order to exit the freeway. (Figure 5.5 (d))
complex freeways:
0RE !DVANCE 3IGNS
At transfers on complex freeways these signs may be used in the express lanes in advance of a transfer point to indicate the route name and/ or number of the crossing roadways served by the upcoming transfer. The only distance indicated on the sign should be the distance from the sign location to the transfer point (Figure 5.11(b)). Pre-Advance signs may also be used in the collector lanes to identify up to three upcoming interchanges. The distances shown on these signs shall be from the sign location to each crossing roadway (Figure 5.11(c)).
Signs in the express lanes 5.5 (b)) indicate the route number ame of the crossing roadways by the upcoming transfer, and configuration at the transfer;
Design Guidance
Construction / Guide & Information
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
Ground-Mounted Sign
Pre-Advance Signs are used to supplement existing roadway identification signs wherever road users require greater forewarning of an upcoming decision point.
The ground-mounted Advance Sign (Figure 5.4) shall typically indicate:
Signs in the collector lanes 5.5(c)) display the text “Express” as the lane configuration at the
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s The name of the crossing roadway and the route number (if applicable);
Qualification Criteria
s A maximum of two destinations served by the crossing roadway (Chapter 9);
Pre-Advance Signs are applicable to freeways, toll highways and expressways.
mber Tabs shall not be used at mplex freeways.
&IGURE /VERHEAD !DVANCE 3IGNS
Overhead Sign
s The distance to the interchange; and
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Interchange Number Tabs and destinations shall not be used with Pre-Advance Signs.
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s A directional arrow.
OverheadTurn-Off Signs
!PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION
The overhead Advance Sign (Figure 5.5) shall typically indicate:
Overhead Turn-Off Signs should be located at the point where the painted gore reaches a width of 1.2 m. Signs should be placed directly above the lanes to which they apply. A yellow down arrow panel is used to indicate all exit lanes departing the freeway mainline (refer to Figure 5.3). Where one freeway terminates at another, a yellow down arrow panel is used to identify all exit options. Generally, one destination for each direction of travel on the crossing roadway should be shown. The destination geographically located to the left of the road user reading the sign should be listed first. Text on the sign is to be centred. TC-74 &IGURE ' n &REEWAY !DVANCE 3IGN 'ROUND -OUNTED s The interchange number (if applicable), using the Interchange Number Tab.
A
' n &REEWAY !DVANCE n &ORCED AND %ITHER/R %XIT WITH $ESTINATIONS 3IGN /VERHEAD
Destinations shown on Turn-Off Signs shall be the same as those shown on Advance Signs.
These signs are generally placed overhead, consistent with other signs in the vicinity and shall be centred over the through lanes. Exiting information should not be placed above the route symbol. When used, they identify the crossing roadway(s) at the next interchange(s), and indicate the distance(s) to that interchange(s). Exit Panels or Down Arrow Panels shall not be used on Diagrammatic Signs. TC-90
verhead Advance Signs shall elow the applicable lane ows where:
Design Guidance When down arrows are used, they should be placed directly above the continuous through lanes of the freeway mainline to which they apply. (Figure 5.11(c)) TC-190
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s The route number, where applicable;
&IGURE ' n &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN 'ROUND -OUNTED Text on the sign is to be centred (Figure 5.3). For overhead applications, a Freeway Diagrammatic Sign should be centred over the through lanes of the roadway. Interchange Number Tabs shall not be used with Diagrammatic Signs. &IGURE /VERHEAD 4URN /FF 3IGNS Diagrammatic Signs are most effective when used as a pre-advance message, located a minimum of 1 km in advance of the applicable Advance Sign. TC-75
The first line of text, indicating the name of the crossing roadway, is to be left aligned. Additional lines of text showing destinations are to be centred under first line of text. (Figure 5.2).
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s The name of the crossing roadway;
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&IGURE /VERHEAD !DVANCE 3IGNS
Overhead Sign
n one or more of the through the freeway mainline must exit;
s A maximum of two destinations;
The overhead Advance Sign (Figure 5.5) shall typically indicate:
A
' n &REEWAY !DVANCE n &ORCED AND %ITHER/R %XIT WITH $ESTINATIONS 3IGN /VERHEAD
&IGURE /VERHEAD !DVANCE 3IGNS ' n &REEWAY !DVANCE n &ORCED AND %ITHER/R %XIT WITH $ESTINATIONS 3IGN /VERHEAD s Cardinal direction served by the crossing roadway, where applicable; s Location of the exit (left or right); Both distances and interchange sequence should be integrated in such a manner that the interchange number relates to the nearest distance marker. A s Configuration of the exit (single or multiple ramps – A-B type);
Overhead Sign
2400 mm x Variable Width
s The route number, where applicable;
Pre-Advance Signs may be placed:
&IGURE 0RE !DVANCE 3IGNS
raffic in an (on-off type) auxiliary st exit.
