RCMP have already been checking cars throughout this month but with the holidays now officially here, they’re once again reminding residents to not drink and drive.

Special Constable Robert Cleveland with Thompson RCMP says they will continue to carry out their holiday check stop program:

"We’ll be out and about on the streets and hopefully everybody drives safely, and they make wise choices and decisions before getting too carried away with the holiday season here".

Cleveland recommends residents make safe arrangements to get back home, such as a designated driver, taxi, or Operation Red Nose.

Last weekend Operation Red Nose made 57 rides brining in over $1400. They’ll be offering free, safe rides for 2 more nights: this Saturday and New Years Eve.