Make it a cool (not cruel) summer… #FindASafeRide

Saskatchewan impaired driving deaths highest in July

It’s a cruel fact about summer: as the temperatures rise, so do the number of deaths from crashes involving impaired drivers.

Over the last five years, an average of seven people were killed and 39 people were injured from impaired driving collisions in the month of July.   

That’s something SGI wants to change.  

“There are so many cool experiences to enjoy in Saskatchewan during the summer: the lakes, the beaches, camping, golfing, music festivals, football, baseball, barbecues, weddings, or just spending time with good friends on a patio,” said JP Cullen, Chief Operating Officer of the Auto Fund.  “We don’t want anyone to miss a single second of all that summer in Saskatchewan has to offer because they got arrested, suspended, or hurt from driving impaired.”  

If your summer plans involve anything that impairs you, remember that you have options:  

• Designate a sober driver in your group (or volunteer to DD). 

• Call or text a sober friend or family member to come get you.  

• Take a taxi, bus, rideshare or designated driving service. 

• Stay the night.  

Impaired driving is 100 per cent preventable, and taking a minute to decide how you and your friends are going to get home safely can ensure that the good times continue all summer long.  

Enjoy your summer (safely) and be sure to follow SGI on Facebook, Instagram and X (Twitter).