Playground and School Zones safety
In order to protect the children in our community, speed enforcement, stop sign infractions and seatbelts will be targeted on an ongoing basis.
The enforcement campaign will be conducted throughout Strathcona County. Under the Traffic Safety Act, all school zones and playground zones now have a maximum speed limit of 30 km/h, including school and playground zones on primary highways located near Ministik, Ardrossan and Uncas Schools.
School zones are in effect when school is in session during the following times:
· 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
· 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
· 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
For a calendar listing of when schools are in session, contact:
- Elk Island Catholic Schools - 780-467-8896
- Elk Island Public Schools - 780-464-3477
Playground zones are in effect all year:
8:30 a.m. to one hour after sunset.
Strathcona County Enforcement Services and RCMP Traffic Services encourages all drivers to use extra caution when traveling through playground and school zones.
Further information on the Traffic Safety Act contact:
Strathcona County RCMP 780-467-7741
Last updated: Thursday, June 30, 2011
Page ID: 3573