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About Us

The Calgary Safety Council is a non-profit, non-government charitable organization dedicated to the promotion of safety and the prevention of injuries and fatalities on the streets and highways, in the home and work place. Often mistaken for a department of the City of Calgary, the Calgary Safety Council's formation as an autonomous organization was initiated over 50 years ago as a result of vehicle safety checks.

Liaison is maintained not only with the Canada Safety Council but with safety organizations throughout Canada and the U.S., departments of the Federal and Provincial governments, numerous City of Calgary departments including Police, Fire, Transportation, Parks and Recreation, the Calgary Board of Education, Calgary Catholic School Board, private schools, and many more,

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Memberships

The membership of the Calgary Safety Council represents all major sectors of industry, business, government and volunteer agencies, as well as individuals with personal interest in safety promotion and accident prevention.

The membership annually elects a board of directors which establishes policy and directs the affairs of the Council. The programs of the Council are administered by a small, dedicated professional staff.

Funding

The Calgary Safety Council is supported by revenue through courses, programs, and fund raising activities including special events and donations from the private and corporate sector. 100% or your donation and membership stays in the Calgary area.

Programs

SAFETY CITY a miniature city complete with streets, traffic lights, railroad crossings and classrooms. Book your school E.C.S. and grade one students for a visit Safety City for an hour and half program in which they participate both as drivers and pedestrians to experience the possible hazards of the street. Children learn how to cross the street at traffic lights and corners.

SIMON, THE SAFETY BEAR Invite Simon and an instructor to your ECS/ Grade one class to learn about safety: pedestrian, bicycle, home, and personal

BICYCLE SAFETY PROGRAM Held during July and August at Safety City. Children ages four to fourteen are taught all aspects of general bicycle safety in a fun and safe atmosphere.

MOTORCYCLE TRAINING The Gearing Up rider safety training program sanctioned by the Canada Safety Council.

PROGRESSIVE MOTORCYCLE TRAINING Skills and advanced course designed for the licensed driver.

SCOOTER TRAINING Learn the proper, safe way to ride a scooter.