Know an outstanding crossing guard who deserves some recognition? 🚸
Nominate them for #CANFavCrossGuard! Three guards from across Canada will be recognized, with $500 for each winner and $500 for their school: https://parachute.ca/en/program/canadas-favourite-crossing-guard/ #ParachuteVZ

Our Director of Knowledge Translation, Stephanie Cowle, discusses the safety risks of Ontario increasing speed limits to 110 km/h on several highways:
https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-63-the-current/clip/16241281-democrats-upcoming-u.s.-midterms-jill-lepore-artificial-state #ParachuteVZ

Youth are among the most vulnerable road users in Canada.
Join us tomorrow, Oct. 6, 1-2 p.m., for a webinar featuring youth advocates working to improve road safety in their communities: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MYKEvdE9RteyL8KXzd--uQ#/registration #ParachuteVZ

ATVs cause more permanent disabilities and death than most other sport or recreational activities. Check out our safety tips for ATV operation: https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/all-terrain-vehicles/ #ParachuteVZ #TurnSafetyOn

Last chance to apply! Applications for Parachute’s Youth Road Safety Ambassador Program close today, Oct. 2. Youth ages 15-24 can receive a $1,000 grant to bring a road safety project to life in their community: https://parachute.ca/en/program/youth-road-safety/youth-ambassadors/ #ParachuteVZ

How are youth helping create safer streets?
Join Aidan D’Souza, Brandon Kwon and Yasmine Ben Arous on Oct. 6, 1-2 p.m., for a webinar ahead of Canadian Youth Road Safety Week: parachute.ca/webinar #ParachuteVZ #CYRSW2026 #OurFutureRoads

Join us Oct. 6, 1-2 p.m., for a webinar featuring youth advocates working to improve road safety in their communities. Learn how to get involved in Canadian Youth Road Safety Week, Oct. 19–25: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MYKEvdE9RteyL8KXzd--uQ#/registration #ParachuteVZ

Safe driving starts with paying attention. Whether you’re on the highway or approaching a railway crossing, stay alert, watch for hazards and keep your focus on the road. Check out our safety tips: https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/road-safety/ #ParachuteVZ

Our Director of Knowledge Translation, Stephanie Cowle, spoke with Kyle Horner on The Kyle Horner Show on @am800cklw.bsky.social about e-scooter and e-bike safety: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/962-the-kyle-horner-show-sound-76578042/episode/e-scootere-bike-safety-345543656/ #ParachuteVZ

Most serious road crashes are preventable. Up to 90% of motor vehicle collisions are linked to human factors such as speed, distraction and impairment. Learn more: https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/road-safety/?utm_source=chatgpt.com #ParachuteVZ

Fall means shorter days, changing weather and busy roads 🍂 In 2023, 1,964 Canadians were killed on our roads and 26,503 were hospitalized with serious injuries. Up to 90% of motor vehicle collisions are preventable. Learn more: https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/road-safety/ #ParachuteVZ

It’s Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 20-26! Not every car seat accessory is safe. Avoid add-on products that didn’t come with your car seat unless the manufacturer says they’re approved.
Learn more: https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/car-seats/child-car-safety/ #TurnSafetyOn #ParachuteVZ

Even small reductions in speed can make a difference. For every 1.6 km/h reduction in average speed, collisions are reduced by 5%. Whether traffic is busy or the highway feels wide open, stick to the speed limit 🛣️. Learn more: https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/road-safety/ #ParachuteVZ

Speeding is a contributing factor in 1 in 4 fatal crashes in Canada 🇨🇦 Higher speeds also increase the severity of injuries when a crash happens. On the highway, follow posted speed limits and give yourself time to react❕ https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/road-safety/ #ParachuteVZ

Have an idea to make roads safer in your community? Youth ages 15-24 can apply for a $1,000 grant through Parachute’s Youth Road Safety Ambassador Program. Deadline: Oct. 2
https://parachute.ca/en/program/youth-road-safety/youth-ambassadors/ #ParachuteVZ

📢 Applications are open for Parachute’s Youth Road Safety Ambassador Program!
Youth ages 15–24 can receive a $1,000 grant to lead a road safety project in their community.
Apply by Oct. 2: https://parachute.ca/en/program/youth-road-safety/youth-ambassadors/ #ParachuteVZ

Driving back from the long weekend? 🚗
Highways may be busier than usual, so give yourself extra time, leave a safe following distance, avoid sudden lane changes and stick to the speed limit. Get home safely ✅ https://parachute.ca/en/injury-topic/road-safety/ #ParachuteVZ #TurnSafetyOn