Motor vehicle incidents continue to be a leading cause of workplace injuries and fatalities across Ontario. It is this fact that led over 100 members of Ontario’s business sector to Mississauga on Oct. 26.

In last month’s article, Multitasking myths and misconceptions, I discussed how, over time, we all have contributed to a global cultural norm of driving while distracted and the unfortunate perception that it is okay, or accepted to do so. This article explains the science behind how we learn, and how it is impossible to safely perform other tasks while driving.

UPS Canada has honoured its drivers who have achieved 25 years or more of safe driving with a special badge to add to their uniform.


The drivers are part of UPS’s prestigious Circle of Honour, the company’s highest level of driving recognition. Drivers are added to the UPS Circle of Honour each year as they achieve the 25-year milestone.

According to statistics from Transport Canada, in 2006 there were 634,424 reported traffic collisions in Canada. Of those, 142,280 caused injuries, and a further 2,606 were fatal. Road-related deaths happen around-the-clock, on highways, city streets and country roads.