Pedestrian Crossovers (PXOs)

Pedestrian Crossovers are designated areas that allow pedestrians to safely cross roads where vehicles must yield to pedestrians when crossing. Pedestrian Crossovers are identified by specific signs and pavement markings. In some cases, but not always, they may also have pedestrian activated flashing beacons.

At Pedestrian Crossovers equipped with flashing beacons, pedestrians may push a button to make the beacon flash to enhance driver’s awareness that they will be crossing. 

It is the responsibility of both drivers and pedestrians to understand and follow the rules at Pedestrian Crossovers.

Pedestrian crossovers are identified by specific signs and pavement markings. Some have illuminated overhead lights/warning signs, pedestrian push buttons and flashing beacons. There are four types of pedestrian crossovers in Ontario.

Level 1, Type “A”

Level 2, Type “B”

Level 2, Type “C”

Level 2, Type “D”

Drivers and cyclists will be fined $150 to $500 with 3 demerit points for failing to yield for pedestrians at pedestrian crossovers.

Cyclists can be fined $85 for failing to dismount and walk their bicycle when crossing a pedestrian crossover.

Pedestrians can be fined $35 for leaving the curb or other place of safety at a pedestrian crossover and walking, running or moving into the path of a vehicle that is so close that it is impracticable for the driver of the vehicle to stop safely.