Distracted driving is one of the most dangerous things a person can do while behind the control of a motor vehicle. And the Toronto police have kicked off a campaign which will focus on drivers who are texting while driving.

Any drivers caught using a mobile phone without a hands-free Bluetooth connected device or anyone who uses their phone while they are operating the vehicle can face stiff fines of $1,000 to $2,000 in some cases, with a three or even a six demerit point penalty.

The week-long campaign is called:

That Text or Call Could End it It All

The Toronto Police, are using a service hearse to stress the real dangers about distracted drivers. This kind of dangerous driving is fast becoming the No. 1 cause of deaths on Canadian roads and highways. There still remain a few drivers on roads who choose to text and drive despite the increased penalties for doing so and the possible tragic outcomes. According to police distracted driving includes more than just a mobile device. People can cause motor accidents if they are putting on makeup, reading, fiddling with the radio and anything else that will cause a driver to take their eyes off the road.