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Drowning, Accidents Reported During Canada Day Weekend
Canada Day, usually a time for celebration, turned a bit tragic this year. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) recently released the unfortunate statistics here from Canada Day weekend. The OPP…
Transport Canada Investigates General Motors Brake Issues
Following a similar investigation last year in the United States, Transport Canada has opened an investigation into reports of braking issues involving nearly 250,000 full-sized pickup trucks and Sport-Utility Vehicles…
Motorcyclist Killed in Toronto’s West End
Police in Toronto have reported a motorcyclist has been killed in a recent collision. An article on the emerging investigation is available here. About the Incident A collision between a…
Ministry of Transportation Enhances Truck Inspections
In light of a few recent, high-profile accidents involving heavy trucks, the Ontario Ministry of Transportation has pledged to dedicate additional resources to roadside inspections. An article detailing this enforcement…
Hamilton Police Complete Distracted Driving Campaign Over Long Victoria Day Weekend
Police in Hamilton, Ontario waged an enforcement campaign against distracted driving over the recent Victoria Day holiday weekend. An article detailing their efforts is available here. Officers in each Division…
Do You Have a Case for Wrongful Termination?
Under the law, an employee has the right to reasonable notice of the termination of their employment. Without such reasonable notice, they are entitled to receive adequate compensation to cover…
Safe At Sea: Tips for a Good Day on the Water
Don’t let trouble sink your good time. Keep it safe, relaxing, and fun for everyone and avoid trouble with proper precautions. While Parachute states Canada has lost 10,511 boaters between…
Spring is a Time for Bicycle Safety
As warm weather returns, more cyclists will be taking to our crowded roads. With this in mind, the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) presents useful resources to help cyclists stay…
Safe Driving Tips for Spring
In the spring, warmer weather and longer days bring renewed activity—including to our roads. With the new season comes more drivers, more motorcycles, more bicycles, and more pedestrians. To keep…
Motorcycles Return to Our Roads
The harsh winter weather is making a retreat—and motorcyclists are anxious to see it go. As spring returns, so too are motorcycles returning to the highways of Ontario. With the…