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Operation Red Nose (ORN) has helped Manitobans get home safely over the holidays for more than 27 years.
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Thi season, 1,418 volunteers gave 2,210 rides throughout eight communities across Manitoba. Contributions were a little less than $50,000, which will be donated to local youth organizations in Manitoba.
When someone calls ORN, a three-person volunteer driving team picks up the caller and their guests and drives them home in their own vehicle. It is a free, volunteer-run, designated driver service.
“Our goal with this holiday season partnership is to prevent impaired driving accidents in a non-judgmental manner by enabling communities to provide this free and confidential service,” said Ron Jansen, President and CEO of Safety Services Manitoba. “We are incredibly fortunate to have MPI’s support, not only with Operation Red Nose but also in our many joint initiatives throughout the calendar year.”
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Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) has a long and successful history as the founding sponsor of ORN. They are committed to support road safety awareness and the prevention of alcohol and drug related accidents.
Donations are gratefully accepted and support a variety of Manitoba organizations. “MPI has been a proud supporter of Operation Red Nose for more than two decades,” said Jatana. “Local host organizations and volunteers across the province work together to offer this reliable and responsible option to keep our roads safe while getting Manitobans home during the holiday season. We look forward to continuing to support ORN in 2025.”
For more information about the program, please visit rednosemb.ca
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