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March 28, 2008 Proper installation and use of child restraints ensure safety
March 28, 2008 Buckle up! Seat belts are still the most effective safety device
March 28, 2008 Sheriffs nab over 1700 unsafe drivers Easter weekend
January 31, 2008 Drivers dangerously driven to distraction with multi-tasking
January 31, 2008 Make safety a street hockey goal
January 31, 2008 Combat Driver Fatigue to Stay Alert and Stay Alive
January 7, 2008 Working and travelling in winter: Safety is a must
December 14, 2007 Joint Forces Checkstop Pilot program shows the province's commitment to making Alberta's roads safer
December 6, 2007 Motorists have to be prepared for winter driving
December 6, 2007 Keep well back from the snowplows track
December 6, 2007 Checkstops' flashing lights are a sign of the festive season
December 6, 2007 Impaired driving is not an option on Alberta's roads
December 5, 2007 Take the road less travelled
December 5, 2007 Alberta Legislature passes Bill 49, the Traffic Safety Amendment Act 2007, which aims to reduce speeding and increase safety at urban intersections.
November 20, 2007 Bill 49 aims to improve traffic safety in Alberta
October 18, 2007 Increase in traffic collisions and injuries calls for action
September 26, 2007 Young Albertans “Walk the Talk” for traffic safety
September 25, 2007 Motorists and cyclists share responsibility on Alberta's roads
May 18, 2007 Rider control and sharing the road are keys to safe motorcycling
May 18, 2007 Protect yourself by wearing a helmet when cycling
April 26 ,2007 Young Albertans give roadsides a spring cleaning
April 18, 2007 Children's safety highlighted during United Nations Global Road Safety Week, April 23 - 29
February 16, 2007 Game on! Motorists need to be on the lookout for kids playing street hockey
February 16, 2007 Slowing down is the best strategy to avoid a wildlife collision
January 11, 2007 Alberta Snowmobile Association lists safety as a top priority
December 22, 2006 Impaired driving is still a problem on Alberta's roads
December 22, 2006 Celebrate the festive season responsibly
November 24, 2006 Vehicle preparation is the key to safe winter driving
November 17, 2006 Partners launch Safer Winter Highways campaign
November 17, 2006 Increase in traffic deaths and collisions calls for joint action
November 3, 2006 Government takes on the challenge of improving traffic safety
October 26, 2006 Parents play a key role in teaching children about school bus safety
October 23, 2006 Police now have the power to seize vehicles used to solicit prostitutes
October 16, 2006 Alert drivers play critical role in school bus safety
September 28, 2006 Children Walk the Talk to highlight the importance of traffic safety
September 15, 2006 Drivers urged to look out for kids who are back in school
September 6, 2006 Drivers Support Local Sheriffs
September 5, 2006 Sheriffs to begin patrolling Alberta highways
July 26, 2006 A good attitude is key to safe driving and avoiding road rage
July 25, 2006 Construction zone signs are there for a reason
July 19, 2006 Buckle up! Seat belts save lives
July 12, 2006 Driver distractions put road users at risk
July 10, 2006 School's out! Motorists reminded to watch out for kids on Alberta's streets
July 6, 2006 Modernized electronic driver knowledge test will reduce fraud and increase safety on Alberta's roads
June 27, 2006 Motorists and cyclists share responsibility on our roads
May 10, 2006 Spring driving can challenge even the best of drivers
January 25, 2006 Beware of wildlife on Alberta roadways
January 18, 2006 Sled smart and play safe when snowmobiling
December 30, 2005 Failing a CheckStop means losing your licence on the spot
December 23, 2005 Be smart, don't drink and drive
December 20, 2005 Driving safely during the holidays is the only way to go
December 7, 2005 Control is key to winter driving
November 30, 2005 Albertans urged to get ready for winter driving challenges
October 28, 2005 New law makes Alberta roads safer for emergency and construction workers
October 17, 2005 School bus safety is all about protecting Alberta's children
September 28, 2005 Young children "Walk the Talk" for traffic safety
September 12, 2005 New statistics reveal slight drop in traffic collisions, fewer injuries
September 7, 2005 Back to school rush means drivers need to slow down
August 26, 2005 Immediate licence suspensions help reduce number of impaired drivers
May 19, 2005 Drive sober, buckle up, and pay attention at intersections
May 19, 2005 New, tougher road test coming May 20
May 4, 2005 Use Your Head to Cycle Safely
May 4, 2005 Get Your Motor Running - Safely
April 14, 2005 Legislative changes make Alberta roads safer
March 15, 2005 Rural Albertans are saving lives by buckling up
January 6, 2005 Be a responsible snowmobile rider and know the rules of safe sledding
December 30, 2004 Becoming a better driver is one New Years resolution that can be easy to keep.
December 15, 2004 Make the right choice. Don't drink and drive
December 9, 2004 Be in control: Drive defensively this winter
October 15, 2004 School bus safety is critical for everyone
October 14, 2004 Winter's coming and we're ready. Are you?
Sept. 29, 2004 "Walk the Talk" for traffic safety - Point, Pause and Proceed
Sept. 23, 2004 Pedestrian safety is a joint responsibility" to the media release page
Sept. 8, 2004 McDermid recommends road safety plan and sustainable funding for traffic safety in Alberta
Sept. 8, 2004 Alberta's 2003 collision statistics serve as a reminder for motorists to use caution while driving on Alberta's roads.
August 26, 2004 Back to school safety tips
July 21, 2004 Recreational vehicles: travelling safely and in style
July 5, 2004 Kids are carefree so motorists need to be careful
June 29, 2004 Speed kills - check your speedometer
May 20, 2004 Drinking and driving: There are no excuse
May 7, 2004 Protect what's in your head
March 19, 2004 Parents get Geared to Go to help new drivers
February 13, 2004 Stelmach appoints McDermid to review traffic safety
January 21, 2004 Plow through winter safely
January 5, 2004 Sled safely this snowmobile season
December 17, 2003 Travel safely this holiday season
December 10, 2003 Be wary of wandering wildlife on roadways
December 5, 2003 Holiday Checkstops offer a sober reminder
December 1, 2003 Keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel
November 6, 2003 Seniors Safety Week
October 29, 2003 Winter is all about defensive driving
October 22, 2003 All aboard for school bus safety
October 1, 2003 Young children across the province "Walk the Talk' for traffic safety
Sept. 29, 2003 2002 collision statistics released - fewer fatalities, but still unacceptably high
Sept. 24, 2003 Alberta gets touch on suspended drivers
Sept. 11, 2003 Whose road is it anyway?
Sept. 9, 2003 Pedestrian safety is a joint responsibility
June 26, 2003 Don't be a pylon - move over for emergency vehicles.
June 23, 2003 Checkstops - checking up on impaired drivers
June 12, 2003 Easy rider - safely hitting the open road
June 5, 2003 How much is your child's life worth?
June 3, 2003 New Alberta driver's licence most secure in North America
May 29, 2003 Keeping safety on track
May 16, 2003 Fine increases and Graduated Driver Licensing
become effective May 20
May 15, 2003 Road rules - the ABCs of traffic safety
May 7, 2003 Have you checked your speedometer lately?

