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Ottawa Winterlude Schedule February 3: Let the fun begin !
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Resources, safety on February 2nd, 2012
Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer www.ottawainjury.ca David Hollingsworth…I’m sure you are excited as we are that Winterlude is finally here! It is such a great time of year and Ottawa’s Winterlude ranks up there as one of my family’s favourite Ottawa events. They have created a fantastic website that gives plenty of information on what you can do and see all throughout Winterlude. I have posted this weekend’s schedule..Have fun ( I know we will !) Enjoy Winterlude ! Of course, please wear a helmet if you are planning on skating or sliding. -David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer
Ottawa’s winter celebration set to kick off with skating, sliding, ice carvings and Winterlude Opening
The National Capital Commission (NCC) is ready to welcome visitors from all over the world for the 34th edition of Winterlude, which starts tomorrow, February 3, 2012. Over three weeks, until February 20, Canada’s Capital Region will be the ideal destination to discover Canadian winter traditions with a wide variety of cultural, sport, culinary and family activities.
Here is a snapshot of the activities taking place during the first weekend of Winterlude.
Winterlude Opening: Friday, February 3, Canadian Museum of Civilization
Winterlude officially kicks off with the American Express® Winterlude Opening at the Canadian Museum of Civilization tomorrow. Winterlude will feature special lighting effects, historical characters and drummers, storytelling around cozy fire pits, an outdoor DJ dance party, and, at 9 pm, a fireworks extravaganza. Visitors can take advantage of free admission tomorrow, from 5 pm to 11 pm, to explore the museum’s many exhibits and enjoy special programming. The event will also be celebrated at Snowflake Kingdom in Jacques-Cartier Park, which will be open until 9:30 pm, offering a perfect vantage point to enjoy the fireworks.
Rogers Crystal Garden in Confederation Park“Northern Passion” carved in ice
This weekend, there are plenty of chances to watch ice carvers from around the world create their crystalline masterpieces at Confederation Park. These include the Rogers One-Block Challenge tomorrow, February 3 from 8 am to 10 am (Awards Ceremony: 5 pm), and the 25th Rogers International Ice-Carving Competition, where professional carvers from around the world put their talent to the test throughout the weekend (People’s Choice Online Voting Contest starts Sunday, February 5 at 6 pm).
On opening weekend, visitors to Rogers Crystal Garden will also have the opportunity to:
- visit an authentic Sami Lavvu from northern Norway;
- discover BlizzArt, an outdoor gallery featuring unique Canadian work of art;
- meet artists from Canada and watch them perform in the Rogers Crystal Globe;
- listen to the Sub-Zero Music Series;
- celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in ice and photos;
- learn about ephemeral art and create own sculpture;
- experience the Yukon through the eyes of talented artists;
- find out more about the great Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen, and his expedition through the Northwest Passage.
Start off your Winterlude weekend with a delicious (and free!) pancake and hot chocolate breakfast at 10 am, Saturday, February 4, during the 8th Annual Enbridge Pancake Breakfast (Festival Plaza at Ottawa City Hall, across from Confederation Park). While supplies last.
Snowflake Kingdom in Jacques-Cartier Park, Gatineau Let the adventure begin with the Ice Hog Family!
Presented by the Ville de Gatineau and the NCC, young and the young at heart alike will enjoy playing in this frosty paradise of giant snow slides. The fun begins tomorrow at 10:30 am, when Mama and Papa Ice Hog, and twins Noumi and Nouma, join the crowd for the official launch of Snowflake Kingdom – North America’s biggest snow playground.
On Winterlude’s first weekend, visitors will have the opportunity to:
- find their way through the A-maze-ing Fort Wellington;
- learn about the life of the people who lived in 1812 through interpretation, demonstrations and games;
- take part in a day in the life of a Coast Guard employee;
- test their physical fitness in the Canadian Forces Winter Obstacle Course;
- experience downhill skiing with qualified instructors;
- feel the rhythm at the Snowflake Stage featuring talented performers and acrobatic stunts;
- celebrate Yukon Days with performances and snow sculptures;
- visit the Adventure Zone, where they can try Jumpaï trampolines, rock climbing and catch a lift in a tethered hot air balloon (Feb. 3).
The Ottawa Rideau Canal Skateway Celebrating 42 seasons of skating !
