FATAL FINDINGS
A crash report using data from Transport Canada and released by Ontario-based Preszler Injury Lawyers has revealed that of all the provinces, Prince Edward Island is the most dangerous for fatal collisions.
The data, which looked at census details concerning casualty rates in 2021 per 100,000 people, specifically showed that P.E.I. had an average fatality rate of 10.5 and an average injury rate of 287 out of 100,000 people.
This number represents more than double the national average at 4.7 per 100,000.
Following P.E.I., New Brunswick came in at second with a fatality rate of 8.6 per 100,000, but a higher injury rate than P.E.I. at 342.7. The Atlantic region also came in third with Nova Scotia seeing a fatality rate of 7.7 and injury rates of 308.7 per 100,000 people. Comparatively, Ontario’s driving fatality rate came in at only 3.8, with injuries also sitting at a lower 216.4 per 100,000.
A SKILLED START
Starting in September 2024, Grade 12 students who meet provincial graduation requirements at the end of the first semester can enter skilled trades programs at the Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) before graduating.
Education News Canada reported that the province is launching a pilot program that will see 34 eligible students begin at the NSCC in February.
“Skilled trade careers are high-paying, in-demand opportunities throughout our province. It’s an excellent time to become a skilled trades professional,” said Premier Tim Houston. “Today, we’re announcing a pilot program where graduating high school students can enter the skilled trades sooner.”
The program will include nine months of training, allowing students to graduate in November 2025 and to enter the workforce sooner
