issues...
There’s No Trick to Staying Safe on Halloween
This Halloween let’s work together to keep the streets safe for everyone. On October 31st, countless kids in costumes as ghosts, ghoulies, goblins, witches/wizards and the latest pop culture trends...
Understanding & Preventing Distractions on the Road: #Infographic
Most of us have experienced a near-miss or a close call on the road; but have you ever stopped to consider what factors were the difference between avoiding a collision versus being involved in one...
Women’s Straight Talk Series on Drunk Driving – What if?
"People may not recognize the risks of driving after drinking because they cannot accurately gauge their level of impairment." Taking a moment to work through the positives of not taking any chances...
Women’s Straight Talk Series on Drunk Driving – Can anybody hear me?
Day-to-day pressures can contribute to increased drinking among women. Talking about it can help. Every little girl has heard the phrase, “You can have it all.” We grow up believing that one day we...
Women’s Straight Talk Series on Drunk Driving – Saying I can…not?
Safety concerns discourage women who have been drinking from taking a ride from someone they don’t know. How many times have we said yes when we really meant no?
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