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All-terrain vehicles

ATVs cause more permanent disabilities and death than most other sport or recreational activities. Here are our safety tips for ATV operation.


For Young Drivers, By Young Drivers

This project partnered with Canadian youth to understand attitudes and perceptions that affect safe driving behaviours in young drivers and then developed more effective ways to address the issue of road fatalities and injuries among youth.


Social media guide

Sample social media posts Below are sample posts you can use on all social media channels (X, BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc). You are also welcome and encouraged to come up with your own posts and messages that make sense for your organization and your community. Be sure to mention the Fall Prevention Month campaign […]


Youth Road Safety

Parachute’s youth road safety initiatives have expanded into year-round programming to partner with young leaders as key stakeholders in road safety.


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Concussion collection

As the author of the Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport, 2nd Edition, Parachute has developed a wide range of resources for health professionals, education professionals, and sports organizations.


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Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport

The Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport has been developed to ensure that athletes with a suspected concussion receive timely and appropriate care, and proper management to allow them to return to their sport. The Guideline is based on a review of the current scientific evidence and expert consensus on best practices for the evaluation and […]


Cycling

Cycling is a healthy way to travel and injury risk lessens when roads are built to protect cyclists and vehicle speed limits lowered. Read also safety tips and best practices for cyclists of all ages.


Parachute Youth Ambassadors

Do you care about road safety and want to make a difference in your community? Do you want to learn new skills and get some financial support for your initiative? Parachute is offering grants to young leaders in Canada who are committed to making a difference by raising awareness on road safety issues and advocating […]


Youth as Changemakers Award

The Youth as Changemakers Award, sponsored by Desjardins Insurance and the Honda Canada Foundation, celebrates three outstanding young leaders or groups of young leaders from across Canada who are making a real difference in their communities. These changemakers are passionate about creating safer streets for everyone and are turning their ideas into action through advocacy, […]


Parachute Youth Ambassadors projects 2024-26

Parachute’s Youth Ambassador projects highlight the commitment of young leaders to enhance road safety in Canadian communities.  Highlights from the 2025-26 Ambassador projects In 2025-26, Parachute has awarded grants of $1,000, plus our support and mentoring, for 15 Ambassador projects. Here are some examples. Cannabis impaired driving education in schools (Trout River, N.L.)  Collaborating with students, school […]