April 28, 2003

Don't get shortchanged on driving experience

April 2, 2003

Cultivating safe rural road habits

March 24, 2003

The challenges of driving when spring has finally sprung

March 17, 2003

Ignition interlock offers chance to keep driving

March 3, 2003

Kids and car rides - make traffic safety a family affair

February 24, 2003

The Long and Tiring Road

February 18, 2003

Don't Miss the Bus

February 11, 2003

Stay road Responsive

February 4, 2003

Alberta and Belgium conclude reciprocal driver's
licence agreement

January 14, 2003

Keep your cool on the road

January 6, 2003

Sledding safely into a great winter sport

January 3, 2003

An easy New Years resolution to keep.

December 11, 2002

New Traffic Safety Act takes effect May 20, 2003

September 25, 2002

Survey shows increase in rural seat belt use

September 25, 2002

Olympic medallist joined the team to "Walk the Talk About Back to School Safety"

August 29, 2002

Same three driving errors factor most in collisions

May 17, 2002

Public input sought on traffic fines and demerit points

April 29, 2002

Ignition interlock program open to more drivers

April 11, 2002

Bicycle helmets become mandatory

January 11, 2002

Week promotes safe snowmobiling

December 6, 2001

Practise snow plow know how

October 3, 2001

Young Children Across the Province "Walk the Talk" for Traffic Safety

September 27, 2001

Alberta Partnership Rest Area Program - Helping Drivers to "Take a Break!"

August 30, 2001

More traffic, more collisions in 2000

May 16, 2001

Consultation results indicate support for Graduated Driver Licensing in Alberta

May 3, 2001

Alberta makes amendments to the Traffic Safety Act

January 12, 2001

Snowmobiling and safety go hand in hand

January 10, 2001

Albertans' Input Sought on Off-Highway Vehicles and Commercial Vehicle General Equipment and Safety Regulations

October 17, 2000

Emergency Procedures are Focus of School Bus Safety Week 2000

September 27, 2000

Albertans Walk the Talk

August 22, 2000

1999 Traffic Fatalities Lowest Since 1965

July 31, 2000

Input Sought on Graduated Driver Licensing and General Licensing - Results Released from Vehicle Equipment Discussion Paper

February 1, 2000

Riding in the Back of Pick-up Trucks Illegal as of February 1, 2000

January 14, 2000

Alberta Promotes Safe Snowmobiling

November 24, 1999

Alberta is cracking down on impaired drivers

October 6, 1999

Alberta's New Kinetic Kids Walk the Talk on the Information Highway

September 22, 1999

Summer Joint-Forces Checkstops Illustrate Province's Commitment to Enforcement

September 20, 1999

Craig Simpson Walks the Talk with Alberta Kids

September 15, 1999

Alberta Gears up to Walk the Talk in the Name of Back to School Safety

September 1, 1999

Walk the Talk Kicks-Off Around the Province this Month

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