Turning knowledge into action.

We publish position statements, responses to consultation, and open letters to clearly communicate our stance on key issues related to injury prevention. These assertions allow us to advocate for evidence-based practices and policies that can reduce harm in communities. By taking a clear position we aim to raise awareness, influence decision-makers, and guide public health strategies. Position statements also help ensure that our work is consistent and aligned with our goals, providing a trusted reference for our partners and communities. Ultimately, they strengthen our ability to drive positive change and contribute to safer environments for everyone.

Position statements.

Opposition to the use of the Term "Accident" in Motor Vehicle and Traffic Injury Terminology.

Published Jun, 2025

Key words:

traffic safety, road traffic collision

Summary / Foreword
The term "accident" is commonly used to describe incidents involving motor vehicles. This terminology, however, is increasingly viewed as inappropriate and misleading within the fields of road safety, public health, and injury prevention. In Canadian, British, and European contexts, leading organizations advocate for replacing "accident" with impartial terms like "collision" or "crash" to more accurately reflect the preventable nature of these events.

The Role of Booster Seats in Childhood Injury Prevention

Published July, 2025

Key words:

booster seat, child safety restraint

Summary / Foreword
Safety experts and advocates currently recommend the use of booster seats for children who have outgrown forward-facing car seats but are too small to properly fit into adult seat belt systems. In Alberta, these recommendations have not been accepted into law, contrary to all other provinces in Canada.

Quad / ATV Legislation

Published Jun, 2025

Key words:

Quads, ATVs, off-road

Summary / Foreword
The Injury Prevention Centre (IPC) has adopted and endorses the Canadian Paediatric Society Position Statement, ‘Off-road vehicle use by children and adolescents: Strategies to prevent injury’. This well-researched document makes recommendations to industry, federal and provincial governments, and health care professionals aimed at reducing the number and severity of injuries associated with off-road vehicles (ORVs).

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