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London Police Join Operation Impact for Thanksgiving Weekend Road Safety
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Operation Impact Enforcement Over the Long Weekend
Police agencies across London and southwestern Ontario are intensifying traffic enforcement during the Thanksgiving weekend as part of Operation Impact, a national campaign that runs from Friday through Monday. Officers will target impaired, distracted and aggressive driving, speeding and seat-belt violations. The London Police Service and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will patrol highways, rural roads, trails and waterways, focusing on behaviours that can lead to serious or fatal collisions.
Background and Recent Statistics
In 2025, Canadian police services reported more than 123,000 Criminal Code traffic offences, including nearly 67,400 alcohol- and drug-impaired driving offences, according to Statistics Canada. Dangerous driving was linked to 139 fatal collisions and 556 collisions causing bodily harm that year. The OPP notes that Thanksgiving weekend historically records the second-highest number of road fatalities among Ontario’s long weekends over the past decade, with 13 deaths in OPP jurisdictions last year. Alcohol and drug use have been identified as the leading factors in those fatalities, while failure to use safety equipment such as seatbelts, helmets and lifejackets also contributed.
Official Statements & Responses
Staff Sgt. Police also advise motorists to plan ahead, obey posted speed limits, ensure all passengers are restrained, and arrange a safe ride home if alcohol is involved.
Data and Safety Recommendations
- Impaired driving offences: ~67,400 nationwide (2025).
- Fatal collisions linked to dangerous driving: 139 (2025).
- OPP Thanksgiving-weekend fatalities: 13 (previous year).
Drivers are reminded that fatigue can impair vehicle operation and that safe-ride options are available for those planning to drink.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Every serious collision leaves a lasting impact on families and our community,” — Staff Sgt. Anderson — Staff Sgt. Anderson