The overhead Advance Sign (Figure 5.5) shall typically indicate: D ' n &REEWAY !DVANCE n .O &ORCED %XIT /VERHEAD s The route number, where applicable; !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION The use of Diagrammatic Signs should be considered under the following circumstances: s Left exits; s The name of the crossing roadway; 2400 mm x Variable Width
%XIT 3IGN On simple freeways, additional Pre-Advance Signs may be used. All subsequent Pre-Advance Signs are installed on a separate structure and should be spaced a minimum of 1 km apart. The signs should not be located in advance of the preceding interchange, except when placed adjacent to the overhead Turn-Off Sign, as noted above. 2700 mm x Variable Width 2700 mm x Variable Width D These signs should only indicate the route number and/or name of up to three downstream crossing roadways, and the distance to them. Road names are to be left justified and distances are to be right justified (Figure 5.13). &IGURE ' n &REEWAY )NTERCHANGE 3EQUENCE 3IGN Pull-Through Signs are generally used at interchanges to provide guidance to road users where the number of through lanes is not readily evident. These signs indicate which lanes on the highway continue along the through route. ' n &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN n %XPRESS TO #OLLECTOR 4RANSFER /VERHEAD s Adjacent to the overhead Turn-Off Sign at the preceding interchange; or s Overhead on a separate structure, a minimum of 1 km in advance of the Advance Sign. &IGURE ' n &REEWAY $IAGRAMMATIC 0RE !DVANCE !DVANCE 3IGN C ' n &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN n #OLLECTOR TO %XPRESS 4RANSFER /VERHEAD G102 /THER #ONSIDERATIONS 0ULL 4HROUGH 3IGNS This Section Not Used. 0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND Design Guidance
(b)
s The name of the crossing roadway; ' n &REEWAY 0RE !DVANCE %XPRESS TO #OLLECTOR 3IGN
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B ' n &REEWAY !DVANCE %XPRESS TO #OLLECTOR 4RANSFER /VERHEAD
A
' n &REEWAY 0RE !DVANCE 3IGN
uld be used in situations where ing for some distance/time in quired, or forced, to exit the
s A maximum of two destinations;
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s Cardinal direction served by the crossing roadway, where applicable;
At transfers on complex freeways:
Text on the sign is to be centred (Figure 5.3). Where interchange numbering is provided, Interchange Number Tabs are added to ground- mounted and overhead Advance Signs. ' n &REEWAY 0RE !DVANCE %XPRESS TO #OLLECTOR 3IGN &IGURE /VERHEAD 4URN /FF 3IGNS 2400 mm x Variable Width s The interchange number (if applicable), using the Interchange Number Tab. s Lane arrows to indicate lane configuration and Exit Panels, when required, to show must exit situations;
A
' &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN 2OAD .AME /NLY /VERHEAD
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Design Guidance
s A maximum of two destinations;
C ' n &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN n %XPRESS TO #OLLECTOR 4RANSFER /VERHEAD 2700 mm x Variable Width !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION The use of Diagrammatic Signs should be considered under the following circumstances: s Left exits;
(b)
s Turn-Off Signs in the express lanes (Figure 5.3 (c)) indicate the name and/or route number of the crossing roadways served by the upcoming transfer; Text on the sign is to be centred (Figure 5.3). s Turn-Off Signs in the collector lanes (Figure 5.3 (d)) display the text “Express”. &IGURE /VERHEAD 4URN /FF 3IGNS 2700 mm x Variable Width
s Location of the exit (left or right);
s At the location of two sequential right exits, where the space between them is insufficient for conventional signs;
s Cardinal direction served by the crossing roadway, where applicable; B ' n &REEWAY !DVANCE %XPRESS TO #OLLECTOR 4RANSFER /VERHEAD 2100 mm x Variable Width
2100 mm x Variable Width )NTERCHANGE 3EQUENCE 3IGNS OverheadTurn-Off Signs The graphical representation of the roadway must be retroreflective white. Lane lines, where applicable, must be included on the graphic and shown in black. G101 Overhead Turn-Off Signs shall indicate: 2100 mm x Variable Width 2400 mm x Variable Width The graphic components should be designed so that the through route is the visually dominant portion of the graphic (except for the fork). The Interchange Sequence Sign replaces the Advance Signs for up to three closely spaced interchanges. C The graphics should be simple and provide road users with a plan view of the decision point.
s Configuration of the exit (single or multiple ramps – A-B type); 2400 mm x Variable Width
2100 mm x Variable Width
A Interchange Numbers Tabs may also be added to other Advance Signs (e.g. Freeway Service Composite Boards (FSCB), Tourism Oriented Destination Signs (TODS) and Logo Signs), where applicable. ' &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN 2OAD .AME /NLY /VERHEAD G108
' n &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN n %XPRESS TO #OLLECTOR 4RANSFER /VERHEAD
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s Location of the exit (left or right); s Freeway-to-freeway interchanges, which may include: – Freeway-to-freeway splits, where the centre lane is an optional lane (either/ or); – Freeway-to-freeway splits, where a freeway terminates at another freeway; and s Configuration of the exit (single or multiple ramps – A-B type); When Exit Panels are used on an Advance Sign, two ground-mounted Lane Exits Signs are required (Section 5.11). /THER #ONSIDERATIONS G106
B ' n &REEWAY !DVANCE %XPRESS TO #OLLECTOR 4RANSFER /VERHEAD In most situations, the lines of text on the overhead Advance Sign shall be left justified (Figure 5.5 (b)). Destinations (if shown) shall be centred under the street name (Figure 5.5 (a)). However, on collector lanes at transfer points the text shall be right justified (Figure 5.5 (c)).
s Lane arrows to indicate lane configuration and Exit Panels, when required, to show must exit situations; ' n &REEWAY 0RE !DVANCE #OLLECTOR ,ANES 3IGN G104
G100
G103
2700 mm x Variable Width s At the location of two sequential right exits, where the space between them is insufficient for conventional signs; G109 ' n &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN n #OLLECTOR TO %XPRESS 4RANSFER /VERHEAD 2100 mm x Variable Width – Freeway-to-freeway splits, where the centre lane is an optional lane (either/ or); – Freeway-to-freeway splits, where a freeway terminates at another freeway; and s Freeway-to-freeway interchanges, which may include: – Freeway-to-freeway splits, where a freeway begins at another freeway. ' n !DVANCE 3IGN n 7ITH Destination
C ' n &REEWAY !DVANCE #OLLECTOR TO %XPRESS 4RANSFER /VERHEAD
Text on the sign is to be centred.
&IGURE %XIT 3IGNS C
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The down arrows point to the continuous through lanes of the freeway mainline (Figure 5.14).
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/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
' n &REEWAY %XIT 3IGN 'ROUND -OUNTED ' n &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN n %XPRESS TO #OLLECTOR 4RANSFER /VERHEAD s The interchange number (if applicable), using the Interchange Number Tab.
s Lane arrows to indicate lane configuration and Exit Panels, when required, to show must exit situations; 2700 mm x Variable Width C ' n &REEWAY !DVANCE #OLLECTOR TO %XPRESS 4RANSFER /VERHEAD – Freeway-to-freeway splits, where a freeway begins at another freeway. s The interchange number (if applicable), using the Interchange Number Tab. These signs are not recommended at the following types of interchanges:
A
The Interchange Number Tab shall not be used with Pre-Advance, Diagrammatic or Turn-Off Signs. 2400 mm x Variable Width
Design Guidance
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
C
Text on the sign is to be centred (Figure 5.3).
