MADD Canada

MADD Canada Supports Administrative Sanctions at .05% -.08% BAC in Quebec

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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OAKVILLE, Ontario, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada believes strong administrative sanctions in the .05% to .08% blood alcohol concentration (BAC) range are important to reduce impaired driving deaths and injuries.

Key Points: 
  • OAKVILLE, Ontario, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada believes strong administrative sanctions in the .05% to .08% blood alcohol concentration (BAC) range are important to reduce impaired driving deaths and injuries.
  • All provinces in Canada, except Quebec, have administrative licence suspensions at the .05% to .08% BAC level, which has enhanced road safety.
  • MADD Canada’s National President, Tanya Hansen Pratt, knows all too well the real cost of impaired driving.
  • Surveys have shown that the majority of Quebecers support sanctions at the .05% BAC level to reduce impaired driving and related crashes and injuries.

National Impaired Driving Prevention Week – Combatting Impaired Driving Requires Holistic Approach

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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OAKVILLE, Ontario, March 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- March 17 – 23, 2023 is National Impaired Driving Prevention Week.

Key Points: 
  • OAKVILLE, Ontario, March 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- March 17 – 23, 2023 is National Impaired Driving Prevention Week.
  • Despite the progress that has been made, impaired driving is still one of the leading causes of criminal death in Canada.
  • MADD Canada’s National President, Tanya Hansen Pratt, knows all too well the real cost of impaired driving.
  • Drug impaired driving also endangers Canadians and according to Public Safety Canada, is on the rise.

Celebrating this St. Patrick’s Day – Arrange a Sober Ride Home

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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“When you’re out celebrating St. Patrick’s Day throughout this weekend, please don’t rely on luck to get home safely,” said MADD Canada National President Tanya Hansen Pratt.

Key Points: 
  • “When you’re out celebrating St. Patrick’s Day throughout this weekend, please don’t rely on luck to get home safely,” said MADD Canada National President Tanya Hansen Pratt.
  • “Take a few minutes ahead of time to plan your sober transportation.
  • Every year, hundreds of Canadians are killed and thousands are injured in crashes involving alcohol, cannabis or other drugs.
  • Those looking for a safe, sober and reliable ride home at the push of a button can check out Uber, the Official Designated Ride of MADD Canada.

MADD Canada and MPI Working Together to Protect Students From Impaired Driving

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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WINNIPEG, Manitoba, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Safe and sober driving is on the lesson plan for Manitoba students as MADD Canada and Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) deliver a dynamic impaired driving prevention program to schools around the province.

Key Points: 
  • WINNIPEG, Manitoba, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Safe and sober driving is on the lesson plan for Manitoba students as MADD Canada and Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) deliver a dynamic impaired driving prevention program to schools around the province.
  • As the provincial sponsor of MADD Canada’s School Program, MPI is directly sponsoring 116 presentations throughout the school year, bringing the sober driving message to thousands of Manitoba students.
  • “MPI is proud to work with MADD Canada to deliver this compelling and powerful message to students,” said Satvir Jatana, MPI’s President & CEO.
  • Following the fictional portion of the show, students see the personal stories of Holly Burton, Robin Croteau and Kylee Wallace – all young real-life victims of impaired driving.

Media Advisory: Winnipeg Students to See Dynamic Sober Driving Message From MADD Canada and Manitoba Public Insurance

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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WINNIPEG, Manitoba, March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada and Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) are bringing a powerful and dynamic message about impaired driving prevention to Manitoba students.

Key Points: 
  • WINNIPEG, Manitoba, March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada and Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) are bringing a powerful and dynamic message about impaired driving prevention to Manitoba students.
  • As Provincial Sponsor of MADD Canada’s School Program, MPI is directly sponsoring 116 presentations this school year.
  • March 7 at 10 a.m.
    Oak Park High School – 820 Charleswood Road, Winnipeg, MB R3R 1K6
    Young people are at increased risk for impaired driving.
  • The films are revamped School Program presentations that include new educational components to allow for more hands-on learning with students.

