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CTV News
17-05-2025
- CTV News
Road Safety Week, Safe Boating Week
OPP Sgt. Kyle Arnold reminds everyone that Canada Road Safety Week continues on through the long weekend and Safe Boating Week is about to start, so buckle up, watch your speed, drive sober, go through all your safety equipmen and enjoy the long weekend.
Ottawa Citizen
14-05-2025
- Ottawa Citizen
Driver hits more than twice the speed limit outside Ottawa during Road Safety Week
This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Driver caught doing 178 kmh in an 80 kmh zone during Caada Road Safety Week. Provincial police nabbed a driver Wednesday travelling at 178 km/h in an 80 km/h zone on Cobden Road in rural Admaston-Bromley, about 120 kilometres northwest of Ottawa. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles from Elizabeth Payne, David Pugliese, Andrew Duffy, Bruce Deachman and others. Plus, food reviews and event listings in the weekly newsletter, Ottawa, Out of Office. Unlimited online access to Ottawa Citizen and 15 news sites with one account. Ottawa Citizen ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles from Elizabeth Payne, David Pugliese, Andrew Duffy, Bruce Deachman and others. Plus, food reviews and event listings in the weekly newsletter, Ottawa, Out of Office. Unlimited online access to Ottawa Citizen and 15 news sites with one account. Ottawa Citizen ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors 'That's 98 km/h over the posted speed limit,' OPP noted on social media. The driver was handed a 30-day driving licence suspension and a 14-day vehicle impoundment. The driver also faces a minimum $2,000 fine, six demerit points, and a one-year driving prohibition upon conviction. 'This is Canada Road Safety Week, and road safety is everyone's responsibility,' OPP said in the release. This advertisement has not loaded yet.
Cision Canada
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- Cision Canada
CAA South Central Ontario and OPP team up to remind drivers to slow down and move over this summer
THORNHILL, ON, May 13, 2025 /CNW/ - As the busy summer travel season approaches, CAA South Central Ontario (CAA SCO) and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are teaming up to remind motorists about the importance of Ontario's Slow Down, Move Over law, a life-saving rule designed to protect emergency responders and roadside workers. CAA clubs across Canada are marking the second Tuesday in May as National Slow Down, Move Over Day today. OPP and CAA SCO representatives are holding an education event at the ONroute King City from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. OPP is also conducting a ride-along with the media to highlight enforcement efforts. The timing is especially important as Canada Road Safety Week also begins today, shining a broader spotlight on making Canadian roads safer for all. "Our highways are among the busiest in Canada, and for first responders and tow truck drivers, they are also their workplaces," said Michael Stewart. "Everyone deserves a safe place to work. Drivers can do their part by slowing down and moving over when they see flashing lights." The Slow Down, Move Over law is designed to protect their lives. In Ontario, drivers are required to slow down and, if it is safe to do so, move over one lane when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle — including police, fire, ambulance, and tow trucks — with flashing lights activated. Failure to comply could result in fines ranging from $400 to $2,000, three demerit points, and even a possible driver's licence suspension for up to two years if convicted. "Education and awareness are key," said Kerry Schmitt. "Each year, first responders and tow operators are put at risk when assisting stranded drivers or attending collisions. By slowing down and moving over, drivers can help make the roads safer for everyone." CAA SCO and the OPP encourage all drivers to keep safety top of mind, not just during the summer months but every day of the year. For more information about the Slow Down, Move Over law, visit About CAA South Central Ontario As a leader and advocate for road safety and mobility, CAA South Central Ontario is a not-for-profit auto club which represents the interests of over 2.6 million Members. For over a century, CAA has collaborated with communities, police services and governments to help keep drivers and their families safe while travelling on our roads.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
CAA South Central Ontario and OPP team up to remind drivers to slow down and move over this summer
THORNHILL, ON, May 13, 2025 /CNW/ - As the busy summer travel season approaches, CAA South Central Ontario (CAA SCO) and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are teaming up to remind motorists about the importance of Ontario's Slow Down, Move Over law, a life-saving rule designed to protect emergency responders and roadside workers. CAA clubs across Canada are marking the second Tuesday in May as National Slow Down, Move Over Day today. OPP and CAA SCO representatives are holding an education event at the ONroute King City from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. OPP is also conducting a ride-along with the media to highlight enforcement efforts. The timing is especially important as Canada Road Safety Week also begins today, shining a broader spotlight on making Canadian roads safer for all. "Our highways are among the busiest in Canada, and for first responders and tow truck drivers, they are also their workplaces," said Michael Stewart. "Everyone deserves a safe place to work. Drivers can do their part by slowing down and moving over when they see flashing lights." The Slow Down, Move Over law is designed to protect their lives. In Ontario, drivers are required to slow down and, if it is safe to do so, move over one lane when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle — including police, fire, ambulance, and tow trucks — with flashing lights activated. Failure to comply could result in fines ranging from $400 to $2,000, three demerit points, and even a possible driver's licence suspension for up to two years if convicted. "Education and awareness are key," said Kerry Schmitt. "Each year, first responders and tow operators are put at risk when assisting stranded drivers or attending collisions. By slowing down and moving over, drivers can help make the roads safer for everyone." CAA SCO and the OPP encourage all drivers to keep safety top of mind, not just during the summer months but every day of the year. For more information about the Slow Down, Move Over law, visit About CAA South Central Ontario As a leader and advocate for road safety and mobility, CAA South Central Ontario is a not-for-profit auto club which represents the interests of over 2.6 million Members. For over a century, CAA has collaborated with communities, police services and governments to help keep drivers and their families safe while travelling on our roads. SOURCE CAA South Central Ontario View original content to download multimedia: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