s The route number of the crossing roadway (if applicable); ' n &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN WITH $ESTINATIONS /VERHEAD Deceleration lanes should not be shown on the graphic components. s The cardinal direction, if required (e.g. multi-exit interchanges); 2700 mm x Variable Width ' n !DVANCE 3IGN n 7ITH Destination B 66
A
' &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN 2OAD .AME /NLY /VERHEAD
D
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In most situations, the lines of text on the overhead Advance Sign shall be left justified (Figure 5.5 (b)). Destinations (if shown) shall be centred under the street name (Figure 5.5 (a)). However, on collector lanes at transfer points the text shall be right justified (Figure 5.5 (c)). 2100 mm x Variable Width
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Exit Signs identify the place of departure from the freeway mainline. &IGURE /VERHEAD 4URN /FF 3IGNS /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY &IGURE ' n &REEWAY 0ULL 4HROUGH Sign
2100 mm x Variable Width 2400 mm x Variable Width
C
2700 mm x Variable Width ' n &REEWAY 0RE !DVANCE #OLLECTOR ,ANES 3IGN
Ground-MountedTurn-Off Signs
Qualification Criteria
)NTERCHANGE .UMBER 4ABS
B The number shown on the Interchange Number Tabs should be the same as the number displayed on the Numbered Exit Sign(s). Where ' n &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN WITH $ESTINATIONS /VERHEAD C ' n &REEWAY !DVANCE #OLLECTOR TO %XPRESS 4RANSFER /VERHEAD an interchange has separate exits for each direction of travel on the crossing roadway, the suffix “A” or “B” shall be added to the interchange number on the Interchange Number Tab and wherever it is displayed. &IGURE 4URN /FF 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS FOR .ON 0ROVINCIAL 2OADWAYS 3TREET .AME WITH 2OUTE 2100 mm x Variable Width Design Guidance Signs on crossing roadways approaching freeway interchanges identify the freeway facility by any or all of the following information: s Route number;
s The name of the crossing roadway (if applicable); Route Markers and destinations and/or street names shall be placed on the sign so that they correspond clearly with the movements shown by the graphic. Interchange Sequence Signs are used on freeways, toll highways and expressways where the spacing of successive interchanges is insufficient to permit the installation of Advance Signs for each successive interchange. 2700 mm x Variable Width When two route symbols are required for the same destination, they should be positioned in a horizontal line with each other. Destinations shown on Turn-Off Signs shall be the same as those shown on Advance Signs. &REEWAY #OMPOSITE 3ERVICES "OARD " replaces all Advance Signs in the sequence and is located in advance of the first interchange. Each crossing roadway in the sequence will have a separate Turn-Off Sign. A The Interchange Sequence Sign should be used on freeways where there is insufficient space to install separate Advance Signs for closely spaced, consecutive interchanges that have direct access to the freeway. In this situation one Interchange Sequence Sign effectively 600 mm x 1500 mm The information on the sign should be limited to two arrows. No more than one destination for each movement should be shown. !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION G111
Ground-mounted Turn-Off Signs shall indicate:
B
B
Design Guidance
In most situations, the lines of text on the overhead Advance Sign shall be left justified (Figure 5.5 (b)). Destinations (if shown) shall be centred under the street name (Figure 5.5 (a)). However, on collector lanes at transfer points the text shall be right justified (Figure 5.5 (c)). 2100 mm x Variable Width 0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND Interchange Number Tabs are installed with Advance Signs to indicate the number of the upcoming interchange. s Standard right lane exits; s Common cloverleaf interchanges; &IGURE 4URN /FF (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS FOR 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAYS
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' &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN 2OAD .AME /NLY /VERHEAD
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The route number of the crossing roadway (if applicable); Signs on crossing roadways approaching freeway interchanges identify the freeway facility by any or all of the following information: s The name of the crossing roadway (if applicable);
Qualification Criteria
Qualification Criteria
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS
A
' n )NTERCHANGE .UMBER 4AB
2100 mm x Variable Width
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS This Section Not Used. &REEWAY #OMPOSITE 3ERVICES "OARD " 600 mm x 1500 mm 2100 mm x Variable Width Pull-Through Signs are used on freeways, toll highways and expressways. /THER #ONSIDERATIONS Pull-Through Signs should be provided: !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION
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0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
This Section Not Used.
Exit Signs are used on all freeway, toll highway and expressway interchanges. The Freeway Composite Services Board (FCSB) is used in advance of freeway exits to provide 2700 mm x Variable Width
%XIT 3IGN s A yellow down arrow panel, indicating all exit lanes. s A maximum of two destinations served by the crossing roadway; and D ' n &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN n #OLLECTOR TO %XPRESS 4RANSFER /VERHEAD &IGURE )NTERCHANGE .UMBER 4ABS ' n )NTERCHANGE .UMBER 4AB
2100 mm x Variable Width These signs are not recommended at the following types of interchanges:
2700 mm x Variable Width
2100 mm x Variable Width 2400 mm x Variable Width
information about services available on the intersecting roadway. The following services may be displayed on the FCSB:
Used on 70 – 90 km/h roads. For low-speed roads, markers may be used.
s Interchanges with double lane drops followed by a fork (multiple split ramps); and
s Cardinal direction; and
1200 mm x 1500 mm ' n &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN n #OLLECTOR TO %XPRESS 4RANSFER /VERHEAD G114 Diagrammatic Signs
s Route number;
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Qualification Criteria The Interchange Number Tab shall show the interchange number, where applicable and be located above the primary sign, flush with its right edge. Diagrammatic Signs &IGURE &REEWAY /N 2AMP !DVANCE Signs !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION The colour of the Interchange Number Tab shall match that of the primary sign to which it is attached. Diagrammatic Signs allow road users to more easily interpret upcoming complex decision points by graphically representing the decision point on the sign. The word “EXIT” shall not be used with these tabs. 0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND A This Section Not Used. 2700 mm x Variable Width 'E n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH .UMBERS 2100 mm x Variable Width G116 Design Guidance /THER #ONSIDERATIONS Signs on crossing roadways approaching freeway interchanges identify the freeway facility by any or all of the following information: 750 mm x Variable Width ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 2OUTE .AME WITH $ISTANCE s Route number; s Control city destination. A A
G110
' n )NTERCHANGE .UMBER 4AB ! 4YPE )NTERCHANGES G112
2100 mm x Variable Width 2400 mm x Variable Width G113
G115
G117
Qualification Criteria
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS
s The cardinal direction, if required (e.g. multi-exit interchanges);
&IGURE %XIT 3IGNS Exits Signs are not used at transfer lanes on complex freeways or where a freeway terminates at another freeway. s Emergency Services (Chapter 11); /THER #ONSIDERATIONS s Road User Services (Chapter 12); and This Section Not Used.
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D
s Standard right lane exits;
B
This Section Not Used.
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND This Section Not Used.
