Yukon RCMP laid several charges over the Thanksgiving weekend for driving behaviours that put road users at risk.

Operation Impact took place from Oct. 6-9.

Police focused on the “Big 4” most risky driving behaviours: aggressive, distracted and impaired driving, and seatbelt use.

In a statement released Wednesday afternoon, police said they laid charges for several of these violations in the territory.

These included seven impaired driving charges in Whitehorse, one of which was against the driver of a tractor-trailer unit.

There were also 106 speeding charges, police said.

165 km/h in a 90 km/h zone

The highest recorded speeds were165 km/h in a 90 km/h zone on the North Klondike Highway near Whitehorse and 151 km/h in a 100 km/h zone just outside of Teslin.

Police also noted four alcohol- or drug-related roadside suspensions, one charge of driving while disqualified or prohibited and one charge of distracted driving.

Each year, Operation Impact takes place over the fall long weekend.

RCMP say this is the time of year when more people are on the roads travelling to see their family and loved ones.

But police note that enforcing safe driving habits is a priority for officers year-round.

Between Jan. 1 and Sept. 30 this year, officers laid 904 speeding charges and 171 impaired operation charges.

Additionally, 102 people were charged for seatbelt violations and 71 people were charged for using an electronic device while driving.

The RCMP are reminding the public that refraining from dangerous driving behaviours can save lives and reduce injuries on roadways.

This includes not driving impaired, using seat belts and child restraints every time you drive, and paying attention at all times.

It also includes not using hand-held mobile devices while driving and avoiding speeding and aggressive driving behaviours that can lead to collisions.