The Vision Zero framework is a globally adopted strategy that uses data to improve traffic safety in our community.  

Regina’s Vision Zero Road Safety Framework was created as a renewed approach to safety for the city’s transportation network. It focuses on one goal: reducing the number of serious injuries and fatalities by 10 per cent over five years (2024-2029) by working with partner organizations to improve road safety.

Five Focus Areas: A Data-Driven Approach 

The City reviewed data from 2015 to 2019 to find the common causes of collisions in Regina and recommend some preventative countermeasures. Below is a summary of those focus areas, the data behind why the City chose them and the related countermeasures.

Focus Area 1 

Issue By the Numbers 

Making Intersections Safer 

85% of injury/fatal collisions occurred at intersections in Regina.

Focus Area 1 Countermeasures 
  • Red light cameras installed to reduce the likelihood of vehicles running a red light and rolling right on a red.  
  • Beginning to upgrade intersection signage on all uncontrolled intersections 

Focus Area 2 

Issue By the Numbers 

Protecting Pedestrians and Cyclists 

15% of injury/fatal collisions involved pedestrians and cyclists, making them the most vulnerable groups.

Focus Area 2 Countermeasures 
  • Developing and expanding active transportation infrastructure like bike lanes. 
  • School zone crosswalks have been upgraded to zebra crossings to improve visibility of young pedestrians. 

Focus Area 3 

Issue By the Numbers 

Discouraging Aggressive Driving 

65% of injury/fatal collisions had aggressive driving (i.e. speeding, stunting, or driving carelessly) as a factor.

Focus Area 3 Countermeasures 
  • Placed trailers with speed feedback signs throughout the city in targeted locations that have higher speeding rates.  
  • Installed temporary curbs to reduce the speed of traffic and enhance safety for all road users.  
  • Installed flashing school zone signs with LED lights to draw a driver’s attention to the speed limit. 
  • Flexible signage installed on centre lines to calm traffic and highlight the presence of pedestrian crossings.  
  • Installed digital feedback signs to display positive or negative messages associated with a driver’s speed. These signs aim to reduce speeds by increasing driver awareness. 

Focus Area 4 

Issue By the Numbers 

Focusing a Driver’s Attention 

11% of injury and fatal collisions occurred because of distracted driving, such as texting while driving. 

Focus Area 4 Countermeasures 
  • Installed rumble strips and guide rail upgrades to encourage drivers to focus on the road in front of them.  
  • Launched community awareness programs about the dangers of distracted driving.  

Focus Area 5 

Issue By the Numbers 

Stopping Impaired Driving 

6% of injury/fatal collisions involved a driver under the influence of alcohol, drugs, limited consciousness or extreme fatigue. 

Focus Area 5 Countermeasures 
  • Introduction of free public transit on New Year’s Eve to discourage impaired driving. 
  • The Regina Police Service runs targeted enforcement campaigns. 

What Can You Do as a Driver? 

  • Make safety your top priority.  
  • Learn to adapt driving to the changing conditions such as weather, construction zones, etc. 
  • Educate yourself and others about proper driving behavior.  
  • Know, respect and follow the rules of the road.  
  • Respect other road users around you.  
  • Be aware of your condition, your vehicle’s condition and any distractions before you start driving.  
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