Alberta RCMP to increase traffic enforcement over May long weekend

Olds, Alta. — Police are reminding motorists to make safe choices on the road as the May long weekend approaches.

The Alberta RCMP will be conducting increased traffic enforcement throughout the long weekend, targeting behaviours most linked to serious and fatal collisions. Those include impaired driving, speeding, distracted driving and failure to wear seatbelts.

Traffic volume typically increases over the Victoria Day long weekend as people travel to seasonal properties and attend events. Officers will be deployed in marked and unmarked vehicles, with a focus on patrols, check stops and targeted enforcement in high‑risk locations.

The enforcement period aligns with Canada Road Safety Week; a Canada-wide initiative aimed at reducing collisions and saving lives by promoting safe driving behaviour.

Police are reminding drivers to take the following steps to help prevent collisions:

• Plan for a safe ride home if alcohol, cannabis or other impairing substances are part of the weekend.
• Obey posted speed limits and adjust for road and weather conditions.
• Stay focused behind the wheel by putting phones and other distractions away.
• Ensure everyone is properly restrained, including children in the correct car or booster seats.

Anyone who observes dangerous driving is encouraged to contact police when it is safe to do so. For more road safety tips, follow us on X @RCMPAlberta or on Facebook: RCMPinAlberta.