' n &REEWAY %XIT .UMBER 3UFlX 3IGN 'ROUND -OUNTED Interchange Number Tabs are used on all freeway, toll highway and expressway interchanges when an interchange numbering system is in use. s Very complex interchanges where it is virtually impossible to design graphics that would be simple and accurate enough to portray the geometry of the interchange. ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH $IRECTIONAL !RROWS A
s Cardinal direction; and
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s In the express lanes at express-to- collector transfers on complex freeways;
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
s Common cloverleaf interchanges;
B
' n &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN WITH $ESTINATIONS /VERHEAD
s A maximum of two destinations served by the crossing roadway; and
The Freeway Composite Services Board (FCSB) is used in advance of freeway exits to provide information about services available on the intersecting roadway. The following services may be displayed on the FCSB:
C
s Public Transportation Services (Chapter 13).
A
' n &REEWAY %XIT 3IGN 'ROUND -OUNTED B ' n &REEWAY 4URN /FF 3IGN WITH $ESTINATIONS /VERHEAD
' n &REEWAY %XIT .UMBERED 3IGN 'ROUND -OUNTED
Diagrammatic Signs allow road users to more easily interpret upcoming complex decision points by graphically representing the decision point on the sign.
s Control city destination.
s Interchanges with double lane drops followed by a fork (multiple split ramps); and s Very complex interchanges where it is virtually impossible to design graphics that would be simple and accurate enough to portray the geometry of the interchange. 900 mm x 1800 mm 900 mm x 2100 mm 900 mm x 2400 mm ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME WITH $ISTANCE
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
s At freeway-to-freeway connections; and
Note: At transfer lanes and freeway termination points an Oversized Object Marker (Wa-133) (OTM Book 6) is substituted for the Exit Sign. B The services are identified on the FCSB using markers. FCSB may also be used to provide information about the availability of essential motorist services where there is insufficient roadside space to accommodate Logo Signs.
Turn-Off Signs are used on all freeway, toll highway and expressway interchanges, as well as at transfer points on complex freeways. Design Guidance B ' n !DVANCE 3IGN n .O $ESTINATION &IGURE !DVANCE (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS 2OUTE 7RITTEN /UT AS .AME
' n !DVANCE 3IGN n 7ITH Destination &IGURE !DVANCE (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY Identification Signs – Road 3TREET .AME /NLY
&IGURE )NTERCHANGE .UMBER 4ABS
600 mm x 2400 mm s At other major decision-points where through route confirmation is deemed necessary.
B ' n )NTERCHANGE .UMBER 4AB ! 4YPE )NTERCHANGES &IGURE !LTERNATIVE 3PECIAL /VERSIZE Route Markers
B
' n )NTERCHANGE .UMBER 4AB ' n 4URN /FF 3IGN n 7ITH Destination
Exit Signs identify the place of departure from the freeway mainline. s Emergency Services (Chapter 11); C
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A &IGURE &REEWAY /N 2AMP !DVANCE Signs
On freeways where interchanges are identified by means of a numbering system, the number identified on the sign should be the distance (rounded to the nearest whole number) as measured from the start of the route to the centreline of the crossing roadway. Diagrammatic Signs may replace Advance Signs under exceptional circumstances, but shall not be used for turn-off or pull-through applications.
' n )NTERCHANGE .UMBER 4AB ! " 4YPE )NTERCHANGES
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
68
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
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s Road User Services (Chapter 12); and
Qualification Criteria
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
A
A maximum of three road names may be displayed on the sign. A
s Public Transportation Services (Chapter 13). These signs shall be installed adjacent to the overhead Turn-Off Sign and centred over the through lanes. The services are identified on the FCSB using markers. FCSB may also be used to provide information about the availability of essential motorist services where there is insufficient roadside space to accommodate Logo Signs. 600 mm x 3000 mm /THER #ONSIDERATIONS Design Guidance Pull-Through Signs should indicate the following:
Qualification Criteria
2100 mm x Variable Width - #OMBINATION -ARKER 0ROVINCIAL #ROWN AND !RROW
!PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION
2100 mm x Variable Width Diagrammatic Signs are used on freeways, toll highways and expressways.
Qualification Criteria
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS information about services available on the intersecting roadway. The following services may be displayed on the FCSB: The Freeway Composite Services Board (FCSB) is used in advance of freeway exits to provide
Services eligible for display on the FCSB are identified below, in descending order of importance. Separate guidelines detailing qualification criteria for each service are provided within this OTM book.
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
Diagrammatic Signs may replace Advance Signs under exceptional circumstances, but shall not be used for turn-off or pull-through applications. &IGURE &REEWAY /N 2AMP 4URN /FF 3IGNS ' n 4URN /FF 3IGN n .O $ESTINATION
A
' n !DVANCE 3IGN n .O $ESTINATION
This Section Not Used. s Emergency Services (Chapter 11); ' n )NTERCHANGE .UMBER 4AB ! " 4YPE )NTERCHANGES Interchange Number Tabs shall not be used with these signs. 600 mm x 2400 mm For overhead applications, an Interchange Sequence Sign should be centred over the through lanes of the roadway. C 900 mm x 1800 mm 900 mm x 2100 mm 900 mm x 2400 mm
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B
s Cardinal direction; and ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH $IRECTIONAL Arrows
1200 mm x 1500 mm The Exit Sign or Oversize Object Marker should be located within the physical gore area formed by the mainline roadway and the ramp. It should be placed approximately 3 m behind the start of the physical gore on a breakaway support. 2700 mm x Variable Width s Hospital (unless displayed at the Advance and Turn-Off Sign locations); Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
Exit Signs are used on all freeway, toll highway and expressway interchanges. /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
At interchanges, one destination for each direction of travel on the crossing roadway is generally shown (refer to Chapter 9 for destination selection criteria). In urban areas where municipalities are served by multiple interchanges, and at other locations where no applicable destinations exist, this information may be omitted. The destination geographically located to the left of the road user reading the sign should be listed first. /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY s Control city destination. 900 mm x 1800 mm 900 mm x 2100 mm 900 mm x 2400 mm ' n !DVANCE 3IGN n .O $ESTINATION 900 mm x Variable Width A A ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 2OUTE .AME WITH $IRECTIONAL !RROWS B G124
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS &IGURE 4URN /FF (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS FOR 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAYS
&IGURE 4URN /FF 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS FOR .ON 0ROVINCIAL 2OADWAYS 3TREET .AME WITH 2OUTE
2700 mm x Variable Width 600 mm x 1500 mm
Qualification Criteria
s Police (OPP, Municipal Police, or First Nations Police); &IGURE !DVANCE (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS FOR 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAYS
This Section Not Used.
