22.5% of 2021 Canadian fatal collisions linked to distracted driving, prompting increased police presence over Victoria Day weekend.

22.5% of fatal collisions in 2021 were linked to distracted driving, according to Transport Canada's National Collision Database. Kelowna RCMP increased police presence over the Victoria Day long weekend, performing random roadside stops and breath tests, with the aim to remove drug or alcohol-impaired drivers. Distracted driving increases risk of collisions as it impairs performance and reduces a driver's awareness.