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• RNC to increase patrols during the holidays with a focus on impaired driving

  There will be checkpoints, radar enforcement and traffic safety stops to help ensure those behind the wheel are sober.

• Jim Fidler is out with a Christmas song he wrote 15 years ago

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• RCMP encourage everyone to put safety first during the holidays

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• Applications are open for the Multiculturalism Grant Program, up to $1500 available for qualifiers

  The program helps schools, organizations and communities deliver events and activities that create welcoming and inclusive environments, strengthen diversity and support newcomer retention throughout the province.