' n )NTERCHANGE .UMBER 4AB ! 4YPE )NTERCHANGES 900 mm x 1800 mm 900 mm x 2100 mm 900 mm x 2400 mm G118
This Section Not Used. 2. As a municipal route number written out as a two-line message. The first line should
Diagrammatic Signs are used on freeways, toll highways and expressways. &IGURE &REEWAY /N 2AMP !DVANCE Signs A &IGURE !DVANCE (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY Identification Signs – Road 3TREET .AME /NLY
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
G119
G120
G121
G122
G123
900 mm x 1800 mm 900 mm x 2100 mm 900 mm x 2400 mm 900 mm x Variable Width G127
1200 mm x 1800 mm
Exits Signs are not used at transfer lanes on complex freeways or where a freeway terminates at another freeway. Qualification Criteria s Route number; s Cardinal direction; and/or
B
1200 mm x 1500 mm Used on 70 – 90 km/h roads. For low-speed roads, markers may be used.
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
&IGURE !DVANCE (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS 2OUTE 7RITTEN /UT AS .AME
Services eligible for display on the FCSB are identified below, in descending order of importance. Separate guidelines detailing qualification criteria for each service are provided within this OTM book. s Control city. consist of either the generic jurisdictional classification (e.g. Regional, District, County, etc.) or the official name of the municipality (e.g. Niagara, Wellington, Alice Twp. etc.). The second line should consist of the road
s Road User Services (Chapter 12); and
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
s Generic Airports Markers (unless made redundant by stand-alone signs);
&IGURE &REEWAY /N 2AMP 4URN /FF 3IGNS
A
'E n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH .UMBERS 900 mm x 1800 mm
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS
s Public Transportation Services (Chapter 13). 600 mm x 3000 mm
B Design Guidance
' n &REEWAY %XIT .UMBERED 3IGN 'ROUND -OUNTED A
B Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
A
&IGURE !LTERNATIVE 3PECIAL /VERSIZE Route Markers ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH $ISTANCE C ' 2OADWAY )$ 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH #ARDINAL $IRECTIONS
' n 2OADWAY )$ n 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH $IRECTIONAL !RROWS ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH $IRECTIONAL Arrows ' 2OADWAY )$ 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH #ARDINAL $IRECTIONS
Note: At transfer lanes and freeway termination points an Oversized Object Marker (Wa-133) (OTM Book 6) is substituted for the Exit Sign. s Police (OPP, Municipal Police, or First Nations Police); B ' n 4URN /FF 3IGN n 7ITH Destination classification (e.g. Road, Avenue, Street) followed by its designated number (e.g. Road 23, Avenue 23, Street 23, etc.) (Figure 8.11). s Hospital (unless displayed at the Advance and Turn-Off Sign locations); /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION The Exit Sign or Oversize Object Marker should be located within the physical gore area formed by the mainline roadway and the ramp. It should be placed approximately 3 m behind the start of the physical gore on a breakaway support. /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY 900 mm x 1800 mm 900 mm x 2100 mm 900 mm x 2400 mm (a) Regional (b) York Road 23 Road 23 s Generic Airports Markers (unless made redundant by stand-alone signs); Examples:
C
' n 4URN /FF 3IGN ,EFT n 7ITH Destination
900 mm x 1800 mm 900 mm x 2100 mm 900 mm x 2400 mm ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME WITH $IRECTIONAL !RROWS
A
' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME WITH $ISTANCE
A
' n 2OADWAY )$ n 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH #ARDINAL $IRECTIONS ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 2OUTE .AME WITH $ISTANCE ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH $IRECTIONAL Arrows
B
900 mm x 1800 mm 900 mm x 2100 mm 900 mm x 2400 mm
A
' n 4URN /FF 3IGN n .O $ESTINATION
B
The Exit Sign shall show the interchange number. Where no interchange number is used, the word “EXIT” shall be used to replace the interchange number. /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY A
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
The services are identified on the FCSB using markers. FCSB may also be used to provide information about the availability of essential motorist services where there is insufficient roadside space to accommodate Logo Signs. /THER #ONSIDERATIONS This Section Not Used.
This Section Not Used.
&IGURE &REEWAY /N 2AMP 4URN /FF 3IGNS
600 mm x 2400 mm
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
B
C
63
900 mm x 1800 mm 900 mm x 2100 mm 900 mm x 2400 mm 600 mm x Variable Width Property Identification Markers
' n 4URN /FF 3IGN n .O $ESTINATION
450 mm x 750 mm 600 mm x 1050 mm 900 mm x 1500 mm
- #OMBINATION -ARKER 0ROVINCIAL #ROWN AND !RROW
C
' n )NTERCHANGE .UMBER 4AB ! " 4YPE )NTERCHANGES
4URN /FF 3IGNS
750 mm x Variable Width restriction to private property placement. They shall be placed at right angles to the highway so they may be read from both directions of travel.
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
Qualification Criteria Design Guidance
Destination Signs
At multi-exit interchanges (e.g. cloverleaf interchanges), two Turn-Off Signs, one for each direction of travel on the crossing roadway, shall be provided. 900 mm x Variable Width
The Exit Sign shall include a directional arrow to show whether the exit is to the left or right. Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
&IGURE ' n %MERGENCY 3ERVICES 0ROPERTY )DENTIlCATION -ARKER
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
These signs are used to indicate the names and directions to municipalities and other qualified destinations (Chapter 8). D
Services eligible for display on the FCSB are identified below, in descending order of importance. Separate guidelines detailing qualification criteria for each service are provided within this OTM book. The following are examples of Roadway Identification and Destination Signs used at Freeway Off-Ramps. For more information on the selection and design of Roadway Identification and Destination Signs, refer to Chapter 8.
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
900 mm x 1800 mm 900 mm x 2100 mm 900 mm x 2400 mm 4URN /FF 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGN !SSEMBLY WITH 2OADWAY Identification and Services Marker Board &IGURE %XAMPLES OF 2OADWAY Identification Signs The application of Advance High-Speed Roadway Identification Signs is justified on the basis of: G129
however consideration may be given to providing additional signs where deemed appropriate.
