Charges for impaired driving in Ontario rise 18%, with police campaigns targeting holiday safety.

Charges for impaired driving in northeastern Ontario have risen 18% this year, with 629 drivers charged since January. The OPP's Festive Season Deterrence Campaign, RIDE, aims to prevent impaired driving through increased police presence. A CAA survey found that cannabis use among Ontario drivers is rising, with nearly one in five admitting to driving under its influence. In Ottawa, 752 drivers have been charged with impaired driving-related offenses this year, with police emphasizing the need for safe transportation alternatives during the holidays.

November 28, 2024
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