BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY
By following these essential tips, you can help create a safer environment for students, pedestrians, and fellow drivers alike.
1. Slow Down in School Zones: School zones are designated for a reason – to protect students. Obey the reduced speed limits and be prepared to stop at any moment. Slowing down gives you more time to react to unexpected situations.
2. Eliminate Distractions: Put away your phone, finish eating or drinking before you hit the road, and keep your focus on driving. Distracted driving is a major safety concern and becomes even more hazardous in school zones.
3. Watch for School Buses: When a school bus stops and activates its flashing red lights, it means children are getting on or off. Respect the stop sign on the bus and wait until the lights stop flashing before you proceed.
4. Maintain a Safe Following Distance: Maintain a safe following distance behind other vehicles, especially in school zones or areas with heavy pedestrian traffic. This gives you ample time to stop if a child suddenly darts into the road.
5. Use Crosswalks and Pedestrian Crossings: Always yield to pedestrians at crosswalks and intersections. Encourage students to use designated pedestrian crossings and teach them to wait for a clear signal to cross.
6. Be Mindful of Bike Riders: Bicycles are a common sight during the school season. Leave plenty of space when passing cyclists, and always check for bike lanes before making turns or changing lanes.
7. Plan Ahead and Give Yourself Extra Time: Expect heavier traffic during school hours. Plan your route in advance and leave home a little earlier to account for potential delays. Rushing can lead to risky driving behavior.
8. Respect School Parking Rules: If you’re dropping off or picking up students, follow the school’s designated parking rules. Avoid double parking or stopping in no-parking zones, as this can obstruct the view for others.
915 Crystal Crescent, Winkler
Walking distance to VB’s Entertainment Centre, Mr. Mike’s Steakhouse & Petro Canada.
Adult community with Club House access & yard care. Custom or pre-designed floorplans available.
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Redekop
Fully serviced & located close to school, church, and downtown. Fiber internet hookup available.
Municipal water, low pressure sewer system, hydro, & MTS up to property line. Only 10 minutes from Altona.
Fully serviced with all infrastructure and paved & curbed streets.
Just outside of Plum Coulee and down the street from the arena and school.
Birch Street
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Amusements
1pm - 9pm Monday & Wednesday-Sunday
Tuesday 1pm - 5pm
Meadows Amusements offers the ultimate entertainment experience - combining the excitement of an amusement park with other family favorite activities. Looking for a fun day out in Winkler? You’ve come to the right place!
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– Snacks
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– Weekly light housekeeping
– Weekly linen and towel service
– Complimentary Laundry facilities on each floor
– Trash pick up
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