The nationwide law enforcement initiative is aimed at making Canada’s roadways the safest in the world. Police from across the country will be promoting safe driving practices, using education and enforcement to remind citizens of the behaviours that put drivers, passengers, pedestrians and other road users at risk.
“With the long weekend approaching, we’re reminding Edmontonians traffic safety is a shared responsibility that needs to be top priority,” says Staff Sgt. Randy Loxterkamp with the EPS Traffic Section. “Dangers on our city streets are often preventable – choose safe, responsible behaviours when using roadways.”
Targeted enforcement during Canada Road Safety Week will focus on:
- Impaired driving
- Seatbelt and child restraint use
- Aggressive driving
- Distracted driving
From May 12-18, 2015, there were 2,433 charges laid by EPS officers during Canada Road Safety Week. Of those, 1,042 were for speeding, 303 for other aggressive driving offences, 84 for seatbelt violations and 184 for distracted driving. There were 69 charges laid for alcohol impaired driving, three charges for drug impaired driving and 58 driving suspensions.
Canada Road Safety Week is sponsored by the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police and Transport Canada and is part of Canada’s Road Safety Strategy 2025.