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Big changes coming for drivers as Canada bans handheld devices nationwide

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As of July 1, drivers across Canada face tougher rules when it comes to distracted driving. A new nationwide law will ban the use of any handheld electronic devices while driving—including phones, tablets, gaming consoles, and GPS units—unless they are mounted and voice-activated. The law aims to close loopholes and create uniform rules from coast to coast. Drivers caught breaking the law could face heavy fines, demerit points, and even license …
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NorfolkToday.ca broke the news in on Friday, July 11, 2025.
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