Crosswalks

Crosswalks are an essential part of our community’s transportation network, supporting accessible and convenient pedestrian travel.

Crosswalk Enhancement Program

The first phase of the City's Crosswalk Enhancement Program was completed in 2024, which included the installation of new safety features at 29 locations to create safer, more accessible and sustainable ways for residents and visitors to get around. The program has continued in 2025, with over 30 crossing locations upgraded so far in 2025 and another 15 planned before the end of the year. These improvements will help create more sustainable ways for residents to get around, with a focus on routes to schools and high-traffic areas.

2024 & 2025 Crosswalk Enhancement Map

View a map of the locations of all completed and planned crosswalk enhancements for 2024 and 2025.

2024 & 2025 Crosswalk Enhancements Map

Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon

Over the course of 2024 and 2025 over 50 crossing locations were upgraded to with solar-powered, pedestrian-activated Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs). The installations were prioritized at locations identified as high-traffic or safety-priority areas, such as schools and community centres. 

Leading Pedestrian Interval

Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) signals were activated at eight locations since 2024. LPI’s are a proven traffic safety measure at applicable intersections that provide pedestrians with a head start to cross before vehicles move, improving visibility and reducing risks. LPIs are part of a growing trend in Canadian municipalities to enhance pedestrian safety. 

Evaluation of Pedestrian Crossings

In 2024, following a technical assessment of the City's current practices for evaluating new and existing crosswalk locations, a revised approach was implemented. Key improvements include: 

  • Evaluation of Proposed Crossing Locations: Evaluated using national best practices from the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) Pedestrian Crossing Control Guide. Key criteria include pedestrian and traffic volumes, crossing demand, proximity to existing crossings, and nearby land use. 
  • Evaluation of Existing Crossing Locations: Enhanced with RRFBs at high-priority sites and prioritized based on pedestrian and vehicle volumes, as well as network connectivity. 

Crosswalk Requests

Residents can help identify areas that could benefit from improved pedestrian safety features by submitting a Report a Concern form at MapleRidge.ca/Report.

Requests will be considered based on the evaluation criteria and the other locations that have been prioritized.

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