Only when pedestrians and school crossing guards are safely on the sidewalk, can drivers and cyclists proceed.
The new rules do not apply to pedestrian crosswalks at intersections with stop signs or traffic signals, unless a school crossing guard is present.
Drivers are subject to fines of $150 to $500 and 3 demerit points for crosswalk offences. The penalty for running a red light -- another practice that puts pedestrians at risk -- is $200 to $1,000.
Fines are doubled in Community Safety Zones, near schools and public areas. These areas are clearly marked with signs.
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| Drivers and cyclists must wait until pedestrians have completed crossed the road. |
