Effective September 1, 2011, restricts drivers from:

using hand-held cell phones

texting or e-mailing

using electronic devices like laptop computers, video games, cameras, video entertainment displays and programming

portable audio players (e.g., MP3 players)

entering information on GPS units

reading printed materials in the vehicle

writing, printing or sketching, and

personal grooming

Complements the current driving without due care and attention legislation

Applies to all vehicles as defined by the Traffic Safety Act, including bicycles

Applies to all roads in both urban and rural areas of the province

The fine for this new offence is $172...