Learn how to manage those wintery conditions, when walking and driving too.
Have you ever wondered if your winter boots are ok? Why not join us as we hear from researchers who put boot treads to the test. Learn valuable tips on what to look for in a winter boot and what boots have braved the elements and proved their worth, especially on ice.
Then stay with us for another great presentation from the Ministry of Transportation on safe winter driving tips. We will explore if you and your car ready for the winter ahead. Are your tires right (and what's the difference anyway)? Do you know how to find the best information on road conditions and when your street will be cleared? All these questions and more will be answered during this session.
The County of Simcoe will also be here to welcome you and share the amazing winter activities they have to offer.
*Note - both an in-person and online option are available to you. If the weather turns bad on the day, please feel free to join us online. You can register here.
About the presenters:
Dr. Sophia Yue Li is a scientist and Strategic Partnerships Manager at the KITE Research Institute of the University Health Network, and holds Professor cross-appointments at the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering of the University of Toronto. Dr. Li is the Co-Chair of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA) Slips, Trips and Falls Technical Committee and a member of the Accessibility Standards Canada Technical Committee for a model standard for the built environment - accessibility for federally regulated entities as defined in the Accessible Canada Act. For more information on Dr Li's work and information on the best winter boots, visit Rate My Treads.
Melissa Brabant works for the Transport Safety Division of the Ministry of Transportion. She is the Regional Strategic Coordinator for Central Region- North representing the Public Outreach & Education Office of the Driver & Vehicle Services Branch and offers seminars on safe driving throughout Ontario. For more information on winter driving, visit ontario.ca/page/winter-driving
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