RCMP encourages young people to advocate for safer roads during Youth Road Safety Week

The Alberta RCMP is encouraging road safety for residents during Youth Road Safety Week from October 20th to the 26th.

The annual campaign aims to increase road safety awareness among young people as the RCMP reports vehicle collisions to be the third-leading cause of death among young people aged 15 to 24 in Canada.

This year, the RCMP is encouraging youth to speak up about road safety issues in their communities.

Alberta RCMP Sergeant Darrin Turnbull gives some examples for youth to bring up with their local governments including, dimly lit roadways that could use more lighting for pedestrians, busy intersections that need traffic calming measures, and areas in the community that lack bike lanes.

“Youth use many modes of transportation, from driving to cycling, and even public transit,” he says. “It’s important that they feel heard regarding issues in their communities that relate to their safety, such as roadways.” 

Outside of young people, the RCMP is encouraging all members of the public to keep road safety top of mind, especially heading into the winter season.