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Public and Safety Information Branch
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The Public and Safety Information Branch of the Ontario Ministry of Transportation and Communications was formed in 1974, combining the functions of the Information Services Office and the Highway Safety Branch. The branch initially reported to the Right of Way and Services Division but in 1975, administration of the branch was transferred to the Services Division where it stayed until 1977. Between 1978 and 1982 the Communications Division administered the agency. In 1982, the branch was placed under the Deputy Minister. The Public and Safety Information Branch was replaced by the Communications and Public Education Branch, Ontario Ministry of Transportation in 1987.
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The Public and Safety Information Branch disseminated information about Ontario Ministry of Transportation and Communications operations. The branch wrote speeches and statements for ministry officials, organized media conferences, and prepared press releases. It also promoted transportation safety education through the production of information programs including radio and television spots, films, exhibit displays, slide shows, news photos, and periodical publications. The branch represented the Ministry of Transportation and Communications at opening ceremonies relating to transportation safety, arranged a variety of public functions, and aided in the provision of a road reporting service to the motoring public.
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RAD: Rules for Archival Description, 2nd edn (2008)
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2026-11-16: migrated to AtoM
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Sources
KWIC Index to Government Services, 1986-1994; Government of Ontario Telephone Directories 1973-1998; Ministry of Transportation/Transportation and Communications Annual Reports, 1974-1987.
Canadiana Authorities, 1996-12- 24.
Maintenance notes
Archivist(s):
Lisa Singer, Mark Epp