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
900 mm x 2400 mm 900 mm x Variable Width
900 mm x 2400 mm
Design Guidance
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
900 mm x 1800 mm 900 mm x 2100 mm 900 mm x 2400 mm 600 mm x Variable Width G204 /THER #ONSIDERATIONS This Section Not Used. &IGURE 4URN /FF 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS FOR .ON 0ROVINCIAL 2OADWAYS 3TREET .AME WITH 2OUTE
In freeway mainline applications, Turn-Off Signs provide road users with some or all of the following information at interchanges and transfers: B ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH $IRECTIONAL Arrows B ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 2OUTE .AME WITH $IRECTIONAL !RROWS 600 mm x Variable Width Grid Reference or Street Address Information Tabs, when used, shall be the same width and colour as the Turn-Off sign they are placed beneath. G202
1200 mm x 1500 mm 900 mm x 1800 mm ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH $IRECTIONAL !RROWS &IGURE !DVANCE (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS 3TREET .AME WITH 2OUTE &IGURE !DVANCE ,OW 3PEED 2OADWAY Identification Signs ' 2OADWAY )$ 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH #ARDINAL $IRECTIONS G200 C
C (c) York Region Road 23 The preferred text for a numbered “Concession” or “Line” is written as follows: (d) Alice Twp. (e) Alice Twp. Con. 9 Line 10 ' n 4URN /FF 3IGN ,EFT n 7ITH Destination &IGURE 4URN /FF ,OW 3PEED 2OADWAY Identification Signs Qualification Criteria G130
900 mm x 2400 mm
600 mm x Variable Width
600 mm x 3000 mm 1200 mm x 1800 mm 1200 mm x 2100 mm 1200 mm x 2400 mm G128 A destination should be identified as indicated below: /THER #ONSIDERATIONS s “Official Name”; This Section Not Used. s “Downtown”; B ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME WITH $IRECTIONAL !RROWS
B &IGURE 4URN /FF (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS FOR 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAYS G204 Used on 70 – 90 km/h roads. For low-speed roads, markers may be used.
600 mm x Variable Width G201
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
63
Ground-MountedTurn-Off Signs ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME WITH $IRECTIONAL !RROWS
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
B s On lower speed collector/arterial through roadways with single lane approaches.
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
s Police (OPP, Municipal Police, or First Nations Police);
' 2OADWAY )$ 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH #ARDINAL Directions ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH $IRECTIONAL Arrows &IGURE !DVANCE (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS 3TREET .AME WITH 2OUTE
Distances shall be shown in kilometres, rounded up to the nearest whole number.
Design Guidance
B
C
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
Turn-Off Signs are typically located opposite the start of the painted gore area. 300 mm x 450 mm 300 mm x 600 mm For multi-exit interchanges, the first Turn-Off Sign is located opposite the start of the painted gore area of the first (upstream) exit ramp. A second Turn-Off Sign shall be located near the painted gore of the second or downstream exit. The second sign may be ground-mounted or alternatively placed overhead on a structure, where applicable. /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY 'E n 3TREET .AME AND 2OUTE .UMBER WITH #ARDINAL $IRECTIONS AND .UMBERS 750 mm x variable width (Single Lane STOP-controlled exit) A A
s Name and/or route number of crossing roadways; C
' 2OADWAY )$ 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH #ARDINAL Directions
These signs are generally only installed on provincial highways in remote areas.
s On all approaches with higher speed roadways where signing for pedestrians is desirable.
s Hospital (unless displayed at the Advance and Turn-Off Sign locations); ' n 3TREET .AME WITH #ARDINAL Directions s Generic Airports Markers (unless made redundant by stand-alone signs);
The Exit Sign shall show the interchange number. Where no interchange number is used, the word “EXIT” shall be used to replace the interchange number. 3. When a non-provincial roadway does not have a number designation, the roadway can be identified by a local name written out A ' n 2OAD )$ n 3TREET .AME SAME ROADWAY IDENTIlCATION TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION The Exit Sign shall include a directional arrow to show whether the exit is to the left or right.
A
' n !DVANCE ,OW 3PEED 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGN WITH $ISTANCE ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH $ISTANCE
'E n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH .UMBERS
A
&IGURE %XAMPLE OF $ESTINATION 3IGNS
B
s “City Centre”;
A
s Cardinal direction(s) and/or destination(s) served; &IGURE %XAMPLE OF 4URN /FF 3IGN WITH )NFORMATION A
s Road geometry (e.g. cross-section, lane configuration, sight distance, etc.);
900 mm x 1800 mm ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH $ISTANCE
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY A
Design Guidance
' n 2OADWAY )$ n 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH $IRECTIONAL !RROWS /THER #ONSIDERATIONS
s “Business Area”;
' n $ESTINATION 3IGN 3INGLE Destination
450 mm x 750 mm 600 mm x 1050 mm 900 mm x 1500 mm
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
s Viewing distance constraints involving sign placement and the surrounding environment; and
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
s “Port of (Community Name)” (with no jurisdictional status); or
This section not used.
B
' n 2OADWAY )$ n 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH #ARDINAL $IRECTIONS
as either a one or two-line message. For a two-line message, the first line should consist of the official name of the road (e.g. Bowesville) and the second line should be the roadway designation (e.g. Road, Drive, Avenue, etc.) (Figure 8.12). Design Guidance Auxiliary Assurance Signs should be installed at 20 km intervals along routes through remote areas where the distance between qualifying communities is 50 km or greater. Regardless of the signing method chosen, consistency in sign placement and type should be carried out throughout the road network. 3UPPLEMENTARY $ESTINATION Signs
&IGURE Assurance Sign
s Location of the exit (left or right); and
s “Industrial Area” or “Industrial Park”.
s Posted speed limit. Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
600 mm x Variable Width
600 mm x Variable Width (OSPITAL -ARKERS
900 mm x 2400 mm
300 mm x Variable width (Single Lane STOP-controlled exit) 450 mm x variable width (Multi-lane, right turn chanellized, traffic control signal exits) 750 mm x Variable Width
900 mm x Variable Width
Design Guidance
s Lane configuration at the exit (overhead applications only). 600 mm x Variable Width 900 mm x Variable Width
For installation details refer to Tables 8.1 and 8.2.
Property Identification Markers
63 restriction to private property placement. They shall be placed at right angles to the highway so they may be read from both directions of travel. 1200 mm x 1800 mm 1200 mm x 2100 mm 1200 mm x 2400 mm 450 mm x Variable Width 0RIVATE 2OADWAY 3IGNS B On municipal roads, municipal logos or symbols identifying unique communities or areas within the municipality may be considered. $IFFERENT ROADWAY IDENTIlCATION TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT 0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND 0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
Service Markers
900 mm x 1800 mm ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH $ISTANCE These signs may not be used at intersections of two provincial routes or a provincial route and another public roadway. 600 mm x Variable Width 900 mm x Variable Width These signs should be installed approximately 30 m from the intersection on each approach to the private road or entrance. !DVANCE ,OW 3PEED 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS $IFFERENT ROADWAY TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT G208 &IGURE ' n 0RIVATE 2OADWAY 3IGN 'E n 3TREET .AME AND 2OUTE .UMBER WITH #ARDINAL $IRECTIONS AND .UMBERS Design Guidance
600 mm x variable width (Single Lane STOP-controlled exit) 900 mm x variable width (Multi-lane, right turn chanellized, traffic control signal exits) &IGURE !DVANCE (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY Identification Signs – Road 3TREET .AME /NLY G206
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS This Section Not Used.
