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Jun 10 2013 June 10, 2013 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

It’s never too early…

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The passion I have for road safety goes beyond driving a motor vehicle; it also includes walking, running, cycling, skateboarding and anything you can think of. Distracted driving is huge within our society so being aware of the dangers that can be sent our way is important. Even if you’re careful, something may go wrong…

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Jun 04 2013 June 4, 2013 March 5, 2017 1Comment by safedriver

Funeral processions…the need to know

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I recently had a long-time friend pass away. It was unexpected and was caused by a heart attack. I was able to attend the visitation but was unable to go to the funeral or travel to the cemetery for the burial. Ironically, I was also recently asked shortly afterwards about the responsibilities of drivers who…

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May 18 2013 May 18, 2013 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

No scream for ice cream

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It’s that time of year; kids outside playing, having fun with their friends. With the nice weather comes more outside activities. As a father of four kids, I’m often tied up with getting involved with their activities such as coaching baseball, soccer and camping. Another common activity a lot of kids have is searching out…

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May 03 2013 May 3, 2013 December 12, 2020 2Comments by safedriver

The little things mean a lot

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Like many drivers, I do like doing the proper thing, especially while driving near other vehicles. I also teach my students at Young Drivers of Canada to do the same things. It’s always a good idea to know why we’re doing certain things and not just because “I was told to”. I also believe in…

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May 01 2013 May 1, 2013 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

Teaching my son part two…turning it off

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I recently wrote about teaching my son how to drive. It’s been a few weeks now so I thought I would give an update. First and foremost we haven’t tried to kill each other…yet. I still remind him of the first rule; if he doesn’t do what I say I’ll tell mom. So far that…

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Apr 21 2013 April 21, 2013 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

Peer pressure…how well do you handle it?

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I’ve been around kids regularly ever since I’ve been a kid. Some people would even say I’m still a kid. I’m hoping that’s a good thing. I also have a habit of watching people. I like to see how people in general cooperate and interact with others around them. To some people, they seem to…

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Mar 02 2013 March 2, 2013 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

Exiting the freeway also takes skill

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Watching traffic is my passion, my job and my hobby. It’s tough to turn it off when I’m not working as a driving instructor for Young Drivers of Canada. Do I need a therapist because I watch traffic in my spare time or should I just “roll with it”? I’m perfectly happy with my situation…

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Feb 28 2013 February 28, 2013 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

Do you blame others for your mistakes?

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Remember when you were a kid and you did something wrong and blamed someone else? We did whatever we could to pass the blame over to our brother, sister or friend, even though we knew what we did was wrong. Why do we continue to do that as adults and especially as drivers? What are…

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