Using a mobile phone while driving in Saskatchewan (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Saskatchewan bans holding, viewing or manipulating a hand-held phone while driving; experienced drivers may use mounted hands-free phones, but GDL drivers may not. A first offence costs CAD 580 and 4 demerit points; a repeat within a year also brings a seven-day vehicle impoundment.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Holding a phone while driving bannedUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | Yes [1] |
| Hands-free useUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | Allowed with limits [1] |
| Fine, first offence (lowest amount where a range applies)Using a mobile phone while driving a car | 580.00 CAD per offence [2] |
| Penalty points on the licenceUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | 4 points [2] |
| Learner and newly qualified driversUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | Drivers in the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) programme may not use hands-free cellphones or mobile devices either. A 911 call while driving, or a call when parked at the side of the road, is allowed for all drivers. [1] |
Notes
- Allowed for experienced drivers (not in the graduated licensing programme) if activated by voice command or one touch and dashboard, visor or cradle mounted. Hands-free devices are prohibited for drivers in the programme.
- The penalty amounts are those SGI published for 1 February 2020 and include the victim surcharge. The 2026-27 handbook was read and does not restate the amounts.
Sources
- Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI): Saskatchewan Driver's Handbook: Distracted driving (rev. 2026) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI): New Distracted Driving Penalties (backgrounder, penalties effective 1 February 2020) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
Saskatchewan and neighbouring provinces and territories
| Province or territory | Holding a phone while driving banned | Hands-free use | Fine, first offence (lowest amount where a range applies) | Penalty points on the licence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saskatchewan | Banned | Voice or one touch; not for GDL | CAD 580 | 4 points |
| Alberta | Banned | Hands-free allowed | CAD 390 | 3 points |
| Manitoba | Banned | Hands-free allowed | CAD 672 | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Northwest Territories | Banned | Hands-free allowed | CAD 322 (CAD 644 school/work zones) | 3 points |
More rules in Saskatchewan
- CannabisPossession for personal use: Legal within limits (19+) · Growing at home: Yes, up to 4 plants per household
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: Posted limit; 80 km/h if unsigned · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 80 km/h
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 16 (Class 5, after 9 months as a learner) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 16, supervised (15 with driver education)
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Bicycle rules · Minimum age: 14
- Fireworks
- Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes · Current adult minimum wage (gross): $15.70 per hour
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes
- Tobacco and nicotine age limitsMinimum age to buy tobacco: 19 · Minimum age to buy e-cigarettes: 19
- Drinking age and alcohol salesMinimum age to buy beer and wine: 19 · Minimum age to buy spirits: 19
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