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Improving Pedestrian Safety at Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street - by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Councillor Dianne Saxe
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The decision
2026-04-22 · Toronto City Council · adopted
As filed
City Council on April 22 and 23, 2026, adopted the following: 1. City Council authorize the installation of pedestrian crossover signage at the right-turn channel at the northwest corner of the intersection of Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street. 2. City Council authorize yield control on the right-turn channel at the northwest corner of the intersection of Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street.
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The intersection of Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street is at the center of a growing community experiencing rapid development and attracting new businesses. The surrounding area is home to a diverse mix of residents, including families with young children, seniors, and cyclists, who rely on safer streets to experience the best of their neighbourhoods. Many residents have noted that Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street is not a safe intersection, and that drivers too often speed through turns and nearly hit crossing pedestrians.
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The City of Toronto has already recognized Dupont Street as a priority corridor for urgent safety improvements through a complete street project that aims to enhance traffic safety and accessibility for all road users. However, as a result of changes to provincial law through Bill 212, the Dupont Complete Street project is currently paused pending review of options before additional consultation resumes. As an interim measure, the City focused efforts on quick-build intersection safety improvements beginning in October 2025. New curb extensions, curb radius reductions, bright pavement markings, and bollards are now at intersections on Dupont Street, between St. Clarens Avenue and Manning Avenue. These measures are slowing speeding vehicles, reducing crossing distances, and improving visibility for crossing pedestrians. To further address resident concerns, the City's Transportation Services Division recommends additional improvements to the pedestrian crossing at Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street to enhance safety. This motion will authorize the installation of signage requiring southbound drivers to yield before turning right onto Dupont Street. This cost-effective measure will build on existing improvements that are reducing turning speeds and improving safety for all road users.
Staff recommended
Councillor Alejandra Bravo, seconded by Councillor Dianne Saxe, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of pedestrian crossover signage at the right-turn channel at the northwest corner of the intersection of Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street. 2. City Council authorize yield control on the right-turn channel at the northwest corner of the intersection of Ossington Avenue and Dupont Street.
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