Regulatory signs

The “Arrêt” sign indicates that vehicles are required to stop at an intersection. It must not be used for the sole purpose of slowing down traffic.

The sign shown below is affixed under each “Arrêt” sign when users from all directions are required to stop. The image is adapted to the configuration of the intersection.

The Yield sign indicates that drivers are required to yield the right-of-way to vehicles on a priority highway.

The sign below indicates that there is not enough space for two-way traffic and, therefore, the right-of-way must be given to oncoming traffic. It can be used when roadwork is in progress.

The Prohibited Direction sign indicates that access to a public highway is prohibited for all classes of vehicles. This international symbol is used to prevent motorists from driving the wrong way in a one-way lane, for instance.

The following signs indicate the presence of a pedestrian crosswalk on a public highway. There are several types of crosswalks, including pedestrian crosswalks, school crosswalks and playground crosswalks.

Pedestrians must use these crosswalks to cross the road when they are close by.

Where traffic is not already controlled by an “Arrêt” sign or a traffic light, motorists and cyclists must stop to allow a pedestrian entering a pedestrian crosswalk to cross.

The following sign indicates to vehicle drivers that they are not required to stop at a railway crossing. This information applies only to vehicles that are generally required to stop at railway crossings, such as buses. The sign is installed when the track is no longer used or when rail traffic is scarce and special measures have been taken to ensure safety.

The following signs provide information specific to drivers of vehicles carrying dangerous substances. These regulations are aimed primarily at industrial or commercial carriers, who are aware of their obligations.

Dangerous Substances Prohibited

This sign indicates which roads and tunnels are prohibited to drivers of vehicles carrying dangerous substances.

Mandatory Truck Lane

This sign instructs drivers to use the far-right lane in an uphill lane, unless they want to overtake on the left.

La signalisation routière au Québec, the series of posters on Québec road signs, is available free of charge. These posters highlight the symbols and signs that have been used in the province for over 100 years.