West District Traffic Blitz Yields 101 Charges - 87% were speeding offences
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, November 9, 2026 12:55 p.m.
Ottawa — Members of the Ottawa Police Service West District Traffic Unit conducted a targeted traffic enforcement blitz throughout the weekend, focusing on speeding and other high-risk driving behaviours on major roadways across Ottawa.
Using data-led intelligence, officers deployed to locations identified through collision data, traffic complaints, community concerns, and enforcement trends. These targeted initiatives ensure police resources are focused on areas where dangerous driving behaviours pose the greatest risk to public safety.
The operation resulted in 101 Provincial Offence Notices (PONs), for a total of 101 enforcement actions.
Enforcement Results
Charges Issued (101)
- Speeding: 88
- Drive Handheld Communication Device: 4
- Drive Motor Vehicle, Fail to Display Two Plates: 2
- No Currently Valid Permit: 2
- Use Plate Not Authorized for Vehicle: 1
- Fail to Surrender Permit for Motor Vehicle: 1
- Red Light, Fail to Stop: 1
- Fail to Surrender Insurance Card: 1
- Fail to Stop at Stop Sign / Stop Wrong Place: 1
Addressing Dangerous Driving Behaviours
This enforcement initiative comes at a critical time for road safety in Ottawa. The city has recorded 32 traffic-related fatalities resulting from 23 fatal collisions in 2026, making this the deadliest year on Ottawa's roads in more than a decade.
Excessive speed continues to be one of the leading contributing factors in serious and fatal collisions. The weekend enforcement results reinforce this concern, with 88 speeding charges accounting for 87% of all charges laid during the blitz.
The Ottawa Police Service continues to see serious and fatal collisions linked to:
- Excessive speeding
- Distracted driving
- Impaired driving
- Aggressive driving behaviours
- Failure to obey traffic control devices
- Reduced adherence to pedestrian and school crossing safety
Commitment to Safer Roads
"These results demonstrate that dangerous driving behaviours continue to be a significant concern on our roadways. Through data-led enforcement, we are focusing our efforts where the risk to public safety is greatest. While enforcement is an important tool, our ultimate goal is voluntary compliance and preventing serious injury and loss of life. Every traffic stop is an opportunity to change behaviour before a tragedy occurs." - Sgt. Stephane Fournier, West District Traffic
The Ottawa Police Service remains committed to targeted enforcement, education, and community engagement initiatives aimed at improving road safety and reducing preventable collisions.
Road Safety Reminders
- Obey posted speed limits.
- Slow down in residential neighbourhoods, school zones, and community safety zones.
- Put mobile devices away while driving.
- Never drive impaired.
- Stop completely at red lights and stop signs.
- Ensure your licence, permit, insurance, and vehicle registration are valid and readily available.
- Always wear your seatbelt and ensure passengers are properly restrained.
The Ottawa Police Service will continue conducting intelligence-led traffic enforcement initiatives throughout the city to improve road safety and reduce preventable injuries and fatalities.
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