Children throughout the Parkland and across Manitoba are returning to classes this week.
And with that comes a reminder that we all need to adjust our driving habits in and around school zones.
A recent study conducted by CAA Manitoba showed that 94 per cent of parents have at least one concern about safety in school zones.
The three major worries include speeding, traffic congestion, and a lack of street or school parking, with other concerns including jaywalking, illegal parking or stopping, and distracted pedestrians and drivers.
The study also showed that parents want to see additional solutions, with 26 per cent seeking better road infrastructure in school zones, while 21 per cent want to see more police enforcement.
More crossing guards and road safety education for both parents and students were also suggested.
A reminder that speed limits in school zones drop to 30 km an hour from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on school days.
If you are caught speeding, you face a minimum fine of $200 along with two demerits, while passing a school bus with its lights flashing and stop sign activated could net you a $373 fine and five demerits.
