|
|
|
With all of the planning and packing out of the way, now it’s time to get out there. Keep these safety tips in mind while travelling by land, air, rail or water. Not satisfied with the service you’ve received while travelling by air, rail or water or by inter-city bus? File a complaint. Here’s how. On the Move is a Transport Canada’s publication on what the Government of Canada is doing to keep you safe and secure in the air, on the water, and on land. Have transportation-related questions? Check out Transport Canada’s frequently asked questions. You might be surprised what we’ve been asked before. TC on TV are safety and security spots done in collaboration with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to promote and improve awareness of safety issues. Take a look. With new gadgets and gizmos being used in vehicles, drivers can’t help but be distracted. Here are the reasons why your safety is at risk when you are distracted by devices in the vehicle. Anti-lock brakes make you safer in your car. Know how they work and how to use them properly. Impaired driving means driving a car, truck, boat, snowmobile, aircraft, train or other motor vehicle when the ability to operate the motor vehicle is impaired by alcohol or drugs. To learn more, check out the Department of Justice fact sheet on impaired driving. Marijuana and driving don’t mix. It’s as simple as that. Learn more about the pot and driving campaign put on by the Canadian Public Health Association, with support from Canada's Drug Strategy and Health Canada. Not sure what to expect at the pre-board screening checkpoint? Let the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority be your guide. Check out Air Canada’s health tips to keep in mind while up in the air. Transport Canada is advising Canadians not to use inflatable self-propelled water toys for boating. Find out more about these devices. Just because it might be warm outside of the water doesn’t mean that long exposure to cold Canadian waters can’t lead to hypothermia. Know the risks and find out how to survive in cold waters. How much alcohol is too much when boating? It takes less that you might think! Boat smart...boat sober. It’s the law. Travelling by rail can be an exciting adventure. Make sure that you don’t arrive at the station with too much luggage. Find out more by visiting VIA Rail’s site. Safety at Canadian railways is everybody’s business. Read up on Direction 2006, an initiative to increase awareness of the safety issues surrounding rights-of-way and grade crossings. Operation Lifesaver is a program to reduce the needless loss of life, injuries and damages caused by highway/railway crossing collisions and train/pedestrian incidents. Whether you’re a commercial operator, recreational boater or are interested in marine infrastructure, Marine Services Online links you to Canadian marine information on the Internet. If you’re going to be out on the water while on your trip, take a copy of the Safe Boating Guide along with you.
|
|
Transport Canada |
Pacific Region |
Prairie & Northern Region |
Ontario Region |
Quebec Region |
Atlantic Region |
About us |
Our offices |
Organization and senior management |
Departmental publications |
Programs and services |
Acts |
Regulations |
[More...] |
Media room |
Advisories |
Contacts |
e-news |
News releases |
Photo gallery |
Reference centre |
Speeches |
Video gallery |
[More...] |
Emergencies |
Emergencies and crises |
Emergency preparedness |
Security |
Transport of dangerous goods |
[More...] |
Air |
Our offices |
Passengers |
Pilots |
Flight instructors |
Maintenance technicians |
Commercial airlines |
Security |
Transport of dangerous goods |
[More...] |
Marine |
Our offices |
Small commercial vessels |
Large commercial vessels |
Pleasure craft |
Marine security |
Marine infrastructure |
Transport of dangerous goods |
[More...] |
Rail |
Our offices |
Safety at railway crossings |
Rail infrastructure |
Rail security |
Transport of dangerous goods |
[More...] |