Each winter, the NCC transforms the Rideau Canal into the world’s largest skating rink, which was officially recognized as such in 2005 by Guinness World Records™. The Rideau Canal Skateway is stage for many activities during Winterlude. For Winterlude’s opening weekend, the notorious ice surface will host the 29th Annual Winterlude Triathlon and the 32nd Annual Accora Village Bed Race which take place at Dows Lake this Saturday. In addition to pioneer activities and crafts that take place this weekend at Bronson Avenue with the Canada Agriculture Museum, throughout Winterlude visitors to the Skateway will have the opportunity to:
- discover Portraits on the Ice, an outdoor art gallery presented by Library and Archives Canada, which this season commemorates the War of 1812;
- Fire Weavers and other talented acts at the WestJet Fun ‘n Festival Zone;
- enjoy culinary demonstrations and sample Canadian dishes in the American Express Lounge at Fifth Avenue;
- free 45-minute Subway® Learn to Skate session;
- storytelling theatre, traditional dances, songs and hand drumming with Aboriginal Experiences at Pig Island;
Programming Partners: Truly making Winterlude the Capital Region’s winter celebration
For the 34th edition of Ottawa’s Winterlude, more than 50 programming partners, from Ottawa and Gatineau’s private and public sectors, have come together to offer visitors a wide-range of indoor and outdoor activities aimed at animating the Capital like never before. Here is just a sampling of what takes place on the first weekend of Ottawa’s Winterlude:
- 21st Annual ByWard Market Stew Cook-Off;
- 1st annual Ottawa Winter Jazz Festival;
- Cool Science Saturday at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum;
- Northern Lights 2012: Northern Lights Business and Cultural Showcase;
- Ottawa Theatres Present Paul Brandt at Centrepointe Theatre;
- CARTE BLANCHE with Jean-Claude Marcus and Samuel Boivin-Provost presented by the Ville de Gatineau;
- The Mighty Popo: Gakondo is presented by the Ville de Gatineau;
- Downtown Rideau CHILL FACTOR.
More Winterlude information is available from the NCC at 613-239-5000, 613-239-5090 (TTY), 1-800-465-1867 (toll-free) or 1-866-661-3530 (toll-free TTY), or visit the NCC’s website canada’s capital and search for Winterlude.
———————- The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ottawa personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa injury lawyer helping and Ontario accident victims and the families of accident victims who have been seriously injured or lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca (613) 978-9549
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Ottawa Winterlude Schedule 2012, 2012 Winterlude Activities, Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth
Ottawa’s NHL All Star Weekend Schedule, Ottawa lawyer David Hollingsworth
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Resources on January 26th, 2012
Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth…I hope you are excited as I am to be participating in the NHL All Star weekend here in Ottawa. There is lots to do around Ottawa.
RIDEAU CANAL The world’s longest skating rink, suitably, will be the centre of many All-Star Weekend activities.
OPENING CEREMONIES tomorrow at 2:30 p.m.
The NHL All-star weekend kicks off with the Stanley Cup and several other of the league’s most prestigious trophies, including the Hart, travelling along the Rideau canal by sleigh. All are welcome to skate along with the procession, which begins at Waverly Street and ends at the Ottawa Convention Centre, where the trophies will be on display at Fan Fair.
NHL All Star fact: The last time the Stanley Cup was on the Rideau Canal was in 1905, when Harvey Pulford, a member of the Ottawa Silver Seven, drop-kicked the trophy into the water after some late-night partying.
ENERGIZER NIGHT SKATE
Friday, 7 p.m.
Participants will don headlamps as they skate a five-km route along the canal, with proceeds from the $20 (adults) and $15 (children under 12) registration fee going to the Sens Foundation’s plan to build 19 outdoor rinks in Ottawa. The event begins and ends at Waverly Street. Organizers are expecting more than 2,500 skaters for what they hope will become an annual event.
Many NHL all-stars, including Jason Spezza, will play shinny over the next few days with friends on one of Ottawa’s outdoor rinks.
JUNIOR SKILLS COMPETITION: Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon
Canadian Tire’s national skills competition for players seven to 12 years old — they are being flown in from around the country — takes place between Rideau Street and the Mackenzie King Bridge.
Did you know? Chicago Blackhawks captain — and NHL All-Star — Jonathan Toews helped co-found the Canadian Tire Hockey School, which runs the junior skills competition.
