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Victims and Survivors of Impaired Driving Gather for MADD Canada’s National Conference and Candlelight Vigil

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星期五, 五月 24, 2024
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OAKVILLE, Ontario, May 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Over 100 people from across the country will gather this weekend at MADD Canada’s annual National Conference for Victims and Survivors of Impaired Driving and Candlelight Vigil of Hope and Remembrance.

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  • OAKVILLE, Ontario, May 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Over 100 people from across the country will gather this weekend at MADD Canada’s annual National Conference for Victims and Survivors of Impaired Driving and Candlelight Vigil of Hope and Remembrance.
  • MADD Canada’s National President, Tanya Hansen Pratt, remembers attending the conference for the first time after losing her mother, Beryl, in 1999.
  • Our conference is the only one if its kind in Canada.”
    The Candlelight Vigil of Hope and Remembrance is a powerful and emotional part of the conference.
  • The Vigil gives victims and survivors a chance to honour loved ones who have been killed and acknowledge injuries sustained because of impaired driving.

Stay Safe and Sober on Roads, Waterways and Trails This Victoria Day Weekend

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星期五, 五月 17, 2024
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OAKVILLE, Ontario, May 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As many Canadians look forward to the Victoria Day holiday weekend, MADD Canada is asking everyone to do their part to keep roads, trails and waterways safe by never operating a vehicle impaired.

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  • OAKVILLE, Ontario, May 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As many Canadians look forward to the Victoria Day holiday weekend, MADD Canada is asking everyone to do their part to keep roads, trails and waterways safe by never operating a vehicle impaired.
  • “The Victoria Day long weekend is the unofficial start to summer for many of us and we want everyone to have a happy and fun holiday,” said MADD Canada National President Tanya Hansen Pratt.
  • “I lost my Mom to an impaired driver and my family feels her absence every holiday.
  • “Stay over, take public transportation, appoint a sober driver or check out Uber, MADD Canada’s Official Designated Driving App.”
    As the unofficial start of summer, the Victoria Day long weekend marks the annual start of MADD Canada’s Campaign 911 program.

MADD Canada, SGI and SLGA urge students to keep grad celebrations safe

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星期四, 五月 16, 2024
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Grad celebrations are taking place over the next month across Saskatchewan, and MADD Canada is teaming up with SGI and SLGA to ask students to celebrate responsibly.

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  • Grad celebrations are taking place over the next month across Saskatchewan, and MADD Canada is teaming up with SGI and SLGA to ask students to celebrate responsibly.
  • “Congratulations to all students who are finishing high school; it’s an important milestone, and one worthy of celebration,” said Dustin Duncan, Minister Responsible for SGI and SLGA.
  • MADD Canada wants to teach young people about the impact of impaired driving and equipping students with the knowledge and motivation to prevent it.
  • This year, Saskatchewan students in Grades 7 – 12 across Saskatchewan learned about devastating consequences of impaired driving, thanks to MADD Canada’s School Program.

Michigan Brewery & MADD Launch Unprecedented Responsible Drinking Alliance

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星期三, 五月 15, 2024
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FARMINGTON, Mich., May 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- An unprecedented agreement between Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Michigan and a local brewery hopes to save lives, raise funds and awareness for MADD-MI through an initiative that places responsible drinking messaging directly in the brewery.

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  • FARMINGTON, Mich., May 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- An unprecedented agreement between Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Michigan and a local brewery hopes to save lives, raise funds and awareness for MADD-MI through an initiative that places responsible drinking messaging directly in the brewery.
  • Heights Brewing , a new brewery based in downtown Farmington, Michigan, has taken the bold step of being the first brewery to directly support MADD-MI regarding the issue of responsible drinking at the point of purchase.
  • According to Paula Love, MADD Michigan Regional Executive Director, the agreement is groundbreaking.
  • "We want people to also plan how they will get home if they plan on drinking."

MADD Canada Applauds Positive Changes to Combat Impaired Driving in Ontario

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星期三, 五月 15, 2024
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OAKVILLE, Ontario, May 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada commends the Ontario Government for taking steps to enhance road safety and combat impaired driving in Ontario.

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  • OAKVILLE, Ontario, May 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada commends the Ontario Government for taking steps to enhance road safety and combat impaired driving in Ontario.
  • MADD Canada CEO, Steve Sullivan and Carolyn Swinson (MADD Toronto) joined Transportation Minister, Prabmeet Sarkaria, today for the announcement.
  • Carolyn Swinson knows all too well the real cost of impaired driving.
  • “MADD Canada applauds the Government for making these changes.

