SASKATOON RESIDENTS CAN NOW VIEW RED LIGHT VIOLATIONS ONLINE

The City of Saskatoon’s new red-light camera system is now fully operational and drivers can now view their violations online.

“Prior to the implementation of this system, those drivers wishing to view footage of their infraction needed to set up an appointment at City Hall,” says Angela Gardiner, Director of Transportation. “With this new system, a violation notice will now include a notice number and a Personal Identification Number that provides online access to photos and video of the infraction.”

The City began using red-light cameras in 2005; since then on average there has been a 9 per cent reduction in injury and fatality rates and a 12 per cent reduction in right-angle collisions (the most severe type). At the Preston Avenue and 8th Street intersection in particular, injury and fatality rates have reduced by 25 per cent and right-angle collisions by 45 per cent.

“We are committed to traffic safety, the overall goal of this program is to reduce collisions and achieve zero infractions,” says Gardiner.  “All revenue generated through the red-light camera program goes into our traffic safety reserve, making our roads safer for everyone in Saskatoon.”

The City would also like to remind residents that by law, drivers must come to a complete stop before making a right turn on a red light.

“We have had a significant number of calls from people complaining about receiving a violation notice for making a right turn on a red light without stopping first,” says Gardiner. “This allows the driver to have a clear picture of on-coming traffic and ensure there are no pedestrians in the crosswalk before proceeding.”

Red-light safety cameras are located at the following intersections:

- Preston Avenue and 8th Street
- Warman Road and 51st Street
- Avenue C and Circle Drive
- 33rd Street and Idylwyld Drive (New November 2013)

Drivers who disobey the traffic signal receive a violation notice and a fine of $230.

For more information go to Saskatoon.ca and click on “R” for Red Light Cameras.