More than 50% of collisions between pedestrians and vehicles happen when drivers are turning into an intersection while pedestrians are crossing with the right-of-way.
Let’s work together to stay safe while sharing the road.
Safety tips if you’re walking
- Always cross at pedestrian crosswalks or crossovers. Avoid crossing anywhere else.
- Always press the pedestrian pushbutton. Pressing this button will activate the ‘Walk’ signal and give you more time to cross.
- Stop, look, and listen before crossing, even when it’s your turn to cross.
- Where possible, make eye contact with drivers to ensure they see you before you proceed.
- Avoid distractions like texting, cellphones, and headphones when crossing the street.
- Once the ‘Don’t Walk’ hand signal starts flashing, you can finish crossing, but don’t begin to cross. Wait for the next ‘Walk’ signal.
- Pedestrians can be hard to see at night, dawn, and dusk. When walking, wear bright clothing or reflective materials so others can see you.
For safety tips and guidance on using road infrastructure across Peel region, visit road safety.
Resources
Teacher kit
Pedestrian Safety Month activities
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