Working Draft for:Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday Aug 3rd, 2017 8:35 am
With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-Wallebeck
This week we focus on: Being a Good Wingman
The new SGI campaign wants you to be a friend for life
"You and your group of lifelong friends are out for a few drinks. One of your buddies grabs their keys and is about to drive home.
Do you say anything, or do you just let them go?
It is something SGI is asking everyone in Saskatchewan to think about.
SGI’s latest advertising campaign “Be a Good Wingman” challenges Saskatchewan people to do the right thing and stop impaired friends from driving, even when it feels uncomfortable.
“It is something that plays out on decks and patios, around campfires, and in bars and rinks across Saskatchewan,” Minister Responsible for SGI Joe Hargrave said. “You and your friends are enjoying a few drinks and someone you are with is about to drive home. How many times have you asked, ‘Are you okay to drive?’ and then let it go when your friend said ‘yes,’ even though you knew it wasn’t true?
“Being a good wingman is really a call to action,” Hargrave said. “When someone is impaired, their judgment is also impaired, so it is important to stop them if they are about to do something that could hurt themselves or others. If your impaired friend is about to drive, intervene. Offer to call a cab, a sober friend, or a safe ride service. Take away their keys and let them stay the night. Whatever you do, do not let them make the wrong choice and drive away if they are impaired. ”
Saskatchewan has among the highest rate of impaired driving incidents out of all Canadian provinces, and it is the leading cause of fatal traffic collisions in the province. In 2016, preliminary numbers show 54 people were killed and 456 were injured in 1,085 crashes involving drugs or alcohol.
“When someone is impaired, and has their keys in hand, a real friend needs to step up,” Hargrave said. “Even if it is awkward or uncomfortable to have that conversation, it is better than letting them drive away, risking death or injury. Let’s make this a province where it is never OK to drive impaired. Where we all expect that, if we are impaired and about to drive someone is going to stop us.”
The “Be a Good Wingman” campaign launch coincides with August’s Traffic Safety Spotlight on impaired driving. Throughout the month, police across the province will again be watching for drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
See the “Be a Good Wingman” ad by following SGI on Facebook www.facebook.com/SGICommunit, Twitter www.twitter.com/SGItweets and Instagram www.instagram.com/SGIphotos, or visiting www.sgi.sk.ca/wingman.
Spread the word on social media by using the hashtag #BeAGoodWingman and using SGI’s Wingman filter for your profile picture. SGI’s website has more information about impaired driving" www.sgi.sk.ca/individuals/penalties/consequences/index.html.
"So please plan your event with safety in Mind"
Canada's 150th Birthday
Join us in Preeceville for Canada's 150th Birthday, August 4th - 6th.
You are cordially invited to attend the Canada 150 Celebration - Preeceville
http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/default.aspx?page=62
Parade Registration *Please note that the parade will now be starting at 10:30am and not at 11:00am as said on the parade registration form.
Event Registration
Offical Poster
Check us out on Facebook.
Friday, August 4th:
Community Legion Hall
Meet and Greet : 3 – 8pm
Art Show : 3 – 8pm Preeceville Art Group
BBQ Supper : 5 – 7pm Preeceville 4H Club
Beer Gardens : 3 – 9pm Preeceville Wildlife Club
Fireworks : 10:00pmish - weather permitting
Preeceville Lions Park – Ready to get moving? Be part of Canada’s “150 Playlist” : 1 – 3pm Ages 6 – 12
Preeceville School will be open for viewings or tours from 1 - 5pm
Saturday, August 5th:
Around Town
Parade : 10:30am Parade Route Map
Wagon Rides : 12 - 3pm Starting at the Arena
Centennial Park
BBQ Lunch :11am – 2pm Cadets
Club 60
Pancake Breakfast : 8 – 10am Club 60
Meet and Greet : 8 – 10amPie & Coffee : 2 – 4pm Lutheran Church Women
Horseshoe Tournament : 2 – 4pm Club 60
Community Legion Hall Area
Filipino Lunch
Photo Booth
Street Dance : 9pm Preeceville Fire Department
$15/ticket Children must be accompanied by an adult1 1/4 Mile South of Preeceville on Hwy 47, East Side of the road.
Heavy Horse Demonstration : 1 – 3pm
Ukrainian Catholic Hall Event
Supper : 4:30pm seating OR 6:30pm seating
16 & over $15 ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY
6 – 15 $10 Seating’s are limited to 250 people
5 & Under FREE
Sunday, August 6th: Sportsgrounds6 – 15 $10 Seating’s are limited to 250 people
5 & Under FREE
Interdenominational Church Service : 11am – 12pm (Bring your own Lawn Chair)
Lunch : 12 – 2pm
Threshing Demo : 2 – 3pm
Pick-up Ball Games (Bring your own bat, ball, & glove)
Children’s Activities (Old Tyme)
Beer Gardens : 12 – 5pm
Wagon Rides : 1 - 4pm
Fire Truck Rides : 2 - 4pm
The Supper and Dance tickets can be purchased at the Town Office or at the Meet and Greets Friday and Saturday.
For more information, call Agnes at 306-547-3047 or Elaine or Trina at the town 306-547-2810.
| Let your family and friends know about this celebration. Check us out on Facebook. |
Events:
- Ongoing
- Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Jack-Pot is now at a
$11,071.00! 36
Draws every Thursday night.
Watch their Ad's. Follow the ACE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/
- The 7th Annual Motorcycle and Vehicle Road Rally is also on the August 4th to 6th weekend.
Entertainment by James Williams
(Show "N Shine, bike games, open mike and Fireworks at Dusk, Phone 306-547-7047 for more info)
- Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Jack-Pot is now at a
$11,071.00! 36
Draws every Thursday night.
Watch their Ad's. Follow the ACE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/
- The 7th Annual Motorcycle and Vehicle Road Rally is also on the August 4th to 6th weekend.
Entertainment by James Williams
(Show "N Shine, bike games, open mike and Fireworks at Dusk, Phone 306-547-7047 for more info)
- And as always if you wish to have an event promoted visit and post it to our Community Events Calendar at www.townofPreeceville.ca
- CANADA 150 CELEBRATION - PREECEVILLE Strong, Proud and Free
In 2017, Canada will mark the 150th Anniversary of Confederation. Preeceville Celebration will be August 4th, 5th and 6th, 2017. Watch for details as they become available.
Canada’s 150th website: http://canada.pch.gc.ca/eng/1342792785740/1342793251811
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