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Safe ride program returns

Proceeds from Operation Red Nose campaign in New West, Burnaby, TriCities support KidSport
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New Year's Eve is the busiest night for the Operation Red Nose service.

Holiday revellers take note, Operation Red Nose is once again cruising the streets of New Westminster helping folks get home safe.

Starting this Friday, volunteers in red vests will be out and about picking up anyone in need of a ride home after one too many libations of the alcoholic variety. Unlike taxi services, Operation Red Nose volunteers pick you up and drive you back in your own car.

The service will be available from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. on Nov. 25 and 26, and Dec. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17 and on New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31.

This is the fourth year the service has been offered in New Westminster. Last year, Operation Red Nose volunteers provided 285 rides to folks in the Royal City and neighbouring Burnaby. Rides are by donation with all proceeds going towards KidSport. Last year’s campaign raised more than $9,000, which allowed 125 kids to participate in a full season of organized sports.

Operation Red Nose is also looking for volunteers. Anyone interested must complete a criminal record check before submitting an application. For more information or to download an application, go to https://operationrednosetricities.com.

If you need a safe ride home on any of the nights Operation Red Nose is in service, call 778-866-6673.