Media Advisory: Island Police and MADD Canada Join Forces for Project Red Ribbon Day in PEI

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Media Advisory: Island Police and MADD Canada Join Forces for Project Red Ribbon Day in PEIAuthor of the article:CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island, Oct. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As MADD Canada’s Project Red Ribbon campaign gets underway, Islanders will see a local focus this November 1, when police and MADD Canada volunteers gather for roadside sobriety checkpoints and awareness marking Prince Edward Island’s (PEI) first annual Project Red Ribbon Day.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountProject Red Ribbon is MADD Canada’s national annual awareness campaign running from November 1 to January 4. It promotes sober driving during the holiday season, when social gatherings and celebrations can increase the risk of impaired driving. Launched ahead of the holiday season, the campaign encourages Canadians to plan ahead, choose a sober ride and help keep roads safe. PEI’s Project Red Ribbon Day is part of this national effort and follows the province’s passage of legislation recognizing November 1 as Project Red Ribbon Day.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Media are invited to attend the Project Red RibbonDay sobriety checkpoints. Interviews with guests will be available.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againDate:Sunday, November 1, 2026Time: 1 p.mLocation 1: Nabuurs Garden, Montague, main road into Montague, next to the Ford dealershipGuests:Steve Sullivan, CEO of MADD CanadaMADD Summerside Chapter VolunteersMADD Kings & Queens PEI Chapter Volunteers Time:4 p.m.Location 2:Jewell’s Country Market, Marshfield, at the corner of Routes 25 and 2Guests: Steve Sullivan, CEO of MADD CanadaMADD Summerside Chapter VolunteersMADD Kings & Queens PEI Chapter Volunteers Prince Edward Island is the first province or territory in Canada to officially proclaim November 1st as Project Red Ribbon Day. Bill 103, the Project Red Ribbon Day Act, was introduced by MLA Susie Dillon and passed in the PEI Legislature last year.Public safety officials, police and MADD Canada volunteers will distribute red ribbons and vehicle decals to motorists. Mandatory alcohol screening will be conducted at all sobriety checkpoints.From November 1, 2026, to January 4, 2027, MADD Canada Chapter volunteers across the country will be distributing red ribbons and car decals. Canadians are encouraged to display them on vehicles, keychains, and personal belongings as a visible pledge to sober driving and in honour of all victims and survivors of impaired driving.To RSVP for the event or for more information, contact: Arielle Nkongmeneck, Communications Manager, MADD Canada, 1-800-665-6233 ext. 240 or ankongmeneck@madd.caThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.