Distracted Driving
_848x480_1442811459786.jpg?w=180&quality=70&strip=all)
Peterborough Police crack down on distracted drivers in February
By Mark Giunta Videographer, Backup News & Sports Anchor
Driving while holding a communication device carries a $615 fine, three demerit points and an automatic three-day licence suspension, upon conviction. Continue reading
Lethbridge Police Service taking part in provincewide campaign targeting distracted drivers
By Chris Chacon Videographer
Sending an important text message or looking at your latest social media notice could cost you: the penalty in Alberta is a fine of $287 and three demerits. Continue reading
Senior hit with Manitoba’s first seven-day ban for distracted driving
A man in his 60s has been issued the first seven-day driver’s licence suspension for using a smartphone while driving. Continue reading
Toronto police to launch rush hour blitz on vehicles blocking lanes
Mayor John Tory said he hopes police will be “relentless” in their enforcement. Continue reading
Bob Layton: Do you text while driving?
Bob Layton asks, will higher penalties mean fewer distracted driving deaths? Continue reading
‘They’re addicted’: Saskatoon leading province in cell phone driving tickets
By Ryan Kessler Reporter
Saskatoon police and Regina police accounted for roughly 70 per cent of cell phone tickets handed out to drivers in 2018. Continue reading
Fewer road deaths in Quebec in 2018, according to Sûreté du Québec
By Rachel Lau Online Producer - Quebec
There were fewer road deaths in Quebec in last year, according to Quebec provincial police. Continue reading
Should Alberta adopt similar distracted driving legislation as Ontario?
Alberta drivers are voicing their desire for the province to implement stricter distracted driving penalties, similar to those passed in Ontario. Continue reading
%20STILL.jpg?w=180&quality=70&strip=all)
On-duty rideshare driver among 22 charged with impaired driving over holidays: York police
York Regional Police say an on-duty rideshare driver was among the 22 drivers charged with impaired driving from Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day. Continue reading
RCMP, Winnipeg police wrap up 2018 check stops
Manitoba RCMP stopped 4,000 vehicles during their check stops, resulting in 21 people being charged with impaired driving. Continue reading