Driving on a shared street
A shared street is a public road, or part of one, on which pedestrians have priority. It is identified by signs, signals and a particular design that invite its varied mix of users to adopt cooperative behaviour.
The following sign indicates a street where pedestrians have the right of way on the entire roadway and where the speed limit is 20 km/hr.
On a shared street, adopt the same behaviour as you would normally on other kinds of roads, except when it comes to the following special rules.
On foot
When walking on a shared street, you can walk where and in the direction you want. You can also cross the road wherever and whenever you want.
On a bike
When riding your bicycle on a shared street, yield the right of way to pedestrians who are on or crossing the street.
In a vehicle
When operating a vehicle on a shared street, do not exceed a speed of 20 km/hr and yield the right of way to pedestrians or cyclists who are on or crossing the street.
Also, you do not have to respect the 1 metre distance requirement when passing a pedestrian or cyclist, or crossing paths with one, as long as there is enough space to do so safely.
Last update: November 19, 2024