Traffic Signs - definitions

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Regulatory Signs:

  • Stop signs
  • Yield signs
  • Turn prohibition
  • One-Way Speed limit


Temporary Condition Signs:

  • Safety Work zone
  • Lane closure - Road closure
  • Road crew - Work on road
  • Construction set-up signs

Warning Signs:

  • Yellow sign
  • Watch for children
  • Curve warning signs
  • Animal crossing
  • Neighbourhood watch signs (missing or damaged only)

Guide - information - attraction signs - installation - relocation - removal

  • Special attraction
  • Destination signs
  • Directional signs for religious institutions

Businesses signs, i.e. hotels, restaurants, etc., are not eligible.