P.E.I. RCMP urge boaters to remember impaired driving laws while on the water Prince Edward Island RCMP are urging Islanders to always wear a life jacket while boating, and follow boating rules, as this week marks National Drowning Prevention Week. Social Sharing RCMP Sgt. Chris Gunn says punishment for impaired driving on the water is the same on the road CBC News · RCMP Sgt. Chris Gunn speaks about boat safety for National Drowning Prevention Week. CBC News PEI8 hours ago 6:35'The critical moments when somebody goes in the water, the life jacket gives us that little extra time,' Gunn told CBC News: Compass host Louise Martin.6:35