Pedestrian crossovers are a safe way for pedestrians to cross the road. By law, drivers (including cyclists) must stop and yield to pedestrians that are ready to cross. Crossovers have signs and pavements markings indicating where drivers must stop, and sometimes have additional signs, push buttons and flashing lights.
As a safety measure for pedestrians, the City of Stratford has recently installed two new crossovers - one on John Street just south of Cambria Street (near the Stratford General Hospital) and the other on Romeo Street at Verona Park.
There are 3 types of crossovers in Stratford, and they all follow the same rules. However, some have additional safety features based on traffic volume and sightlines.
(John Street South, near Stratford General Hospital)
(Forman Avenue at Oakdale Avenue)
(Romeo Street at Christopher Plummer Drive/Verona Park)
(Illustrations Courtesy of MTO, © Queen’s Printer for Ontario, 2019)
Drivers, pedestrians and cyclists all have responsibilities when approaching a pedestrian crossover.
Drivers and cyclists who do not follow the rules at pedestrian crossovers may face fines of up to $1,000. Drivers may also face 4 demerit points.
More information about pedestrian crossings is available on the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO) website at http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/safety/pedestrian-safety.shtml#q9