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City kicks off annual Vision Zero campaign with focus on roundabouts

February 4 2021

HAMILTON, ON - Beginning this month, the City of Hamilton and Hamilton Police Services are launching an education campaign to remind residents about the rules of the roundabout. Throughout the month of February, the City will be sharing tips for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists about how to safely use and share a roundabout. Motorists should slow down, watch for pedestrians and cyclists, and enter only when there is a safe gap in traffic. Choose the lane that corresponds with your intended exit and never pass another vehicle in the roundabout.
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There’s no such thing as speeding a little: speeding is speeding

March 10 2020

HAMILTON, ON –The City of Hamilton and Hamilton Police Services are launching an education campaign targeting fast drivers. As part of the joint Vision Zero Action Plan, the education campaign is focused on transforming roadway safety with a simple goal: zero fatalities or serious injuries on roadways. Vision Zero emphasizes safe speeds, safe roads, safe vehicles and safe drivers.
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City of Hamilton reminds residents to obey the rules of the roundabout as part of its Vision Zero campaign

October 2 2019

HAMILTON, ON – Today, the City of Hamilton is launching a month-long campaign aimed at educating drivers about the rules of the roundabout. The “Roundabout Safety” campaign is part of the world-wide Vision Zero initiative. In collaboration with Hamilton Police Services, the City of Hamilton is reminding drivers to yield to pedestrians, cyclists and any traffic already travelling through the roundabout. Motorists are reminded to always slow down, proceed with caution and signal when exiting the roundabout.
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City of Hamilton reminds drivers to slow down and move over as part of their road safety campaign

July 9 2019

HAMILTON, ON - This morning, the City of Hamilton is launching a month-long campaign aimed at educating drivers about roadside emergency protocol. The “Slow Down, Move Over” campaign is part of the world-wide Vision Zero initiative. In collaboration with the Hamilton Police Services, the City of Hamilton is reminding drivers to slow down and move over to go around stopped roadside emergency vehicles and tow trucks parked on the side of the road.
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There’s no such thing as speeding a little: new education campaign targeting fast drivers

March 1 2019

HAMILTON, ON – Today, the City of Hamilton and Hamilton Police Services are launching a new education campaign targeting fast drivers. Part of the joint Vision Zero Action Plan, the education campaign is focused on transforming roadway safety with a simple goal: zero fatalities or serious injuries on roadways. Vision Zero emphasizes safe speeds, safe roads, safe vehicles and safe drivers.
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Rolling lane closures on Red Hill Valley Parkway this weekend to install new speed limit signage

February 15 2019

HAMILTON, ON - Motorists traveling on the Red Hill Valley Parkway this weekend should expect rolling closures in both lanes as crews install new signs on the parkway. On Saturday, February 16 crews will be installing the new 80km/hr signs along both sides of the parkway between Greenhill Ave and the QEW. The new 80 km/hr speed limit will be enforceable as of Sunday, February 17 at 9 am. Motorists are advised to adhere to the post speed limits at all times. The new 80 km/hr speed limit will be enforced as of Sunday, February 17 at 9 am.
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Recommended lower speed limit on the Red Hill Valley Parkway: Resurfacing planned in spring 2019

February 6 2019

HAMILTON, ON - On behalf of the City of Hamilton, staff apologize to Council and the general public for how this matter has come to their attention. Earlier tonight, Hamilton’s General Issues Committee went in-camera to receive a report related to matters on the Red Hill Valley Parkway (RHVP) and provided direction to staff to share the information that follows.
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Traffic safety improvements on Queen Street S to begin this week: overnight traffic impacts in the area

June 4 2018

Hamilton, ON – Later this evening, the City of Hamilton is scheduled to begin work to improve traffic safety on Queen Street S between Aberdeen Avenue and Herkimer Street. Earlier this spring, staff completed a traffic safety audit and have identified a number of changes to traffic patterns in the area to improve safety and visibility. Changes include:
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Westbound Nikola Tesla Blvd closed tomorrow

September 12 2017

HAMILTON, ON - September, 12, 2017 – To safely remove a damaged overhead roadway sign structure, the City of Hamilton will temporarily close the westbound lanes of Nikola Tesla Blvd east of Parkdale Ave N tomorrow morning for approximately six hours. The closure will begin on Wednesday, September 13 at approximately 9 am and is expected to wrap up before 3 pm. Motorists may experience delays in the area and should plan alternate routes for the duration of the closure.
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Back to School: Safety Reminders for Parents, Students & Commuters

September 1 2017

HAMILTON, ON - September 21, 2017 - The City of Hamilton and the Hamilton Police Service are offering tips to residents on extra safety precautions that should be taken as students return to school next week. Motorists Motorists are reminded to avoid distractions and stay alert in case a child darts out into your path. Using the phone, eating, or sipping your coffee will affect your reaction time.
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Lane restrictions along the Jolley Cut

June 26 2017

HAMILTON, ON – June 26, 2017 - In order to replace a collapsed catch basin, the City of Hamilton has closed one down-bound lane at the bottom of the Jolley Cut (on Arkledun Avenue).   In the interest of public safety, the curb lane is expected to remain closed until the morning of Thursday, June 29, 2017.   Motorists should expect delays in the area. HSR buses using the Jolley Cut are not detouring around the lane closure, but customers may experience delays.
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Update: Re-opening of Sherman Access delayed until Monday evening

March 31 2017

HAMILTON, ON - March 31, 2017 - Due to weather, the re-opening of the west leg of the Sherman access will be delayed until the evening of Monday, April 3, 2017. The west leg will be reduced to one lane for a 250m stretch over the coming months. Concrete barriers and a temporary traffic signal will allow a single lane of traffic to pass up and down the escarpment. The City will monitor the traffic impacts and will make adjustments to reduce backlogs and optimize traffic signal timing throughout the duration of the closure.
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City of Hamilton makes Slow Down Safety Zone lawn signs available to promote road safety

March 31 2017

HAMILTON, ON - March 31, 2017 - As part of its Road Safety program, the City of Hamilton is making Slow Down Safety Zone lawn signs available to residents to help promote awareness of residential roadway safety and to remind motorists to drive cautiously through neighbourhoods. The lawn sign program, which was initiated at the end of last year, is intended to help reduce speed and address residents’ concerns about some motorists’ driving habits.
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Road Safety in Hamilton: Take the Survey!

October 13 2016

October 13, 2016 – HAMILTON, ON – Vision Zero is a global movement transforming the way we use, interact and travel on our roads. It has a simple and clear goal: ZERO fatalities or serious injuries on roadways. Vision Zero aims for safer streets through improved education, enforcement, engineering, evaluation and engagement.
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