Chaouki Hamka

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Windsor & Essex County Community Leader. Devoted Father. Law Enforcement Officer. Public Safety Enthusiast. #WindsorEssex

[Chaouki Hamka @ChaoukiHamka]

Where has the time gone? Today marks my 20th year with @maddcanada (@maddWindsor ) as a volunteer. This has been an extremely rewarding experience and I am very fortunate to have become a part of this great organization.

Still lots of work to do! Let’s Go! #Windsor #YQG

[CTV Windsor @CTVWindsor]

MADD bench replaced after vandalism https://t.co/eGlH75IAZE

[Windsor Police @WindsorPolice]

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Windsor Police and MADD Windsor & Essex County launch holiday impaired driving prevention campaigns

The Windsor Police Service and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Windsor & Essex County are launching impaired driving prevention campaigns to keep roads safe this holiday season. The two campaigns, Project Red Ribbon and the 2025 Festive R.I.D.E. program, work together to raise awareness and encourage drivers to plan ahead, stay sober, and make responsible choices during one of the busiest times of the year.

Through Project Red Ribbon, MADD Windsor & Essex County will distribute red ribbons and decals across the community as a visible pledge to never drive impaired. The ribbon symbolizes a commitment to sober driving, honours victims and survivors of impaired driving, and serves as a daily reminder that every impaired driving collision is preventable.

To reinforce this message, Windsor Police officers will conduct Festive R.I.D.E. spot checks across Windsor and Amherstburg. During the 2024 campaign, officers stopped more than 1,758 vehicles and charged 26 drivers with impaired-driving offences. In the previous year, officers stopped 1,318 vehicles and laid 29 impaired-driving charges.

These figures highlight the ongoing need for both strong enforcement and sustained education locally and across Ontario.

“The launch of these initiatives sends a united and timely message as we head into the holiday season,” said Windsor Police Chief Jason Crowley. “With Festive R.I.D.E. on our roads and Project Red Ribbon visible throughout the community, we are combining enforcement with education to prevent impaired driving. When people choose to drive sober, they’re not just following the law – they’re protecting families, friends, and neighbours during holidays.”

“We join the Windsor Police Service in reminding Windsorites that impaired driving is never worth it. It’s not worth losing your licence, paying fines and legal fees, or facing higher insurance – and that’s if you’re only caught. Most importantly, it’s not worth risking your life or the lives of others on the road,” added Chaouki Hamka, MADD Windsor & Essex County Community Leader.

The Windsor Police Service and MADD Windsor & Essex County encourage everyone to plan ahead if you are going to consume alcohol or drugs. Options include arranging a designated driver, using public transit, booking a rideshare or taxi, or staying overnight.

If you see a driver you suspect is impaired, please call 9-1-1 immediately.

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RIDE Program Results From Windsor Police https://t.co/MZDfxQe0Jw #YQG

[CTV Windsor @CTVWindsor]

MADD memorial bench vandalized on Riverside Drive https://t.co/fLz1cgnskc

[AM800 CKLW @AM800CKLW]

MADD Monument vandalized https://t.co/uldBXJY26w

[Chaouki Hamka @ChaoukiHamka]

Let us stand together against vandalism. If you know anything about what happened, please come forward. We must protect places of remembrance and show respect for those we have lost.
#MADD #YQG #Windsor

[AM800 CKLW @AM800CKLW]

MADD memorial bench vandalized at Dieppe Gardens https://t.co/yv4hTxLkDL

[The Windsor Star @TheWindsorStar]

Victims of impaired driving honoured at new Windsor waterfront memorial https://t.co/JPCTavVUBn

[MADD Windsor & Essex County @maddWindsor]

#MADD @maddcanada
#Windsor #YQGTraffic #YQG #EssexCounty

[Tanya Hansen Pratt @MADDCanadaPres]

Congratulations to MADD Windsor Essex for the beautiful Memorial Garden installed on the waterfront. This garden will serve as an important gathering place and public reminder for years to come.
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#MADDCanada #Memorial #Garden #Victim #Survivor #Windsor #EssexCounty

[AM800 CKLW @AM800CKLW]

MADD unveils memorial garden in downtown Windsor https://t.co/u09mzZhFIA

[OPP West Region @OPP_WR]

Today was the unveiling of MADD Windsor & Essex County Memorial Garden in downtown Windsor beside the Great Canadian Flag.
Joined by MADD Canada President Tanya Hansen-Pratt, police, and community partners — to honour victims & raise awareness. ^sd
#MADDCanada #WindsorEssex #EssexCtyOPP @maddcanada

[Re-Elect Drew Dilkens for Mayor @drewdilkens]

Thanks to MADD Canada, MADD Windsor & Essex County, and all partners and sponsors for investing in a new gathering space at Dieppe Gardens. May this area be a beacon to encourage conversation, connection, and compassion. Learn more at: https://t.co/YrU10pXLIS

[Chaouki Hamka @ChaoukiHamka]

Congrats, everyone! #MADD #CommunityService #Volunteerism

[Steve Sullivan @MADDCanadaCEO]

An honour to present the King’s Coronation Medals to these amazing @maddcanada volunteers today in Montreal. @MaddMontreal

[Chaouki Hamka @ChaoukiHamka]

@maddcanada #MADD #SuperBowlLIX
Drive Safe. Drive Sober.

[CTV Windsor @CTVWindsor]

Don’t fumble your future: Plan a safe ride this Super Bowl Sunday https://t.co/OGh7NPlUjc

[CTV Windsor @CTVWindsor]

Don’t fumble your future: Plan a safe ride this Super Bowl Sunday https://t.co/OGh7NPlUjc

[Windsor Police @WindsorPolice]

Last night, members of our Traffic Enforcement Unit conducted a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) program at several locations across Windsor and Amherstburg.

A total of 340 vehicles were checked with zero impairments detected. Officers issued 22 enforcement actions for speeding, driving with a suspended licence, and other violations.

[Chaouki Hamka @ChaoukiHamka]

#MADD

[CTV Windsor @CTVWindsor]

Have a plan in action: MADD Windsor-Essex and police urge New Year’s revellers to not drink and drive https://t.co/1bp4jlVap6

[Parole Board of Canada @PBC_CLCC_en]

As we welcome the new year, let’s celebrate responsibly! If you drink or consume other substances including cannabis, don’t drive. Call a taxi or Uber, take public transit, designate a driver or plan to spend the night. Have a joyful and safe #NYE2025! #MADDCanada

[Chaouki Hamka @ChaoukiHamka]

#YQG #YQGTraffic #Windsor #LaSalle #Harrow #Amhersburg #Tecumseh #Lakeshore #Emeryville #BelleRiver #Essex #EssexCounty #Kingsville #Leamington #Tilbury #Chatham

[MADD Windsor & Essex County @maddWindsor]

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year! If you plan to go out & celebrate, plan for a safe & sober ride home. Call a taxi/Uber/sober friend, take public transit, have a designated driver, use a DD service or stay over. If you suspect an impaired driver call 911. #drivesafe #DriveSober

[Windsor Police @WindsorPolice]

New Year’s Eve Reminder: Don’t Drive Impaired

As we welcome 2025, remember driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a serious crime that puts lives at risk.

Plan ahead: Use a designated driver, Uber, taxi, or rideshare.

Look out for others: Stop friends or family from driving impaired.
One bad decision can lead to tragedy.

Celebrate responsibly and keep our roads safe.