Ontario School Bus Driver Charged Following Crash Near Seaforth Golf Course

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges following a collision involving a school bus and an SUV near Seaforth Golf Course — a golf course north of London — on April 27, 2026.

What Happened?

• The incident took place at the intersection of Kippen Road and Mill Road in Egmondville shortly after 9am ET on April 27.
• Officials confirmed that there were no students on board the school bus at the time of the collision.
• The SUV driver was assessed for injuries by paramedics and cleared at the scene.

Investigation Updates

OPP charged the school bus driver with careless driving under the province’s Highway Traffic Act.

🔔 Investigators are asking anyone with information on the incident, including cellphone or dashcam footage, to contact them.

Car Accident Near You? What to Do

Following an incident like this in Ontario, you should:

1. Avoid the accident area so that officials can safely investigate.
2. Reduce speed appropriately when passing emergency vehicles.
3. Remain vigilant when travelling past the accident area.

Your Rights After a Car Accident in Ontario

If you’re injured in a car accident in Ontario — whether as a driver, passenger, cyclist, or pedestrian — you may be entitled to:

• Accident benefits under the province’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS).
• Additional compensation through a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Ontario imposes strict timelines — some insurer deadlines are days after an accident. Speak to an Ontario personal injury lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP before accepting a settlement.