<P> In 1921 , the Parliament of Canada first created a summary conviction offence for drinking and driving , called `` driving while intoxicated '' . At the time , the courts interpreted intoxication to mean substantial inebriation , and more than just being under the influence of alcohol . The minimum penalty for the first offence was seven days in jail . The minimum penalty for the second offence was one month in jail . The minimum penalty for a third offence was three months in jail . </P>
<P> In 1921 , the Parliament of Canada first created a summary conviction offence for drinking and driving , called `` driving while intoxicated '' . At the time , the courts interpreted intoxication to mean substantial inebriation , and more than just being under the influence of alcohol . The minimum penalty for the first offence was seven days in jail . The minimum penalty for the second offence was one month in jail . The minimum penalty for a third offence was three months in jail . </P>
when did drinking and driving become illegal in canada
when did drinking and driving become illegal in canada
1921
1921