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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 several new crossovers, with plans to add more in the near future.

Types of Pedestrian Crossovers

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.

Pedestrian Crossover - Type D

John Street South, near Stratford General Hospital
Mornington Street at Delamere Avenue

Pedestrian Crossover, description follows image
  • Crossing is marked by a "ladder"
  • Clear place for motorists and cyclists to stop
  • Roadside signs

Pedestrian Crossover - Type C

Forman Avenue at Oakdale Avenue
Downie Street at Bruce Street

Pedestrian Crossover, description follows image

  • Crossing is marked by a "ladder"
  • Clear place for motorists and cyclists to stop
  • Roadside signs, push bottons and flashing lights

Pedestrian Crossover - Type B

Romeo Street at Christopher Plummer Drive/Verona Park
Romeo Street at McCarthy Road
Lorne Avenue at St. Vincent Street
O'Loane Avenue near bus stop south of Sobey's entrance

Pedestrian Crossover, description follows image

  • Crossing is marked by a "ladder"
  • Clear place for motorists and cyclists to stop
  • Roadside signs, push buttons, flashing lights and overhead signs

(Illustrations Courtesy of MTO, © Queen’s Printer for Ontario, 2019)

Responsibilities

Drivers, pedestrians and cyclists all have responsibilities when approaching a pedestrian crossover.

Drivers

  • Stop behind the yield line when pedestrians want to cross
  • Make eye contact so pedestrians see you
  • Wait until the pedestrian completely crosses the road

Pedestrians

  • Push the button (if available)
  • Wait for traffic to stop both ways
  • Make eye contact to ensure drivers see you

Cyclists

  • When riding with traffic, follow rules for drivers
  • When crossing, follow rules for pedestrians; dismount and walk your bike across

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.

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