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This Impaired Driving Prevention Awareness Week, Let’s Drop The ‘A’ Word. Impaired Driving Is Not An ‘Accident’

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Monday, March 16, 2020
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OAKVILLE, Ontario, March 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- March 15 21 is National Impaired Driving Prevention Awareness Week across Canada.

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  • OAKVILLE, Ontario, March 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- March 15 21 is National Impaired Driving Prevention Awareness Week across Canada.
  • MADD Canada joins governments, law enforcement agencies and community organizations in raising awareness about the risks and consequences of impaired driving.
  • Established in 2018 and designated for the third week of March every year, National Impaired Driving Prevention Awareness Week encourages all Canadians to help prevent impaired driving and keep roads safe.
  • MADD Canada is a national, charitable organization that is committed to stopping impaired driving and supporting the victims of this violent crime.

Alberta Media Release - 2nd Provincial Roadside Memorial for Victim of Alcohol-Related Crash To Be Unveiled Today

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Wednesday, February 5, 2020
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Located near the crash site on southbound Highway 2, just south of Highway 41, the sign features Thomas name and MADD Canadas iconic red ribbon.

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  • Located near the crash site on southbound Highway 2, just south of Highway 41, the sign features Thomas name and MADD Canadas iconic red ribbon.
  • The sign pays tribute to Thomas and also serves as a powerful reminder to the public about the tragic consequences of impaired driving.
  • MADD Canada thanks Thomas family for their courage, and the Government of Alberta, Alberta Transportation and the City of Edmonton for their support.
  • In August 2019, MADD Canada and the Government of Alberta unveiled the provinces first roadside memorial sign, located near Calgary, for Alfred Benary, who was killed in an impairment-related crash in 2015.

MADD Canada Launches Atlantic Region Awareness Campaign to Promote Sober Driving

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Friday, December 6, 2019
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Running from November to the beginning of January, Project Red Ribbon raises awareness about the risks of impaired driving, and encourages motorists to always drive sober.

Key Points: 
  • Running from November to the beginning of January, Project Red Ribbon raises awareness about the risks of impaired driving, and encourages motorists to always drive sober.
  • During the campaign, MADD Canadas Atlantic Region Chapters and Community Leaders will be out in their communities, handing out red ribbons and red ribbon car decals for the public to use as a symbol of their commitment to sober driving.
  • At this time of year, when holiday parties and gatherings are starting, its so important to share the sober driving message, said MADD Canada Chief Operating Officer Dawn Regan.
  • With volunteer-driven groups in more than 100 communities across Canada, MADD Canada aims to offer support services to victims, heighten awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and save lives and prevent injuries on our roads.

Preventing Impaired Driving In Atlantic Region This Holiday Season

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Wednesday, December 4, 2019
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SAINT JOHN, New Brunswick, Dec. 04, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With the holiday season fast approaching, MADD Canada and Irving Oil are teaming up to promote sober driving throughout the Atlantic Region.

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  • SAINT JOHN, New Brunswick, Dec. 04, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With the holiday season fast approaching, MADD Canada and Irving Oil are teaming up to promote sober driving throughout the Atlantic Region.
  • Media are invited to attend the launch event to help spread this important message as we enter into the holiday season.
  • Friday, December 6 at 7 p.m.
    Official ribbon-cutting ceremony, tree-lighting, placement of angel ornaments on tree by victims of impaired driving.
  • Now in its 32nd year, Project Red Ribbon targets the Christmas and New Year holiday season because it is the busiest time of year on most social calendars and the risk for impaired driving is high.

National Family Partnership Announces Creation of Drug Free USA Forever Stamp

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Friday, November 1, 2019
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Postal Service revealed the new "Drug Free USA Forever" stamp yesterday in conjunction with National Family Partnership's (NFP) Red Ribbon Week , the nation's oldest and largest drug prevention program taking place each year from October 23 through 31.

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  • Postal Service revealed the new "Drug Free USA Forever" stamp yesterday in conjunction with National Family Partnership's (NFP) Red Ribbon Week , the nation's oldest and largest drug prevention program taking place each year from October 23 through 31.
  • Postal Service's Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee, to propose a stamp to raise national awareness about the dangers of drug misuse.
  • The Drug Free USA Forever stamp features a white star with lines of red, light blue, and blue radiating from one side of each of the star's five points, suggesting the unity necessary at all levels to effectively address drug use.
  • The National Family Partnership was established in 1980 and is a national leader in drug prevention, education and advocacy.

