See the new 'intelligent' crosswalk lighting up a Candiac, Que., intersection
Safety & Security VideoSummary
This CBC News video highlights an innovative approach to improving intersection safety. A pilot project in Candiac City, Quebec, embeds smart technology into the pavement, causing crosswalks to light up whenever a pedestrian is present. The goal is to boost driver awareness and reduce accidents. A similar initiative in Paris, France, saw vehicle compliance increased by 67-94%. Candiac City hopes this illuminated crosswalk will bring comparable results so that other North American cities can follow suit.