Checkstop

• Winnipeg Checkstop Program: Yields 710 stops, numerous infractions

  Winnipeg's third week of its check stop program resulted in 710 stops and unveiled numerous driving infractions.

  Crime

  Dec 26, 2023
  
• Calgary police mark impaired driving prevention month: ‘Have a plan before you head out’

  With some Calgarians planning another holiday season full of festivities, Calgary police are warning drivers to not get behind the wheel while under the influence.

  Canada

  Nov 30, 2023
  
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• 2 arrests made at checkstops in Kelowna, West Kelowna

  Throughout the month of December, police across Canada will be looking to stop impaired drivers in their tracks with the annual Counter-Attack initiative.

  Crime

  Dec 5, 2022
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• LPS on lookout for impaired driving at Christmas Checkstops

  Lethbridge police and Mothers Against Drunk Driving were out as part of the Christmas Checkstop program, encouraging drivers to drive sober.

  Crime

  Dec 20, 2021
• Lethbridge Police Service Christmas Check Stop Campaign kicks off this weekend

  'Tis the season to be merry, but making sure that's in check when it comes to alcohol. The Lethbridge Police Service announced plans for the 2021 Christmas Check Stop Campaign.

  Crime

  Dec 2, 2021
• 18 vehicles impounded following Saskatoon New Year’s Eve sobriety checkpoint

  According to the Saskatoon Police Service, 13 of the 18 drivers impounded during a News Year's Eve sobriety checkpoint were under the influence of cannabis or cocaine,

  Canada

  Jan 1, 2021
• Calgary police still holding holiday Checkstops despite COVID-19

  The Calgary Police Service says the Checkstop program will look different this year because of the pandemic, but said it will still go ahead.

  Canada

  Dec 17, 2020
• Saskatoon check stop sees 8 vehicles impounded due to impaired driving

  Saskatoon police suspended eight drivers' licences for driving while impaired in downtown Saskatoon on Friday night.

  Canada

  Jul 18, 2020
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• RCMP in southern Alberta call December ‘busy month’ for impaired driving investigations

  RCMP officers in southern Alberta laid several charges over the holiday season related to drinking and driving.

  Crime

  Jan 6, 2020
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• Lethbridge police patrol streets for impaired drivers during holiday season

  Lethbridge police hope holiday checkstops offer a sober reminder to drivers to stay safe this Christmas.

  Canada

  Dec 21, 2019