CASINO DU LAC-LEAMY” 1 Blvd. du Casino, Gatineau
FANTASY DRAFT:Thursday, 8 to 9:30 p.m.
The All-Star Game draft — two pre-selected captains will choose lineups like kids on an outdoor rink — will be a glitzy affair at the casino. This is a great opportunity to see NHL stars up close as they walk into the event.
NHL All Star fact: Last year, Toronto Maple Leafs’ Phil Kessel was picked last in the draft. But he got a decent consolation prize — a new car, and a $20,000 donation to a charity of his choice.
OTTAWA CONVENTION CENTRE 55 Colonel By Dr.
NHL FAN FAIR: Thursday, 3-10 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
All three floors of Ottawa’s grand new convention centre will be transformed into a giant hockey theme park. The actual time of player appearances for autographs sessions is still being worked out, but here’s a look at some of the activities lined up for Fan Fair:
- Pose with the Stanley Cup as well as other NHL trophies;
- Meet former NHL stars at autograph signings;
- Take photos of your favourite NHL team mascot;
- Collect and trade hockey memorabilia and cards;
- Learn more about the history of the game at 30 exhibits;
- Test your shot accuracy and other hockey skills at one of the interactive attractions
SCOTIABANK PLACE 1000 Palladium Dr.
NHL SKILLS COMPETITION Saturday, 7 p.m.
The league’s best show off their skating, puck-handling and shooting skills. The event is sold out, but will be shown on CBC-TV.
NHL All Star fact: At this year’s Senators skills competition, Colin Greening (who will also take part in Saturday’s event) set a team record in the fastest skating competition with a time of 13.343 seconds. That gives him a good shot at winning Saturday — last year’s top time was Islanders winger Michael Grabner’s 14.238 seconds.
ALL-STAR GAME-Sunday, 4 p.m.
The busy weekend wraps up with the big game itself, which will feature four Ottawa Senators: Daniel Alfredsson, Jason Spezza, Erik Karlsson and Milan Michalek.
NHL All Star fact: All-Star Weekend is expected to pump $30 million to $35 million into the local economy.
I plan on partaking in the NHL festivities with my son. Enjoy the weekend Ottawa, have fun and play safe !
———————- The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ottawa personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa injury lawyer representing Ottawa accident victims and the families of accident victims who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca(613) 978-9549
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Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer Discusses Liability, David Hollingsworth
Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth…As you may know I often am asked to appear on CTV to discuss issues that relate to Ottawa personal injury, Ontario personal injury, liability in Ontario, brain injury, spinal cord injury, Ottawa law firms, catastrophic injury claims, trauma injury, slip and fall insurance claims and liability issues. I recently uploaded some of the segments. They can be seen here:
http://www.youtube.com/watchv=d9TqWG0CdNU&context=C3071b40ADOEgsToPDskKdJ6MEdSUcGeAMhyKOKEss
If you have any questions that relate to Ottawa Personal Injury or Ontario Personal Injury and think you may need an Ontario lawyer in Ottawa, feel free to call me for a free consultation. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca
———————- The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ottawa personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa injury lawyer representing Ottawa accident victims and the families of accident victims who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca (613) 978-9549
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Ottawa Rideau Canal Open : Skating Safety and Canal Conditions, Ottawa lawyer David Hollingsworth
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Injury and Accidents, Ottawa Resources, safety on January 15th, 2012
Ottawa : Personal Injury Lawyers in Ottawa, Ontario..David Hollingsworth
BBBBrrrrrrrr ! Well the forecast is -31 degrees celsius today. That’s too cold for me to be outside. This freezing cold weather does however allow for the Rideau canal to finally open. This is a great thing for Ottawa . The National Capital Commission opened the 42nd Rideau canal skating season of the world’s largest skating rink this morning. The 2.2 km section of the Rideau canal between the Bank Street Bridge and the Pretoria Bridge is open to all skaters. A reminder to all skaters that a red flag flying at the canal means the ice conditions are not safe for any activity, including walking. I also recommend everyone wear a helmet; adults and children alike.
Safety on the Rideau Canal
- Learn the flag system: A green flag means that the Skateway is open; a red flag means that it is closed.
- Watch for cracks!
- Consider your safety and that of others. The following are not permitted on the ice:
- dogs
- bikes
- hockey sticks and pucks.
- Warm up if you feel chilled. Heated chalets are located at various points along the Skateway.
