April 9, 2024
Introduction Cyclists and pedestrians are some of the most vulnerable road users, facing significant risks…
As our cities become more populated, there are more and more people taking to the streets as cyclists and pedestrians. While there are many benefits to this, such as reducing traffic congestion and promoting healthy lifestyles, it also comes with its own set of risks. In this blog, we will explore some of the dangers…
Daylight savings time is the practice of adjusting the clocks ahead by an hour in the spring and setting them back by an hour in the fall, effectively extending the amount of daylight during the evening hours in the summer months. Daylight savings has been a long-standing tradition in many countries for decades. While many…
Historically, winter weather conditions have led to an increase in car accidents. Winter weather can significantly increase the risk of car accidents for a variety of reasons. From slippery roads to reduced visibility, the harsh conditions of winter can make driving more dangerous and lead to a higher number of car accidents. November, December, and…
Pedestrian accidents are a serious and unfortunately common occurrence on our roads. Every year, hundreds of pedestrians are involved in accidents involving cars and other vehicles in Canada. Ontario alone averages over a hundred deaths a year. In 2020, 116 pedestrian related fatalities were recorded because of accidents, making it one of the top reasons…
Cycling has become one of the most common methods of transport whether its commuting to work, getting exercise, competing, or most commonly enjoying a nice bike ride. In Canada, the number of people commuting using bicycles has nearly doubled over the past 20 years. The shift in transport occurred due to the average commuting times…
If you’re like many Ontario residents, you often rely on riding your bicycle or walking to improve your health and mental well-being, as well as help reduce carbon emissions. Unfortunately, these healthy habits come with a big risk – sharing the road. If a motor vehicle collides with you while you are out on the…
As Halloween approaches and the weather continues to cool, Toronto pedestrians enjoy the last weeks before the streets are covered in the frozen blanket of winter. Daylight Saving Time will end on 2am on Sunday, November 1, 2020, giving GTA residents a welcome extra hour of sleep for the upcoming work week. Unfortunately, the with…
As the temperatures start to drop and children return to school, the Toronto streets change. In addition to more traffic and congestion from children heading back to school, there are more pedestrians and bike riders on the roads. According to the Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF), children 5—14 are at the highest risk of being…