Pedestrian crossovers
A pedestrian crossover is a type of crossing where drivers must come to a full stop to allow pedestrians to safely cross.
Pedestrian crossovers are often on streets between intersections, at roundabouts, or at right-hand turn lanes with specific signs and pavement markings. They are particularly helpful in areas where pedestrian volumes are high and controlled crossings are not convenient or accessible.
Safety tips at pedestrian crossovers
If you’re pedestrian or cyclist crossing the road:
- Push the button to activate crossing lights to make drivers aware of your movements
- Make sure all vehicles stop before you cross and make eye contact with drivers when possible
- If you have a bike, dismount and walk it across the road
If you’re a driver or cyclist approaching a crossover:
- Slow down and watch for pedestrians
- Stop at the appropriate painted lines on the road and don’t pass stopped vehicles
- Wait for all pedestrians to cross the road completely
Rules and fines at crossovers
Drivers must come to a full stop at crossovers to allow pedestrians to cross safely. If you don’t stop completely for pedestrians at a crossover, you can be fined up to $1,000 and issued four demerit points on your driver’s licence. For more information, contact the Ministry of Transportation.
Pedestrian crossovers are part of our Vision Zero goal to build safer, more inclusive streets for everyone.
Contact us
If you have questions about pedestrian crossovers or signals, or want to report a pedestrian signal on a City road that’s not working properly, call 311 (905-615-4311 outside City limits).
If you have a question or concern about a pedestrian signal on a regional road, contact the Region of Peel.