News Release: June 4, 2019
Peel adds red light cameras to more locations across the region
The program has been effective in reducing right-angle accidents and injuries at intersections
BRAMPTON, ON. (June 4, 2019) – The Region has added red light cameras (RLC) at five intersections across Peel, bringing the total to 33 locations.
Red light cameras are installed at intersections as a safety measure and have shown to be an effective tool in reducing right-angle collisions and injuries.
RLCs are intended to remind drivers to slow down and avoid running red lights. The camera photographs the license plate of a vehicle that does not stop at the light and a ticket is issued by mail, to the vehicle owner.
Most recent reported statistics showed fatalities and personal injuries resulting from right-angle collisions were reduced by 81.8 per cent at 10 intersections in the direction where RLCs were installed. There was a 44.8 per cent reduction for all collision types at those intersections.
“The Region is committed to improving road safety in Peel,” said Gary Kocialek, Director of Transportation at the Region of Peel. “We’ve adopted the Vision Zero framework where no loss of life is acceptable. Our Vision Zero Road Safety Strategic plan outlines the vision, goals, and action plan to create safer roads, by reducing, and ultimately eliminating, motor vehicle collisions – The Red Light Camera program is a key example of a safety initiative aimed at stopping people from getting hurt or dying in motor vehicle collisions.”
The intersections where the RLCs have been added are:
- Derry Road West and Syntex Drive / Syntex Court
- Queensway East and Camilla Road
- Britannia Road West and Grossbeak Drive / Delle Donne Drive
- Britannia Road West and Tillsdown Dr / River Grove Avenue
- Cawthra Road and Atwater Avenue
For a complete list of locations with red light cameras, visit peelregion.ca
Media Contacts
Gloria Leonardis
Communication Specialist,
Region of Peel
905-791-7800, ext. 4667
Cell 905-460-7547
About Peel Region
In 2024, Peel Region marks its 50th anniversary. Peel Region works with residents and partners to create a healthy, safe, and connected Community for Life for approximately 1.5 million people and over 200,000 businesses in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon. Peel's services touch the lives of residents every day. For more information explore peelregion.ca and follow us on X @regionofpeel and Instagram @peelregion.ca.
On December 13, 2023, the Ontario government announced that Peel Region will not be dissolved, and that Bill 112 legislation will be updated to reflect service delivery in Peel. Services for residents and businesses will continue without interruption. For updates and more information, visit Peel's transition page.
