You may park in the area between the signs during the times posted. Watch for cyclists and be prepared to share the road with them. A red circle with a line through it means the activity shown is not allowed. A sign with a green circle means you may or must do the activity shown inside the ring. They are usually rectangular or square with a white or black background and black, white or coloured letters. These signs give a direction that must be obeyed. There are four other kinds of signs: regulatory, warning, temporary conditions and information and direction. It warns that railway tracks cross the road. Stop if necessary and go only when the way is clear.Ī railway crossing sign is X-shaped with a white background and red outline. It means you must let traffic in the intersection or close to it go first. Slow down, drive with extra caution and watch for children.Ī yield sign is a triangle with a white background and a red border. It warns that you are coming to a school zone. Wait until the way is clear before entering the intersection.Ī school zone sign is five-sided and has a fluorescent yellow/green background with black symbols. If there is no sidewalk, stop at the edge of the intersection. If there is no crosswalk, stop at the edge of the sidewalk. If there is no stop line, stop at the crosswalk. Stop at the stop line if it is marked on the pavement.

It means you must come to a complete stop. Here are some of the many signs you will see on Ontario roads:Ī stop sign is eight-sided and has a red background with white letters. Signs use different symbols, colours and shapes for easy identification. Traffic signs give you important information about the law, warn you about dangerous conditions and help you find your way.

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