Holiday service giving people a safe ride home launches 2024 campaign [Video]

Despite a shaky start, Operation Red Nose will be there this holiday season to give people and their vehicles a safe ride home in eight Manitoba communities.

On Friday, the volunteer-run organization launched its 2024 campaign in Winnipeg.

This year, Operation Red Nose will be giving rides from November 29 to December 31 in Flin Flon, Gimli, Portage la Prairie, La Broquerie/Steinbach, Saint-Malo, The Pas, and Thompson.

“Hundreds of volunteers, along with provincial and local sponsors, make offering this program a success year after year,” said Ron Janzen, president and CEO of Safety Services Manitoba. “Road safety, volunteerism, and giving back to our communities all come together with this special holiday service.” 

Last week, Operation Red Nose volunteer media liaison Elisha Dacey told CTV News a major funding shortfall was filled through the generosity of Winnipeggers and the costs of providing the service could be covered. She said about $100,000 …