October 26, 2009 ... that's the day when driving while holding a cell phone to your ear becomes illegal in Ontario.

Don't worry though ... you still have 3 months until February 1, 2010 before you will actually get a fine for doing it. If you do get fined, be prepared to pay up to $500.

Statistics:

• Drivers are 4x more likely to get into an accident while driving and using a cell phone. Texting is even more dangerous.
• Drivers are still allowed to use a hand held cell phone to dial 911 for emergencies
• Emergency workers such as police, paramedics, and fire fighters are exempt from this ban while on duty.
• The worst offenders of cell phone usage while driving are drivers under the age of 35.

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