Canadian Champion (Milton, ON), 21 Oct 2003, p. 27

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See and be see n Tîps for parents on how f0 keep kids safe on the sfreet Hopping on the bus, walking home wih friends, or even riding a bike to school for the flrst ime - there are so many milestones that chlidren experi- ence fhroughout their flrst few years 0f sohool, and many 0f these experiences invotve learnlng how f0 use neighbour- hood streets. This failt Alliance Tire Professionals and the Canada Safety Council are encouraging kids to 'see and be seen"' through an innovative program running in conjunclion wth National Schood Safety Weeka ln October. K.O.P. - Kds On Patrol - prometes the Importance 0f road safety f0 young chlldren through resources provlded f0 schools across the country. October is a key month for school safely," says Emile iberien, president, Canada Safety Council. "lncreased hours of darkness combine wlth the excitement around Halloween ta make pedestrian safely a major Issue for kids at this time 0f year. As part 0f the 'see and be seen" theme, children across Canada are belng encouraged f0 visit their local Alliance Tire Professionals dealershlp this Halloween for a free, retro-reflective armband that can be worn wh ile trick- or-trealing. Halloween may be one 0f the llrst limes that children must learn f0 nego- tiate roads, sidewalks, and other pedestrians at night," says Therlen. "Parents are encouraged f0 put make- up on their children instead 0f masks, and f0 oulit them in brighlly coloured, reflectIve clothlng h ifs the best way ta ensure that kids can see and be seen."I Alliance Tire Professionals and the Canada Safely Council encourage parents f0 have an open dliague with their chiidren about the importance of road safety. Here are a few tips f0 keep in mind as the kids hit the streets: - Teach IttIe ones the definillon 0f "medians," "intersections" and "pedestri- ans." if will heiplthem ta understand the world 0f trafflc around them. - Ensure children know the different traffic signais and when it is safe for them to cross. For exampie, at a trafflc iight, make sure they look bolh WOys f0 make sure ail cars have stopped before crosslng. * Kis are naturally fascinated wttt emergency vehicles. Teach them how the lights and sounds are meant ta warn drivers and pedestrians, and not f0 cross the street If a police car, ambu- lance or ire truck is approaching. e Sahool buses aiso have red flashing lighls. Let klds see how drivers must stop when sahool bus llghls flash, and show hitem when if s safe for them f0 get on and off the bus. Always accompany young chlidren f0 the bus stop. and don't let older kids arrive atthe stop f00 eariy h they may be tempted f0 wan- der. . Remember: the best teacher IS YOUr own good examplel Obey al traffic Sig- nais. and don'tjaywalk. Visît www.alliance-tlres.com, wwwsafety-councl.org or an Alliance Tire Professionals Dealer near YOu for more infârmalion on National School Safely Week and the Kids on Patrai pro- gram. -News Canada - i BIANU NÉW ZUU;J UUUUit URIIAVRI bt 28D Pkg - 3.3L V6. aato OID) transmission, AMIFMCass. air cond, 7 passenger sanscreen glass, roofrack. floormats. URt, craint. power windows & door locks & mirrors, intermittent front & rear wipers, 7 yr/1 15 km powertrait warranty w/24 hr emtrgency roadsldt assistance & Ilfetime free ail changes. Our Bosi Minivan Deal Evor. ' e ,"'M -----MILTON CHRYSLER3 SERVE!I Fali Maintenance ITransmission SERMVICIE I SERVICEF includes Mopar* ail fiitur, op te 5 litres of lainhides filtur, gaskaf and 5 Dires of 5WSN Mopar- oil, tira rotation. bruka ATF.4. Most cars, mini vans and Hiht linepsofbon, 15 Point chteck over. trucks. From... 81001«1518$10A15 fi Cash 1 9 ,88 or & flO/0tt Purchase Financing ara 1 M for 72 Months (6 years) on ail 0 2003 Caravan & Grand Caravan Model: !irç Up fa wd IN FACTDRY TO DEALER CASH 12 non) ALLOWANCE ON SELECTED locaied2003 & 2004 MODELS 0 SL Chrysler Canada 5,00kti Limited Time Offer. onDu tall t sales succosa of 4e.m nsw Dodge Ram:, we are sold out of iised he 2003 modal:. 711 Sa, until Oct. 31, 03 Chrysior !me oills oftoring OPurchase fînancing vt-casedtt for 60 months on ail 2004 Ram 1500 Pick-ups. j Yeah, HamI's are Includadi lNOItHARGE. Cooling System 1 Brake Insp"ection 1 Flusb Fer Most cars, mini vans and i gh dutly Ineludos up to 4 litras et Mopar* ecent. truce» iisi coupon. Fron... Expires Oct. 31/03 --- --- --- -- --- --- -ICI

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