The Canadian government "soon" will allow passengers to use personal electronic devices during takeoff and landing, following a similar
decision by U.S. authorities. "Passengers will soon be able to use portable electronic devices such as cameras, electronic games, tablets and computers during all phases of flight," Transport Canada announced on Monday. Before Canada clears passengers to use electronic devices during takeoff and landing, air carriers first must "demonstrate that their aircraft are not affected by the use of the devices and that during critical phases of flight and during emergencies, all passengers are aware of and able to follow crew instructions," according to the announcement.