Saskatchewan bans handheld cell use while driving
Saskatchewan enacts a province wide law prohibiting talking or texting while driving. Experienced drivers may use hands free devices, while new GLP drivers cannot use cellphones at all. Violators face a $281 fine and four demerits. emergency calls remain allowed. RCMP say enforcement will include education.
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Canadian provinces tighten bans on handheld phones
Provinces including Quebec Ontario Saskatchewan and British Columbia push laws banning hand held phone use and text messaging while driving with fines from 167 to 280 and demerits. Saskatchewan passed measures in November 2009 with effective dates in January 2010. Manitoba plans a fall 2010 rollout amid broad public support. Saskatoon police chief calls for nationwide restrictions.
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Quebec
Ontario
British Columbia
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Newfoundland
Labrador
June Draude
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Transportatic Ministry
Saskatoon
Missing Binscarth girl seen near Killarney amid search
RCMP continue efforts to locate 16 year old Lisa McCormick who has been sighted in southern Manitoba near Killarney and the Binscarth area. Her mother Kim McCormick says Lisa ran away after Jan 6 and police note limited legal options as she nears adulthood.
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Rembe
Manitoba
Lisa McCormick
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Lisa
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McCormick
Lavallee
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Binscarth School
Pratt
Russell
Kim McCormick
Kim
S. Fine
Killamey
Russell dentist concludes service in town
Dr Domingo Zuniga and Andrea Kiss announce departure from Russell Dental Center after three and a half years. Emergent care will route to Roblin Esterhazy Hamiota and Dauphin Brandon Yorkton until Dr Witzke returns. Care continues through January with a February restart under Dr Witzke.
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Andrea
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Russell
Russell Dental Center
Roblin
Esterhazy
Hamiota
Dauphin
Brandon
Yorkton
Ron Witzke
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