Crossing Guards

Crossing guards play an important role in assisting children across intersections on their way to and from school. Keeping children safe is a priority for the Municipality of Powassan.

The locations and times for crossing guards is based on several factors, including number of children crossing, gaps in traffic flow, traffic warrant studies and surrounding conditions.

Crossing Guards are trained and have legal authority under the Highway Traffic Act to stop traffic in order to facilitate the safe crossing of our children.

Motorists

• As of January 1, 2016, drivers (including cyclists) must stop and yield the whole roadway at school crossings where there is a crossing guard displaying a school crossing stop sign. (http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/safety/pedestrian-safety.shtml)

• Failing to yield at a pedestrian crossover or school crossing has a possible fine of up to $1,000 and the loss of 4 demerit points. Fines are doubled in Community Safety Zones – near schools and public areas.

• Reduce speeds in school zones.

• Look for signage and be ready to stop at all times.

• Make eye contact with pedestrians.

• Use extra caution when in school zones and areas where children might be walking/playing.

Pedestrians

• Always cross at designated school crossings. Do not cross in the middle of the intersection or between parked cars.

• Wait for the crossing guard to stop traffic and indicate that it is safe to cross.

• Look both ways - ensure traffic has stopped prior to crossing.

• Follow ALL instructions from the crossing guard.

• Be aware of your surroundings.

Current Crossing Guard Location

The Municipality of Powassan currently has 1 crossing guard location. A map of this location and crossing guard times are below:

Morning: 8:00am-8:30am; Afternoon: 2:30pm-3:00pm

For additional information, please contact:

Corporate Services Department, Clerks Office
Municipality of Powassan
250 Clark Street
Powassan, ON P0H 1Z0

clerk@powassan.net

705-724-2813 ext. 224