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12/16/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/16/2025 10:20

Holiday Checkstop Program – Week 2 Results

Released: December 16, 2025 at 10:09 a.m.

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The 2025 Holiday Season Checkstop Program is officially underway and will continue throughout December and into New Year's Eve.

Between December 8-14, 2025, with the assistance of Manitoba RCMP (on December 13th):

  • 547 vehicles were stopped
  • 22 drivers were found to be under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, including:
  • 5 Immediate Roadside Prohibitions (ASD Fail)
  • 1 driver who failed a drug-screening test (ADSE Positive)
  • 16 drivers who registered a WARN

The Winnipeg Police Service wants everyone to have a safe and enjoyable holiday season.

If you plan to drink or consume cannabis, DON'T DRIVE.

Choose a safe alternative including:

The 2025 Festive Season Checkstop Program is supported by Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries.

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