‘Tis the Season for Project Red Ribbon — MADD Canada and Special Guests Launch Holiday Awareness Campaign to Prevent Impaired Driving

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Friday, November 1, 2019
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Running from November 1 to the beginning of January, Project Red Ribbon raises awareness about the risks of impaired driving, and encourages motorists to always drive sober.

Key Points: 
  • Running from November 1 to the beginning of January, Project Red Ribbon raises awareness about the risks of impaired driving, and encourages motorists to always drive sober.
  • We can all help prevent impaired driving and make our roads safer, this holiday season and all year long.
  • MADD Canadas red ribbons and car decals are available through the MADD Canada website at www.madd.ca , Chapters and Community Leaders, and participating sponsor outlets.
  • MADD Canada is a national, charitable organization that is committed to stopping impaired driving and supporting the victims of this violent crime.

U.S. Postal Service Marks Red Ribbon Week with Drug Free USA Stamp

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Thursday, October 31, 2019
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Postal Service today revealed the Drug Free USA Forever stamp during Red Ribbon Week, the nation's oldest and largest drug use prevention awareness program.

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  • Postal Service today revealed the Drug Free USA Forever stamp during Red Ribbon Week, the nation's oldest and largest drug use prevention awareness program.
  • "The Postal Service is glad to do its part in marking Red Ribbon Week, and renewing our commitment to helping these efforts to educate youth about the dangers of illegal drugs."
  • Red Ribbon Week was started after the death of Drug Enforcement Administration special agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena, who was tortured and murdered in 1985 by drug traffickers he was investigating in Mexico.
  • Postal Service will issue a stamp affirming our commitment to a drug-free America," said DEA Acting Administrator Dhillon.

Red Ribbon Campaign Photo Contest to Award $20,000 to America's Schools for Drug Prevention

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Friday, October 18, 2019
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MIAMI, Oct. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The 9th Annual National Red Ribbon Photo Contest is currently underway.

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  • MIAMI, Oct. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The 9th Annual National Red Ribbon Photo Contest is currently underway.
  • The contest runs through November 1st and children, adults and families across the country are encouraged to participate by uploading their best Red Ribbon themed photo to: www.RedRibbon.org/contest .
  • The National Family Partnership was established in 1980 and is a national leader in drug prevention, education and advocacy.
  • NFP created the Red Ribbon campaign in response to the 1985 abduction and murder of DEA agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena.

National Family Partnership Kicks Off Its 9th Annual National Red Ribbon Photo Contest

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Thursday, September 26, 2019
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The contest, co-sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, incorporates this year's Red Ribbon theme, Send A Message.Stay Drug Free, and is being held in conjunction with National Red Ribbon Week which takes place each year from October 23 through 31.

Key Points: 
  • The contest, co-sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, incorporates this year's Red Ribbon theme, Send A Message.Stay Drug Free, and is being held in conjunction with National Red Ribbon Week which takes place each year from October 23 through 31.
  • The photo contest involves participants decorating the fronts of their homes (front door, mailbox or fence) or school campuses with double-looped red ribbons while incorporating this year's Red Ribbon theme.
  • "Each year, the National Family Partnership looks forward to promoting the contest as a fun and engaging way to start a conversation about drug prevention," saidPeggy Sapp, NFP President.
  • The National Family Partnership was established in 1980 and is a national leader in drug prevention, education and advocacy.

National Family Partnership Announces 2018 Red Ribbon Photo Contest Winners

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Monday, December 3, 2018
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Today, the National Family Partnership (NFP) announced 20 winners of its 8th Annual National Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the National Family Partnership (NFP) announced 20 winners of its 8th Annual National Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest.
  • To qualify for the National Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest, families and schools were invited to decorate the front of their homes and campuses with a double-looped red ribbon and the words of this year's Red Ribbon theme: Life is Your Journey.
  • The Contest, which is co-sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, was held in conjunction with the 33rd Annual National Red Ribbon Week.
  • "Congratulations to the winners of the National Red Ribbon Photo Contest," said DEA Acting Administrator Uttam Dhillon.