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
Depending on the configuration of the intersection and the name or number of the departing roadways, up to three Advance High- Speed Roadway Identification Signs may be required as follows: &IGURE Assurance Signs A
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
B &IGURE !DVANCE (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS 3TREET .AME WITH 2OUTE
600 mm x Variable Width
All Service Markers identified on the freeway mainline should be repeated on the freeway off- ramp. On freeway off-ramps, Service Markers with directional arrow tabs can be installed independently, or grouped together on either an assembly or placed on a Services Marker Board. Services Marker Boards may be standalone or combined with other signs on a Guide and Information Sign Assembly. For additional information and guidelines on assembly requirements, refer to Chapter 8. For information on Service Markers and Services Marker Board sizes, refer to Chapter 4. 600 mm x Variable Width /THER #ONSIDERATIONS &IGURE !DVANCE (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS 2OUTE 7RITTEN /UT AS .AME G205 This Section Not Used. !DVANCE (IGH 3PEED 2OADWAY Identification Signs Qualification Criteria Design Guidance Applicable to all named and numbered roadways as outlined in Tables 8.1 and 8.2. In some situations, to identify numbered routes only, Route Markers may be used (Chapter 4). 900 mm x Variable Width Distances on the Auxiliary Assurance Sign(s) shall be measured from the sign location to the applicable seat of government (town or city hall) or, if none, the geographic centre of the built-up area. Distances shall be shown in kilometres, rounded up to the nearest whole number. !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION Advance High-Speed Roadway Identification Signs should be used on all roadways with a posted speed limit of 80 km/h and above. They should also be used on multi-lane approach roadways with a posted speed limit of 70 km/h. B ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 2OUTE .AME WITH $IRECTIONAL !RROWS 900 mm x Variable Width The signs shall not be used to direct road users from one provincial freeway to another. &IGURE 4URN /FF 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS FOR .ON 0ROVINCIAL 2OADWAYS 2OUTE 7RITTEN /UT AS .AME A ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 2OUTE .AME 600 mm x Variable Width Municipalities will be responsible for all costs associated with the manufacturing, installation and maintenance of these signs, including any damage after installation, no matter how it occurs. ' n !SSURANCE 3IGN n 4WO Destinations C ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH #ARDINAL Directions A ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 2OUTE .AME WITH $ISTANCE 900 mm x Variable Width ' n !SSURANCE 3IGN n /NE Destination &IGURE Assurance Signs A B G212
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
B Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
900 mm x 2400 mm ' 2OADWAY )$ 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH #ARDINAL Directions 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 'RADE 3EPARATION 3IGNS 900 mm x Variable Width G209 G210
3TREET .AME "LADE 3IGNS
900 mm x variable width (Multi-lane, right turn chanellized, traffic control signal exits) These signs provide direction to hospitals where an emergency unit is available 24 hr/7 days a week.
G207
G210e
' n $ESTINATION 3IGN 4WO Destinations ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME 2OUTE .UMBER WITH $IRECTIONAL Arrows G211e
Design Guidance
C &IGURE ' n %MERGENCY 3ERVICES 0ROPERTY )DENTIlCATION -ARKER Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
These signs are used to identify private roadways or entrances that intersect a provincial route. Only the next downstream qualified community shall be shown on an Auxiliary Assurance Sign, as per the first line of text on the Assurance Sign. A These signs identify and provide directional information to municipal destinations not on or immediately adjacent to the provincial freeway. Qualification Criteria
' n 2OADWAY )$ n 2OUTE .AME WITH $IRECTIONAL !RROWS ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME WITH $ISTANCE ' n !SSURANCE 3IGN n /NE Destination
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY 0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
B
3UPPLEMENTARY $ESTINATION Signs
Design Guidance
s One sign to identify the intersecting roadway opposite the approach, where its name or number is different from that of the approaching roadway; s One sign to identify the roadway to the left if it is different from the roadway to the right; and B
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY &IGURE ' n 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 'RADE 3EPARATION 3IGN C ' n 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH #ARDINAL $IRECTIONS 4URN /FF /NLY Qualification Criteria !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION
B G300 – 1 Destination 600 mm x Variable Width G301 – 2 Destinations 900 mm x Variable Width G302 – 3 Destinations 1200 mm x Variable Width
These signs are installed at low-speed, local intersections to identify the name(s) of the crossing roadway(s). They may also be used as supplementary signs at intersections between higher-speed roadways for the benefit of pedestrians. A 900 mm x Variable Width
Refer to Chapter 8 for additional design guidance.
Design Guidance
&IGURE Assurance Signs
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
0ASSING ,ANE 3IGNS
&IGURE ' n 2OAD )$ n 3TREET .AME Blade Qualification Criteria B
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
To qualify for Hospital signs: &IGURE %NHANCED "OUNDARY 3IGNS
&IGURE %XAMPLE OF $ESTINATION 3IGNS
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
D
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &ORMERLY )NCORPORATED -UNICIPALITY %NHANCED
These signs are permitted on provincial highways, secondary highways and tertiary roads.
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
!PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION These signs are used on provincial freeways, and may be considered on toll highways and expressways. Distances shown shall be measured from the sign location to the applicable seat of government (town or city hall) or, if none, the geographic centre of the downstream city.
s The Hospital must provide written confirmation that the emergency unit within the Hospital provides emergency 900 mm x 2400 mm (Multi-lane, right turn chanellized, traffic control signal exits) ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH #ARDINAL $IRECTIONS ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES %NHANCED One community for each direction of travel along the provincial highway and the distance to it shall be identified. The community to be identified shall be the closest qualified centre of population (Refer to Chapter 9) for each direction of travel. Where no suitable community exists, the sign shall be omitted. 900 mm x 1800 mm medical services and is specifically designated, staffed and equipped to care for persons requiring immediate or urgent assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of illness and injury and is open to the public 24hr/7days a week (as defined by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care); B A These signs should be installed on the far right side of the intersection, beyond the shoulder, facing the approaching roadway at single-lane STOP-controlled intersections. 900 mm x 2400 mm Boundary Signs shall consist of only the name of the formerly incorporated municipality or hamlet. 600 mm x 1200 mm 600 mm x 1500 mm 600 mm x 1800 mm 1800 mm x Variable Width (2-line community name) G220 Design Guidance
' n !SSURANCE 3IGN n /NE Destination 0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
These signs identify and provide directional information to municipal destinations not on or immediately adjacent to the provincial freeway.
