A secondary school hosted a successful Road Safety Day for over 600 students, filled with engaging activities and presentations aimed at enhancing road safety awareness. The event featured various road safety stations, including Richmond RCMP, ICBC, Richmond Fire & Rescue, BC Emergency Health Services, and Transit Police.
Grade 11 and 12 students began the day by listening to remarks from the Richmond RCMP and City of Richmond officials, followed by a powerful presentation from an ICBC road safety speaker. This presentation described what a crash scene might look like, how paramedics attend to patients, what to expect at the hospital, and how peer pressure impacts youth.
Simultaneously, Grade 10 students received a presentation on road safety and the graduated licensing program from a member of the Richmond RCMP Road Safety Unit and an ICBC driver examiner. These sessions sparked lively discussions and insightful questions, showcasing students' eagerness to learn and engage in road safety education.
The event ensured that all students had meaningful and relevant experiences, reinforcing the importance of road safety in a comprehensive and impactful manner.