New protected left-turn signals at Brock Road and Taunton Road intersection in Pickering

Whitby, Ontario – In support of Durham Vision Zero, The Regional Municipality of Durham is installing new protected left-turn signals for all directions of traffic at the intersection of Brock Road (Regional Road 1) and Taunton Road (Regional Road 4) in the City of Pickering.  

Protected left-turn signals use a dedicated green arrow to allow drivers to turn left only when oncoming traffic is stopped. By reducing the risk of collisions between left-turning and oncoming vehicles, these signals help improve safety at intersections.  

When: Construction is ongoing. Signal modifications are expected to be in operation by the end of 2026.  
 
Where: Brock Road (Regional Road 1) and Taunton Road (Regional Road 4) intersection in Pickering. 
 
Why: To improve safety for motorists, the fully-protected left-turn signals will allow motorists to safely make left-hand turns in all directions at the Brock Road and Taunton Road intersection. 

Note: This initiative is in support of Durham Vision Zero, a long-term plan to ensure a safer transportation system that sees no lives lost or serious injuries on Durham’s roadways. Learn more at durham.ca/VisionZero.  

The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and work crews.  

To view a live interactive map of current construction projects and up-to-date traffic information, please visit durham.ca/TrafficWatch. 

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