Prevent Impaired Driving This Holiday Season with New Resources from the Impaired Driving Coalition of Canada

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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Ottawa, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - December 11, 2023) - The month of December is a busy time as family, friends and colleagues are in the midst of planning one or more holiday celebrations. Police services across the country will also be out on the roads this time of year to make sure we all arrive safely at our destination. The Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) is pleased to release new resources from its Impaired Driving Coalition of Canada (IDCC) which can empower communities and help raise awareness locally to prevent impaired driving this season. The IDCC represents more than 20 organizations working to complete a National Action Plan.

Key Points: 
  • Self-reported impaired driving declined in 2023 but too many Canadians continue to report driving when they believed they were over the legal limit.
  • The Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) is pleased to release new resources from its Impaired Driving Coalition of Canada (IDCC) which can empower communities and help raise awareness locally to prevent impaired driving this season.
  • TIRF's Impaired Driving Coalition of Canada brings together national, provincial and local organizations with a shared concern about impaired driving.
  • TIRF encourages individuals, communities, and organizations across Canada to utilize these resources to make informed decisions and contribute to the collective effort to prevent impaired driving.

Keep Roads Safe This Holiday Season – Plan Ahead For A Sober Ride

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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Serve drinks yourself so you can monitor how much your guests are consuming.

Key Points: 
  • Serve drinks yourself so you can monitor how much your guests are consuming.
  • Don’t serve alcohol to guests who are already intoxicated.
  • Canadians wanting to plan their sober and reliable ride home from holiday and New Year’s celebrations can do it with just the push of a button - check out Uber, the Official Designated Ride of MADD Canada.
  • MADD Canada is currently in the midst of its 36nd annual Project Red Ribbon campaign to promote safe and sober driving during the holiday season.

Oilers Launch Holiday Homestand 50/50 - in Support of Santas Anonymous, Christmas Bureau, MADD Canada, Hope Mission and Kids Kottage

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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“The holiday season can be a difficult time for many families across Oil Country,” said Corey Smith, EOCF Board Chair.

Key Points: 
  • “The holiday season can be a difficult time for many families across Oil Country,” said Corey Smith, EOCF Board Chair.
  • “We are honoured to partner with Santas Anonymous, the Christmas Bureau, MADD Canada, Hope Mission and Kids Kottage through the Holiday Homestand 50/50, to help ensure that all kids and families in Oil Country experience some holiday cheer this year.
  • With significantly increased demand this year, the organization needs the support of all of Oil Country to deliver toys to over 20,000 kids each year.
  • “Thank you Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation for your partnership and outstanding support of Kids Kottage Foundation,” said Kids Kottage Co-Directors, Lori Reiter and Pam Miller.

Make A Safe And Sober Driver Your MVP This Grey Cup Weekend

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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“We hope fans enjoy the game, and we urge them to make their safe and sober transportation plans well ahead of opening kick-off,” said MADD Canada National President Tanya Hansen Pratt.

Key Points: 
  • “We hope fans enjoy the game, and we urge them to make their safe and sober transportation plans well ahead of opening kick-off,” said MADD Canada National President Tanya Hansen Pratt.
  • “If you’re going to be consuming alcohol, cannabis or other drugs while watching the game, please leave the driving to someone sober.”
    Every year, hundreds of people are killed and thousands are injured in impairment-related crashes.
  • Canadians wanting to plan their sober and reliable ride home from Grey Cup celebrations can do it with just the push of a button - check out Uber, the Official Designated Ride of MADD Canada.
  • MADD Canada is currently in the midst of its 36nd annual Project Red Ribbon campaign to promote safe and sober driving during the holiday season.

MADD Canada And Alcool NB Liquor Bring Sober Driving Message To Students Across New Brunswick

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Friday, November 10, 2023
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MONCTON, New Brunswick, Nov. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada’s School Program is back in New Brunswick to deliver its life-saving sober driving message to students, with generous support from Alcool NB Liquor (ANBL).

Key Points: 
  • MONCTON, New Brunswick, Nov. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada’s School Program is back in New Brunswick to deliver its life-saving sober driving message to students, with generous support from Alcool NB Liquor (ANBL).
  • The films are revamped School Program presentations that include new educational components to allow for more hands-on learning with students.
  • “ANBL is proud to be a partner of MADD Canada, supporting the incredible work they do to educate our youth on the harms of impaired driving.
  • MADD Canada’s School Program strives to reduce impaired driving among young people by delivering a powerful message about the impact of impaired driving and equipping students with the knowledge and motivation to prevent it.