Although it might be tough to do in rural communities, Mothers Against Drunk Driving is reminding Canadians to always plan a safe ride home after a night of alcohol or drug use.

MADD Canada Chief Operating Officer Dawn Regan says impaired driving is an epidemic in Canada, with nine charges laid for the offence every hour.

She says among those aged 15-24 who have been involved in a fatal vehicle accident, drugs or alcohol were involved 55 per cent of the time.

To educate this age demographic, MADD will be traveling to 1000 schools across Canada, and 90 schools in Saskatchewan, to deliver a program called One Last Dance.

“Within the program, it is revealed that it is one last dance for some teenagers as a result of decisions they’ve made as it relates to impaired driving.”

The program will be delivered to students in grades 7-12. It details the importance of planning a safe ride home, never getting into a vehicle with an impaired driver, and calling 911 if you see one on the roads.

She adds that even after the presentations are over, the important conversations can still continue through educators guides and school kits left with each school.