When it comes to skates, a proper fitting lace-up single blade skates are required. The rule of thumb for purchasing skates is one size smaller than shoe size. New skates do not come sharpened and will require sharpening prior to the first class.
Also make sure you are dressed for the occasion. Wear warm, comfortable clothes that are easy to move in. For example, wear warm, water-resistant pants, non-bulky jackets and warm gloves.
Enjoy this wonderful Rideau canal. We are so lucky here in Ottawa to have it. Please remember that safety is key to an enjoyable skate on Ottawa’s Rideau Canal and safety. As in any sport, accidents can happen. Do what you can to stay safe and most of all, enjoy !
———————- The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ontario personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa injury lawyer representing Ottawa accident victims and the families of accident victims who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca (613) 978-9549
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Ottawa Rideau Canal Conditions, Skating Safety, Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth
Ottawa Frost Bite Warning In Effect: Be careful on slippery Ottawa roads and sidewalks: Ottawa lawyer David Hollingsworth
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Injury and Accidents, Ottawa Resources, safety on January 14th, 2012
The freezing rain and snow have finally stopped and now a deep cold is setting in throughout Ottawa and eastern Ontario. Ottawa, Gatineau, Brockville, Cornwall and Smiths Falls were under a snowfall warning until late afternoon, with 15 centimetres or more expected throughout the day. A freezing rain warning was lifted that morning. There were over 60 Ottawa accidents yesterday and reports indicate that some Ottawa accident victims suffered minor injuries. Police believe that this was due to the fact that Ottawa drivers were slowing down and driving cautiously. Well done ! Not all accidents can be avoided but this just goes to show that if all drivers out there are driving very carefully we can reduce the number of Ottawa accidents that result in serious personal injury. To all of you out there who took a little extra time to get to your destination, or drove a little more defensively, congratulations , you did a great job.
That being said, you job is not done. There is a frost bite warning in effect in Ottawa. Dropping temperatures and increasing winds today will give us a -28 C wind chill. This cold cold weather looks like it’s here to stay for the day and will be as lows hit -22 C this evening. Once you add in the windchill factor and we’re looking at -27 C , according to Environment Canada. In other words, its coooooooooooolllllllldddddddddddddddd. My advice, stay in. It is supposed to warm up a little tomorrow. Unfortunately, our Ottawa roads and sidewalks will be slick and slippery. This will make it very challenging for Ottawa drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.
I have to admit, as much as I would like to, I can’t stay in. We will be out about shuffling our children from hockey rinks to swimming pools. My plan..slow and steady wins the race. We will get to where we need to be , then home for the SENS game..Go Sens go ! Please be safe out there today Ottawa. Take your time, keep our Ottawa roads as accident free as possible. Have a great, safe weekend.
-Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth
———————- The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ontario personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa injury lawyer representing Ottawa accident victims and the families of accident victims who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca (613) 978-9549
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City of Ottawa Skating Safety : Rideau Canal conditions, Ottawa lawyer David Hollingsworth
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Injury and Accidents, Ottawa Resources, Personal Injury Claims, safety on January 8th, 2012
Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth…I am very happy that Ottawa children under the age of 10 will be required to wear protective helmets during public skating sessions held in City of Ottawa facilities effective January 1, 2012. It is estimated that 5,700 Ottawa children receive medical treatments for personal injury in Ottawa emergency rooms, and 400 children are hospitalized, every year because of sports-related head injuries. This is very disturbing. We all want kids to have fun but it cannot be at the expense of their safety. Please take all necessary safety measures when it comes to children’s safety. There are far too many serious injuries each year such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries and serious orthopedic injuries.
The City of Ottawa offers the following Safe Skating Tips:
- Wear the gear! Wearing a CSA (Canadian Standards Association), Snell or ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) approved helmet, that fits properly, will help prevent head injury. It should be worn snug, yet comfortable. Hockey helmets are recommended over cycling helmets because they can withstand multiple impacts. Wrist guards, elbow pads and knee pads help prevent wrist fractures, and bruises on knees and elbows.
- Choose proper fitting skates that give good support around your ankles (moulded skates are not recommended). Local sport stores should be able to help you with a proper fit. Remember, new skates must be sharpened before you go on the ice and then sharpened again each year at the start of the skating season.
