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Rowena Santos calls for provincial action to improve road safety and address unqualified drivers

Brampton City Council is urging the province to address fraudulent driving schools and tighten driver training standards. Councillor Rowena Santos highlighted alarming road safety statistics and gaps in the Ministry of Transportation’s oversight. Fraudulent practices, including cash-for-certifications schemes, are contributing to unqualified drivers on the roads. Santos’ motion, backed by council, aims to improve road safety by targeting hotspots and strengthening regulations.