Spring Seatbelt Campaign taking place April 13 - 23rd

The annual Spring Seatbelt Campaign will be taking place from April 13 – 23rd, marking the 35th anniversary of Ontario’s seatbelt law that was enacted in 1976.

The Halton Regional Police Service will utilize a multi-faceted approach during the campaign, assigning all three district response units, uniform patrol officers and volunteers to both educate and enforce the importance of the proper use of seatbelts, child car seats and child booster seats.

Today, Transport Canada survey results show that 96 per cent of all Ontarians buckle up. Since Ontario’s seatbelt law first came into effect, the number of people killed and injured in motor vehicle collisions has steadily dropped and seatbelt use has contributed in the saving of countless lives.

Sadly, motor vehicle collisions are still the leading cause of injury-related deaths among children and youth and it is mandatory for anyone who transports children to ensure they are properly secured in an infant seat, child car seat, or booster seat.

When installed correctly, child car seats can dramatically reduce the risk of death for infants under age one, and children aged one to four.

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