Be Vigilant and Share the Road for Everyone’s Safety
Autumn is a beautiful season to enjoy the Village and its colorful scenery. Many residents take this opportunity to travel or go for a bike ride along Senneville Road, a route that is particularly popular with outdoor enthusiasts.
However, as autumn arrives, the days become shorter and darkness sets in earlier. Reduced visibility on roads and cycling paths increases the risks for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists. By exercising caution and adopting a few simple habits, we can all help make our travels safer.
Tips to Improve Your Visibility and Safety
- Wear light-colored or brightly colored clothing to make yourself more visible.
- Add reflective elements to your clothing, bags, or equipment.
- Make sure your bicycle is equipped with a functioning front light and rear light when riding at dusk or after dark.
- Stay alert at all times and pay attention to other road users.
- Follow traffic rules and adjust your driving or riding to reduced visibility conditions.
We also remind users of electric bicycles and electric scooters that they must comply with the Highway Safety Code. Courtesy and respect for the rules help ensure safe and harmonious road sharing for everyone.
As many residents continue to enjoy the mild autumn evenings by bicycle, we encourage everyone to remain especially vigilant so that all road users can travel safely.
To learn more about road safety and sharing the road, we invite you to consult the SPVM guide.
For more information, consult the full SAAQ guide: À pied, soyez visible! (in French only).
Thank you for your cooperation, and have a safe and enjoyable autumn season!