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ATVing in Canada is a popular recreational activity with a strong focus on safety. The All Terrain Quad Council of Canada (AQCC) works to enhance the capabilities of member federations and represent Canadian ATV rider interests nationally. Through safety training and initiatives like International ATV Safety Week, AQCC promotes safe ATV practices for all riders. Join us in exploring the thrilling world of ATVing in Canada!
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ATVing in Canada • Presented by: Carolyn Richards
AQCC • All Terrain Quad Council of Canada • Federally incorporated as a Not-For Profit in October of 2006 • A national coordinating body and service delivery organization that enhances the capabilities of member federations within Canada and represents Canadian All-Terrain rider interests nationally and around the world
ROV (Recreational Off-Highay Vehicle)
ATVing in Canada is big business 2016 Socio-Economic Study Prepared by Gunther & Associates
6.9 Billion spent(2015) Directly involving both ATV and OHV type Vehicles 1.9 Billion Taxes Direct & indirect taxes on goods & services 55,000Employed Direct, indirect & induced activities
705,264 ATV’s in operation in Canada in 2015 700 Million Cash equivelent of volunteer time 432,219 ROV (Side by side type vehicles) in operation in Canada in 2015
170 Active ATV Instructors in Canada 6 Active Chief Instructors, of which 3 are also Driver Coach Trainers 20 Active ROV (Side by side) Instructors in Canada
3,500 Students trained annually 6 Provinces provide voluntary training, the other 2 are working on obtaining Instructors… 2 Provinces with manditory training (QC & NB)
International Safety Week • AQCC works with the Americain ATV Safety Instiute (ASI) • Safety week is the first full week of June, around the 3rd to the 12th… • Most provinces host safety events in conjunction with their local clubs • Some provide give-a-ways like free helmets. • Proclamations done at regional levels
Safety Week Branding Although our messaging is for everyone, we target young riders.
Thank You! Any questions? You can find me at: carolynkawarthaatv@gmail.com