- Lace your skates all the way up. You should never wrap the laces around your ankle. If the laces are too long, tie them in a double knot so you don’t trip over them.
- Wear only one pair of socks. Multiple pairs will make you feel colder and your skates might be too tight.
- Wear proper clothing: gloves, neck warmer, helmet, waterproof jacket and pants (NO jeans, as they will not keep you warm and dry if they get wet), long underwear, and a sweater should do the trick.
- Get trained! Instructors will be able to teach you the basics of skating, such as how to stop, how to fall safely, and how to get up after a fall. For lessons call 613-580-2596.
- Choose a surface that is relatively free of bumps and cracks to allow for more control and an easier time stopping. If skating on the Rideau Canal, watch for the green flags to ensure the conditions are safe. The N.C.C.’s Rideau Canal Skateway conditions hotline is: (613) 239-5234, press 1,1
- Watch where you are going, and always skate with the traffic. If you want to stop, head to the side so you won’t get in anyone’s way.
Avoid the following:
- Skating on the Rideau Canal Skateway when the red flags are flying.
- Skating too fast – this puts you and those around you at risk.
- Playing sports unless in a designated area (ex: hockey).
- Holding on to more than one person – this increases your chance of falling and hurting someone else.
- Placing sharp items in your pockets (ie. keys, combs, etc.).
- Using your toe-pick to start or stop (this will ruin the ice surface, and it won’t give the stability you need to safely start or stop), or removing bottom pick (designed to help you balance).
- Clothing with drawstrings.
-Enjoy this winter and please be safe. -Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth
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Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth has been helping slip and fall injury victims get the help they need after a serious Ontario accident. Due to his vast experience with injuries, David understands the added pressure and stress associated with this personal injury. David aggressively fights to get the maximum amount of compensation needed to ensure you are taken care of and that you are able to rebuild you life, as it was before the accident. David takes his cases on contingency, which means, you don’t pay him anything, until he gets you your money. Call for a free consultation 613-978-9549. For more information, visit www.ottawainjury.ca
If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca
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Ottawa Rideau Canal Skateway, Canal Conditions, Ottawa Lawyer David Hollingsworth
Bell Capital Cup: Ottawa lawyer David Hollingsworth wishes all players and parents and safe and happy tournament.
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Resources, safety on December 30th, 2011
Ottawa Lawyer David Hollingsworth..
I just wanted to wish all Bell Capital Cup participants a safe and happy travel home. Some have come from far and have a long journey home. Everyone played well and it is a fantastic tournament. Every player should be proud. Looking forward to next year’s Bell Capital Cup.
– Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth
The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ottawa Ontario personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa Ontario personal injury lawyer representing Ontario accident victims who have suffered a personal injury and the families of accident victims who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca (613) 978-9549
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Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth is tracking Santa’s travels…
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Resources, safety on December 24th, 2011
On behalf of all of us at David Hollingsworth, Personal Injury Lawyers, I wanted to wish you all happy and safe holidays. If you are in Ottawa, we finally have the snow we’ve been waiting for ( not too much, thank goodness) . I have 3 young children who are already asking me to open presents. I have to admit, I’m as excited as they are ! I wish everyone a very safe and happy holiday season and all the best in 2012 !
For those of you with young children and celebraing Christmas, I have posted the link to Santa’s journey. My kids and I track Santa all day long. It will even tell you Santa is ahead of schedule if you are trying ( good luck) to get them to bed early.
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Winter Solstice, Happy Saturnalia, Happy Sabbat, Merry Yule and Happy Holidays!
———————- The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ottawa Ontario personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa Ontario personal injury lawyer representing Ontario accident victims who have suffered a personal injury and the families of accident victims who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca (613) 978-9549
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Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth
Please don’t drink and drive: Call Operation Red Nose Ottawa !
Posted by Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, Ottawa Accident Lawyer, David Hollingsworth in Ottawa Injury and Accidents, Ottawa Resources, safety on December 20th, 2011
Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth…It’s that time of year again. There is more travel, more parties and sadly, more accidents. Thankfully, we live in a city that is well equipped for rides and allows anyone to be out and about enjoying the festive season. There are taxis, buses, car pools and many other safe options to get you home safely if you have been drinking. Operation Red Nose Ottawa is one of them..
Operation Red Nose Ottawa
The Operation Red Nose Ottawa service is provided to the community by the community. Each year, more than 50, 000 volunteers make this service possible across the country.
