Slow DownSigns for Schools

Keeping our roadways and neighbourhoods safe is a shared responsibility. You can also do your part by getting involved in this worthwhile community initiative.

This year, we’re pleased to continue offering FREE “Slow Down Please” lawn signs* to anyone living in South Central Ontario. When well-placed, these signs aim to make roads safer for children and those living in the community.

Slow Downsigns for Neighborhoods

Inform patients of spaces within your medical facility that are restricted to medical staff with restricted area signs. Posting restricted area warning signs help uphold safety and privacy, and all restricted access signs feature blue and red graphics set upon a white background.

More recently, a CAA poll released on December 29, 2020, found that speeding, aggressive behaviour and mobile phone use were among the most prevalent issues observed. The poll also revealed that 56% of Canadians have seen an increase in one or more unsafe driving behaviours since September, compared with earlier in the pandemic. More than one third of Canadians (35%) said they have seen an increase in drivers speeding, while 32% reported more aggressive driving and 30% said they have noticed more drivers using their mobile phone behind the wheel.

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The CAA Slow Down Please lawn sign program will be discontinued at the end of 2023. Thank you for all your support, and for being an advocate in your community.

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Starting July 5, 2021, you can pick up a maximum of two signs from your local CAA Store, while quantities last. Always remember to check local city bylaws before installing signs on private property.

Remember, the faster you drive, the greater the risk of collision and the more severe that collision is likely to be. So, it’s important to drive with extra caution and obey speed limits when driving through residential areas and community safety zones. These are the places where our families and children live and play.

Longer days and sunnier skies present plenty of opportunities to get out and about. With people enjoying the fresh air and exercising outdoors, there will be an increase in foot and cycling traffic. That’s why CAA is reminding motorists to drive safely, especially through residential neighbourhoods.

Speeding is one of the leading causes of traffic collisions in Ontario. According to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, almost 20% of all people killed on Ontario roads in 2017 died in collisions where speed was a contributing factor. Approximately two out of every three speed-related fatal and injury collisions happened on municipal roads.