Traffic Technology at Intersections
Dual Mode Antenna
The dual mode antenna sends traffic signal, traffic video and Bluetooth reader information back to the Roads and Traffic Operations Centre.
Traffic Control Signals
Red, amber and green signals to direct traffic. Read more ...
Pedestrian Push Button
When pressed will display pedestrian signal. Read more ...
Red Light Camera
Installed to photograph motorists running red lights. Read more...
Street Lights
Provides lighting during periods of low light.
Traffic Camera
Remote video monitoring to respond to incidents. Video is not recorded, live feed only. Read more ...
Pedestrian Signals
Pedestrian right of way is detected and displayed visually and audibly. The countdown shows how much time is remaining to cross the street. Read more ...
Controller Cabinet
Cabinet that holds the traffic signal control equipment.
Automated Speed Enforcement
A system that uses a camera and speed measurement device to enforce speed limits in school areas. Read more...
Vehicle Detectors
Video Detection
Pole mounted cameras to detect the presence of vehicles.
Underground Detection Loops
Cables embedded in the roadway to detect the presence of vehicles.
Radar Image Detection
Pole mounted vehicle detection using radar imaging.
Transit and Emergency Vehicle Detectors
Optical GPS and Radio
Detects transit vehicles using optical GPS and radio, changes the signal to provide the right of way.
Optical Infrared
Detects fire, ambulance and transit vehicles using optical infrared and changes the signal to provide right of way.
Note: Not all signalized intersections in York Region have all of the items listed.
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If you would like to report a road maintenance problem, such as a pothole, broken sign or malfunctioning traffic signal, please contact us at:
York Region Transportation, Public Works
Phone: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75000
TTY: 1-866-512-6228
Email: @email
After-hours emergency: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75200
