Walking and cycling safety

Walking safety

Pedestrians face a higher risk at signalized intersections:

  • 89% of pedestrian collisions are at signalized intersections
  • 56% of pedestrians who are hit by vehicles have the right of way
  • 1 in 3 pedestrian collisions are caused by a turning vehicle

Whether driving or walking, stay alert at intersections. Before you enter a crosswalk, do the extra sec check:

  1. Take an extra second to check the traffic signals
  2. Look left, right and straight ahead to make sure the way is clear
  3. Give everyone a safe journey - including you!

Walking safety infographic

Cycling safety

Cycling collisions are most common at signalized intersections:

  • 74% of cycling collisions happen at intersections
  • 58% of those collisions occur in the crosswalk

Before you bike through an intersection, do the extra sec check:

  • Take a second to check the traffic signals
  • Look over your left shoulder and ahead for turning vehicles
  • Continue to watch for vehicles as you ride through

Drivers, expect and respect cyclists at every intersection:

  • Always look for cyclists before you turn left or right
  • Always check your blind spot for bicycles before changing lanes
  • Always give one metre of space to cyclists

Cycling safety infographic

Contact Us

Region of Waterloo
150 Frederick St.
Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4J3
Telephone: 519-575-4400
Fax: 519-575-4481

For general inquiries:
Regionalinquiries@regionofwaterloo.ca