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Remembering victims, pledging change
by Christy Marsters
The Hants Journal View
November 13rd 2009, 10:44

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) hope to host a memorable events November 21.

The Windsor MADD branch combine the launch of this year’s Project Red Ribbon in conjunction with its Candlelight Vigil of Remembrance and Hope at the Church of the Nazarene from 1:30 to 4 p.m.

During the Project Red Ribbon launch, local dignitaries will speak about influencing legislation to reduce impaired driving. Awards will be given and a ribbon tying ceremony will follow. People have the opportunity to pledge to not drive while impaired by placing a red ribbon on their vehicle.

The Candlelight Vigil of Remembrance and Hope involves lighting memorial candles. The ceremony offers an opportunity to honour victims, support their families and alert the public to the problem impaired driving.

Susan MacAskill, chapter service manager for the Atlantic Region, says this is a great opportunity for those affected by impaired driving to pay honour and tribute to any loved ones. “This is about public awareness, education and a recognition of victims.”

There will also be a memory wall at the even, showing photos of people from across the country who have been injured or killed by impaired drivers, MacAskill says. “Every person has their own grieving process, but people can come here to show respects.”

“We ask people to act responsibly,” MacAskill adds. “Drive sober and drive safe.”

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MADD Canada's Project Red Ribbon campaign