Region of Peel – Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. Peel Regional Police has said it is committed to lowering the number of deaths and injuries on our roads.
A balance of education and enforcement initiatives, while working with community members and road safety partners, can make a difference.
As we begin to see cooler temperatures, the sun rises later on in the morning and it begins to get darker earlier on at the end of the day.
This impacts all road users, especially when it comes to visibility and being seen if you are
walking, cycling, or driving to your destination.
On Friday, September 25, 2020, Peel Regional Police have partnered again with Oxford Properties, Sheridan College, Mississauga Transit, City of Mississauga and Go Transit to educate all road users travelling in and around the Square One area, on how they can do their part to keep all road users safe.
Drivers can pledge to give their full attention while driving, slow down and to obey the rules of the road.
‘Take The Pledge’ by visiting PeelPolice.ca/TakeThePledge Cyclists can pledge to adhere to the rules of the road including all traffic signs and signals and to clearly communicate their
intentions by using hand signals.
Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable of road users and are reminded that they play the biggest role in ensuring their own safety; they can pledge to be fully aware, at all times, of their own actions and the movement of vehicles in their vicinity.
It is imperative that cyclists, pedestrians and motorists alike be extra vigilant around school
zones, intersections, crosswalks and public transit stops. Meanwhile, Peel Regional Police has collaborated with York Regional Police, Toronto Police Service and the Ontario Provincial Police to address a recent uptick in illegal street racing activities, including drifting, stunting and dangerous driving.
As a result, police will be increasing patrols in and around known street racing locations throughout the Greater Toronto Area.
As well, officers will be implementing a zero-tolerance approach when dealing with any vehicle investigated for illegal street racing.
Peel Regional Police is committed to lowering the number of deaths and injuries on our roads by working with our road safety partners.
This collaborative proactive response will ensure our streets remain a safe place for citizens to travel.
For more information on the rules of the road, please visit Ontario, Ministry of Transportation website.