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Alcohol a Factor

Ontario Provincial Police News Portal [Corporate Communications GHQ] ALCOHOL A FACTOR IN ALMOST HALF OF BOATING DEATHS SAYS OPP 2014-07-29
FROM/DE:    Highway Safety Division                                             DATE: July 29, 2014  
ALCOHOL A FACTOR IN ALMOST HALF OF BOATING DEATHS SAYS OPP

OPP to Support Operation Dry Water Over Long Weekend

(ORILLIA, ON) – Alcohol was a factor in 42 per cent of the 18 boating fatalities investigated by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) this season. Over the Civic Day Long Weekend (August 2-4), the OPP is partnering with the Canadian Safe Boating Council and enforcement agencies across Canada for Operation Dry Water, a national campaign aimed at decreasing incidents of injury and death related to operating a boat while impaired by drugs or alcohol.

The majority of boating tragedies are preventable and everyone on the water has a role to play to ensure it is a safe and enjoyable activity.  “We are all responsible for safety, as boaters, cottagers, guests as well as marina staff,” said Chief Superintendent Chuck Cox, Commander of the Highway Safety Division. “Strongly encourage your family and friends to not mix drinking and boating before they head out and report impaired boaters to police,” added Cox.

In Ontario, the consumption of alcohol by anyone on board any boat underway is unlawful.  Boaters are allowed to have open alcohol only on boats with permanent sleeping, cooking and washroom facilities built into the boat's design and only when those boats are docked or at anchor.

Whether operating a motorized boat, canoe or any other type of marine vessel, doing so while impaired by alcohol or drugs is investigated similarly to driving a land vehicle and has the same consequences. Impaired operators face criminal charges and immediate suspension of their driving privileges for motor vehicles.

OPP marine officers continue to patrol Ontario waterways, promoting safety through equipment checks, encouraging paddlers and small craft operators to wear their lifejackets and focusing on alcohol enforcement and deterring reckless behaviours.

Get on board...don’t drink and boat!

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Contacts by OPP Region:

Highway Safety Division:     Sergeant Kerry Schmidt        Phone: (416) 460-4701

Central Region:                           Sergeant Peter Leon                Phone: (705) 330-3738

East Region:                                   Sgt. Kristine Rae                       Phone: (613) 285-2750

Northwest Region:                    Sergeant Shelley Garr           Phone: (807) 473-2734

North East Region:                    Sergeant Carolle Dionne        Phone: (705) 845-2738

West Region:                                A/Sergeant Chrystal Jones     Phone: (519) 652-4156

On November 4th, the Township of Emo in conjunction with the North Western Health Unit is hosting a Family Safety Night.  This is an event that hopes to increase awareness of the various health, safety and community services available in Emo and the Rainy River District. 
As a service industry, I would like to extend an invitation to you to participate in the Emo Family Safety Night.  It will take place upstairs at the Emo Arena and run from 3:30-6:00 p.m.  Those who participate will have the opportunity to set up a booth where they can give community members information about the services they offer. 
Our hope is that this will be a fun and interactive family event, so the more creative you are with your booth, the better! 
If you would like to participate, or would like more information please feel free to email or call me at the below phone number.

Allison Cox
Recreation Director/Community Development
Township of Emo
807-482-2378

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