MADD Canada Applauds New Brunswick Government for Strengthening Impaired Driving Laws

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星期二, 五月 7, 2024
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OAKVILLE, Ontario, May 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada commends the New Brunswick Government for taking steps to enhance road safety and combat impaired driving by introducing legislation to strengthen its administrative penalties and implement an Immediate Roadside Suspension (IRS) program.

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  • OAKVILLE, Ontario, May 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MADD Canada commends the New Brunswick Government for taking steps to enhance road safety and combat impaired driving by introducing legislation to strengthen its administrative penalties and implement an Immediate Roadside Suspension (IRS) program.
  • MADD Canada National President, Tanya Hansen Pratt, lost her mother Beryl in 1999.
  • “MADD Canada applauds the Government for making these changes.
  • MADD Canada believes IRP is an effective tool to combat impaired driving and reduce the tragedies on our roads.

Mobile Bar Business, Cure Cocktails, and Events is Giving Back during Small Business Month With the “The Art of Drinking Responsibly Collaboration Project” Supporting Mothers Against Drunk Driving

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星期二, 五月 7, 2024
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Cure Cocktails and Events, a mobile bar business is raising awareness about drinking responsibly with its latest project, "The Art of Drinking Responsibly Collaboration Project."

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  • Cure Cocktails and Events, a mobile bar business is raising awareness about drinking responsibly with its latest project, "The Art of Drinking Responsibly Collaboration Project."
  • The project's creative director and the founder of Colored Collextion Harold Caudio , has worked closely with Cure Cocktails and Events on its CALL FOR ARTISTS.
  • Cure Cocktails and Events was founded in 2020 during the pandemic when restaurants and bars shut down, forcing people to socially distance themselves.
  • Small businesses are the economic backbone of this country and National Small Business Month is a great opportunity to shine the light on small businesses.

MADD Canada And NLC Working Together To Protect Students From Impaired Driving

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星期三, 四月 17, 2024
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MADD Canada’s School Program is delivered to students in Grades 7 – 12.

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  • MADD Canada’s School Program is delivered to students in Grades 7 – 12.
  • “Our School Program gives young people a realistic look at what can happen when someone drives impaired by alcohol, cannabis or other drugs,” said MADD Canada National President Tanya Hansen Pratt.
  • The films are revamped School Program presentations that include new educational components to allow for more hands-on learning with students.
  • “NLC is proud to support this effort to educate young people about the risks of impaired driving,” said Bruce Keating, President and CEO of NLC.

University of Arizona Women's Basketball Coach Adia Barnes Joins MADD Sports

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星期四, 四月 18, 2024
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IRVING, Texas, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MADD Sports proudly announces the addition of Adia Barnes, head coach of the University of Arizona Women's Basketball team, as a key leader in their mission to end impaired driving and promote responsible drinking. Coach Barnes brings her passion for community engagement and sports leadership to this crucial role, aiming to save lives and create safer communities.

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  • As a MADD Sports Advisor, Coach Barnes Will Accelerate MADD's Mission to Prevent Impaired Driving and Promote Responsible Drinking
    IRVING, Texas, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MADD Sports proudly announces the addition of Adia Barnes, head coach of the University of Arizona Women's Basketball team, as a key leader in their mission to end impaired driving and promote responsible drinking.
  • As a key advisor in MADD Sports, Coach Barnes will provide needed counsel and foster a collaborative environment.
  • MADD's CEO, Stacey D. Stewart, expressed enthusiasm about Coach Barnes' involvement, stating, "Coach Barnes brings a unique perspective and unwavering commitment to our cause.
  • For media inquiries or interview requests with Coach Adia Barnes or MADD Sports representatives, please contact: [email protected]

Hall of Fame Receiver Tim Brown Joins MADD Sports as Advisor to Combat Impaired Driving

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星期三, 四月 10, 2024
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IRVING, Texas, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) proudly announces Tim Brown, a Pro Football Hall of Fame receiver and former Oakland Raiders legend, as a MADD Sports advisor. Tim Brown will leverage the voice of athletes to focus on ending impaired driving within the sports community.

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  • IRVING, Texas, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) proudly announces Tim Brown, a Pro Football Hall of Fame receiver and former Oakland Raiders legend, as a MADD Sports advisor.
  • Tim Brown will leverage the voice of athletes to focus on ending impaired driving within the sports community.
  • "I am honored to join MADD Sports in their mission to end impaired driving and promote responsible behavior.
  • For media inquiries or interview requests with Tim Brown or MADD representatives, please contact MADD Communications, [email protected] .