Leading Pedestrian Intervals
Niagara Region is introducing leading pedestrian intervals at some signalized intersections. This is part of our Vision Zero Initiative.
Leading pedestrian intervals help reduce conflicts between vehicles and pedestrians at intersections.
How leading pedestrian intervals work
Leading pedestrian intervals change traffic signal timing to let pedestrians start crossing before vehicles get a green light. This allows drivers to see pedestrians more easily and reduces pedestrian-vehicle collisions.
To use leading pedestrian intervals, press the "Walk" button at intersections. Pedestrians get a 3-5 second head start with the "Walk" sign while all vehicle lights stay red.
Intersections with leading pedestrian intervals
We installed the first leading pedestrian intervals at the intersection of Welland Avenue (Regional Road 77) and Court Street in St. Catharines.
We will decide on other traffic light locations for pedestrian intervals once we evaluate how it performs at this first location.
Benefits of leading pedestrian intervals
- Benefits of leading pedestrian intervals include:
- Reducing collisions between vehicles and pedestrians
- Increasing pedestrian visibility with a head start into the intersection
- Low implementation cost
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