YD Drives The Future

Driving Practice and Distracted Driving

Welcome to another episode of YD Drives the Future! Today, we’re diving into two critical topics—driving practice for novice drivers, and distracted driving. Joining us are two incredible guests: Robin Robertson, President and CEO of the Traffic Injury Research Foundation, and Kylie Bowman, youth advisor and program lead for TIRF. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Winter Driving Tips

In this episode of YD Drives the Future, Brian Hart, Training Manager at Young Drivers of Canada, and Scott Marshall, with 36 years of road safety expertise, share vital tips for safe winter driving. From adjusting your mindset and giving yourself extra time to preparing your car with winter tires, they cover the essentials for navigating icy roads. Discover the science behind winter tires, why patience is key, and how staying alert can prevent accidents. Join us as we explore practical strategies to make winter travel safer for everyone. Tune in now for expert advice on winter driving! ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Cannabis, Impairment, and Public Awareness

Kelley Teahen, VP of Communications at Parachute, joins YD Drives the Future to discuss the ‘Know What Impaired Means’ campaign. From tackling myths about cannabis-impaired driving to exploring Vision Zero’s goal of zero road deaths, she highlights Parachute’s unique approach using humour, public engagement, and community partnerships for safer roads. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Youth Safety Movements

In today’s episode we interview Valerie Smith, Director of Road Safety Programs at Parachute, about the evolution of road safety initiatives, particularly concerning youth engagement and systemic approaches to safer mobility. We discuss the need for meaningful youth engagement and harm reduction models. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Driving In Smoke

In todays episode we take a trip to last summer when we interviewed Halifax Fire Chief Bruce Lake. Bruce describes his harrowing experiences and crucial safety tips for driving through smoke and wildfires. He tells us about his role in a major wildfire evacuation in May 2023, which forced over 16,000 residents to flee their homes. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.