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Road Safety

New Impaired Driving Rules


New rules for drivers convicted of impaired driving with a blood alcohol level over .08 and a child under 16 is in the car.

School Zone Safety


To make school zones safer, the speed limit is being reduced.

Road Safety Brochures


It's everyone's responsibility;
Speeding Brochure
Impairment & Fatigue Brochure
Seatbelts & Car Seats Brochure
Driver Distraction Brochure

Cannabis impaired driving

How cannabis impairs driving ability, dangers of driving high, penalties for impaired driving in Nova Scotia.

Transportation Guidelines
for Nova Scotia Farmers

The Nova Scotia Transportation Guidelines for Farmers Guidebook reflect current regulation changes.

Guide to Nova Scotia Trucking
Rules and Regulations

Guide to Nova Scotia Trucking Rules and Regulations - Professional Driver’s Edition

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