Six provinces have imposed bans on using hand-held devices, such as cellphones and other wireless devices, while driving. But do they include portable GPS devices as part of their legislation? Here is the breakdown:
BRITISH COLUMBIA
B.C.'s new law banning use of cell phones while driving came into effect on January 1, 2010. GPS devices are included. You cannot program your GPS while driving. The fine is $167.
NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR
A ban on use of hand-held cellphones while driving has been in effect since 2003. The ban does NOT include GPS, but programming GPS devices while driving does fall under another section of the Highway Traffic Act: "Distracted Driving" which includes distractions like eating, drinking, changing a music player etc.
NOVA SCOTIA
A ban on use of hand-held cellphones while driving has been in effect since 2008. The programming of GPS devices while driving is not covered in the ban.
ONTARIO
Bill 118 came into effect in October 26, 2009, which bans the use of hand-held devices while driving, including GPS. GPS is allowed for "navigation purposes only". It is against the law to program GPS while driving in Ontario. The fine is up to $500.
QUEBEC
A ban on use of cellphones while driving came into effect in 2008. It is not illegal to program GPS devices while driving.
SASKATCHEWAN
A new law came into effect on January 1, 2010, banning the use of cell phones while driving. The ban does not include programming GPS devices while driving.
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