They operate from within their local headquarters as phone operators, dispatchers or by training other volunteers, or on the road on a team of three volunteers including: the escort driver, the volunteer driver and the navigator. Operation Red Nose Ottawa is operated entirely by volunteers and has no paid employees. Donations and sponsorship supporting Boys and Girls Club Ottawa are the sole source of funding.
Operation Red Nose Ottawa needs you !
The Operation Red Nose Ottawa service is provided by a team of three volunteers, two of which ride along with the client in his or her vehicle. The escort driver, the volunteer driver and the navigator are the three members of the team
Escort Driver:
This volunteer uses his personal vehicle to drive the volunteer driver and the navigator to the
location where the client is waiting.
Volunteer Driver:
The volunteer who drives the client and his/her vehicle back to their home address.
Navigator:
This volunteer will supply the navigational directions to the volunteer driver
Office Helper:
You will be put to work on a number of internal tasks, which may include, but not be limited to answering the phones, printing google directions for the drivers, helping out with the database, refreshment and snack setting up and clearing down and just being generally helpful when you are required to do so.
Call Operation Red Nose Ottawa For A Ride Home
Operation Red Nose Ottawa’s mission is ‘‘to encourage responsible behavior (in a non-judgmental manner) with regard to impaired driving’’ . Impaired driving (on any level) is a national problem that Operation Red Nose addresses by offering drivers an alternative way to get home safely when feeling impaired during the holiday season. We are proud to offer this volunteer service to the people of Ottawa and hope that they take full opportunity of our service over the holiday season.
Operation Red Nose Ottawa would like to offer you a safe ride home with your vehicle. Over the holiday season volunteers will respond to phone calls from clients in the Ottawa area who feel that in some way they are not safe to drive home, which may be as a result of drinking, of feeling unwell, or simply of being too tired to drive home.
Four easy steps to arriving home safe and sound with your vehicle in your own driveway:
WANT A RIDE HOME?
- Call us (613)-232-0925
- Let us know where you are
- Let us know where you are going
- Let us know who is travelling with you
……. Leave the rest to Operation Red Nose Ottawa……
On behalf of all of us at David Hollingsworth, Personal Injury Lawyers in Ottawa Ontario, I urge you to enjoy this holiday season safely. Please don’t drink and drive. There are far too many serious and fatal accidents each year as a result of impaired driving. Driving drunk is not an option ! EVER !
———————- The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ottawa Ontario personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa Ontario personal injury lawyer representing Ontario accident victims who have suffered an injury and the families of accident victims who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca (613) 978-9549
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Ontario Accident Benefits: Definition Minor Injury Guidelines, Ottawa lawyer David Hollingsworth
Ontario Minor Injury Guidelines. Insurance Claims. Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth…Have you recently been involved in an Ontario car accident and your insurance company has told you that your injury is classified as a “minor injury”? Unfortunately that means you will only receive $3500 in medical rehabilitation benefits available, regardless of whether or not you opted to pay for enhanced Ontario accident benefits. Insurance companies have also determined that a minor injury does not qualify for housekeeping benefits or attendant care benefits. This causes a lot of problems for many Ontario accident victims, who require these benefits. Not everyone is seriously injured in an accident , so the minor injury guidelines are acceptable to them. What’s really becoming a crisis situation in the vast majority of people who suffer serious injury in an accident and accept what their insurance company gives them in limited accident benefits, leaving them without enough support and benefits , which generally results in them not recovering. The Minor Injury Guidelines typically includes the following personal injuries resulting from an Ontario motor vehicle accident:
- Sprains
- Tears/ partial tears
- Strains
- Whiplash (unless there are neurological symptoms)
- Cuts, contusions, and abrasions
- Subluxations (unless it is a complete dislocation of a joint)
———————- The Ottawa Injury Blog is written regularly by Ottawa personal injury lawyer David Hollingsworth. Since 1999, David has been an Ottawa personal injury lawyer representing Ontario accident victims and the families of accident victims who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. This blog reports on accidents in eastern Ontario, personal injury issues, local Ottawa news and events and various news that relates to Ottawa, accidents and personal injury. Visit www.ottawainjury.ca for more information. If you have a question, feel free to call or email david@ottawainjury.ca (613) 978-9549
Ontario Accident Benefits, Definition Minor Injury Guidelines, Ontario Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth
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