Source: CTV News, March 13, 2019 As Ontario schools prepare for a blanket ban on cellphones during class time, the Alberta government says they’re not going to follow suit. In a statement, Alberta’s education minister David Eggen said the province is not considering implementing a similar ban. “Minister Eggen trusts Alberta’s teachers and school boards… Continue reading Cellphones in class: Alberta won’t follow Ontario’s ban
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Ontario to ban cellphones from classrooms
Source: Allison Jones,Canadian Press, March 12, 2019 TORONTO — The Canadian Press has learned that Ontario is set to announce this week that cellphones will be banned in classrooms, starting in the next school year. Some schools already have similar policies, but the province will issue a directive to all public schools for the 2019-20… Continue reading Ontario to ban cellphones from classrooms
Updated cellphone law will ban Sask. drivers from viewing, holding phones
By CBC News, November 1, 2016 Amendment will clarify that ‘using’ includes viewing, manipulating mobile devices The Saskatchewan government is closing a loophole in the rules pertaining to cars and cellphones. Right now it’s illegal to use a cellphone if you’re driving a vehicle. If you get caught, there’s a $280 fine. However, in some… Continue reading Updated cellphone law will ban Sask. drivers from viewing, holding phones