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Brampton councillor wants province to crack down on scam driving schools

Brampton City Council, led by Coun. Rowena Santos, is addressing road safety concerns by targeting fraudulent driving schools and unqualified drivers. A 2023 Ontario Auditor General report highlighted weak oversight of driver training, risking public safety. Santos cited alarming traffic violation stats and Brampton’s ranking as a dangerous city for drivers. Her motion calls for provincial action and local investigations to ensure safer roads in Brampton.