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY Roadway Identification (Grade Separation) Signs identify the name or number of a roadway that is separated from the freeway with an overpass or underpass, but has no connection to the freeway. 900 mm x Variable Width /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
&IGURE ' n %MERGENCY 3ERVICES 4AB
A
' n $ESTINATION 3IGN 3INGLE Destination
Grid Reference or Street Address Information
s One sign to identify the roadway to the right if it is different from the roadway to the left. 3UPPLEMENTARY $ESTINATION Signs ' n !SSURANCE 3IGN n 4WO Destinations
A
1800 mm x Variable Width The signs are intended to discourage risky passing maneuvers on highway sections with restricted sight distances. The purpose of Passing Lane Signs is to inform motorists of either the start of or an upcoming opportunity to pass slower-moving vehicles.
B
600 mm x variable width (Single Lane STOP-controlled exit) 900 mm x variable width (Multi-lane, right turn chanellized, traffic control signal exits) 600 mm x Variable Width 900 mm x Variable Width
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY Tabs, when used, shall be the same width and colour as the Turn-Off sign they are placed beneath. /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY Distances shall be shown in kilometres, rounded up to the nearest whole number. Sign Assembly using two Roadway ID signs. 200 mm x Variable Width They may display one of the following, in descending order of preference: /THER #ONSIDERATIONS s Local name of roadway, where one exists; s Not on, or immediately adjacent to the provincial freeway, The signs identify a lower-tier, single-tier or formerly incorporated municipality that is:
Qualification Criteria
Qualification Criteria
200 mm x Variable Width
D
Advance High-Speed Roadway Identification Signs Roadway Identification Signs are generally located 500 m in advance of the intersection, beyond the right shoulder of the roadway. Advance High-Speed Roadway Identification Signs may be located overhead where road geometry, traffic conditions, or operational considerations identified through an engineering review and/or a human factors assessment justifies such placement. 900 mm x Variable Width 0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND Qualification Criteria 1500 mm x Variable Width G213
Sign Assembly using two Roadway ID signs. 900 mm x Variable Width
300 mm x 900 mm 300 mm x 1200 mm 300 mm x 1500 mm
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
ntified on a Supplemental ust have a Boundary Sign in ay leading to the community. ne destination qualifies for ng at an interchange, the he largest official population
&IGURE %NHANCED "OUNDARY 3IGNS
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &ORMERLY )NCORPORATED -UNICIPALITY %NHANCED
These signs are used on provincial freeways, and may be considered on toll highways and expressways.
&IGURE 4URN /FF 2OADWAY )DENTIlCATION 3IGNS FOR .ON 0ROVINCIAL 2OADWAYS 3TREET .AME /NLY ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME WITH $IRECTIONAL !RROWS These signs identify and provide directional information to municipal destinations not on or immediately adjacent to the provincial freeway. A These signs are used on provincial freeways, and may be considered on toll highways and expressways. ' n 2OADWAY )$ n 3TREET .AME ' n !SSURANCE 3IGN n 4HREE Destinations
600 mm x variable width Applicable to all named roadways as outlined in Tables 8.1 and 8.2.
Qualification Criteria 300 mm x Variable width (Single Lane STOP-controlled exit) 450 mm x variable width (Multi-lane, right turn chanellized, traffic control signal exits) 300 mm x 450 mm 300 mm x 600 mm G218
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
' n !SSURANCE 3IGN n 4WO Destinations Qualification Criteria G300 E
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
A
This Section Not Used. ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES %NHANCED /THER #ONSIDERATIONS 750 mm x variable width (Single Lane STOP-controlled exit)
G216
G217
G219
This Section Not Used.
s Name of geographic feature (e.g. Lake, River) served by the highway; or
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION B Assurance Signs shall be stand-alone, and not be combined with other signs.
B The signs identify a lower-tier, single-tier or formerly incorporated municipality that is:
- ./2 %!34 - $IRECTION W
Design Guidance
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &IRST .ATIONS %NHANCED
s Name chosen by written consensus of the affected residents. s Not displayed on a freeway Assurance Sign;
Qualification Criteria
Design Guidance
This Section Not Used. 900 mm x variable width (Multi-lane, right turn chanellized, traffic control signal exits) 0ERSONAL $IRECTION &INGERBOARD &IGURE %XAMPLE OF $ESTINATION 3IGNS
Boundary Signs for Upper-Tier, Lower-Tier and Single-Tier Municipalities Official names of eligible communities, as recognized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, shall be shown on all Boundary Signs. C ' n 4HREE $ESTINATIONS
These signs are used on freeways, and may be considered on toll highways and expressways.
1500 mm x Variable Width The Passing Lane Begins Sign and the Passing Lane Ahead 2 km, 5 km and 10 km Signs are used on two-lane roads, at the start of and in advance of locations where a third intermittent lane (taper) has been added for passing (e.g., a truck climbing lane or another passing lane). ' n !SSURANCE 3IGN n 4HREE Destinations These signs shall only be installed for the direction of travel where the lane has been added. 1800 mm x Variable Width
&IGURE %XAMPLE OF 4URN /FF 3IGN WITH )NFORMATION s Not displayed on Advance and Turn-Off Signs at an interchange; B &IGURE ' n !UXILIARY !SSURANCE 3IGN
s Not on, or immediately adjacent to the provincial freeway,
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS These signs are permitted on provincial highways, secondary highways and tertiary roads. /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
Street Name Blade Signs should be used:
&IGURE ' n 0ERSONAL $IRECTION Fingerboard
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS B
These signs shall not display the name of an individual, establishment or identifiable group, unless the personal name, name of the establishment or identifiable group is the same as the name of the lake, river, etc. serviced by the road. 'E n 3TREET .AME AND 2OUTE .UMBER WITH #ARDINAL $IRECTIONS AND .UMBERS
C
' n $ESTINATION 3IGN 4WO Destinations 1800 mm x Variable Width
ed municipalities must have municipal council of the gle-tier municipality in which n order to qualify for the sign.
s Not displayed on a freeway Assurance Sign;
B ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES %NHANCED &IGURE ' n $ESTINATION &INGERBOARD Sign
!UXILIARY !SSURANCE 3IGNS
s In residential areas on lower speed roadways. The signs should be placed in one quadrant of the intersection,
&IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &ORMERLY )NCORPORATED -UNICIPALITY "ASIC
s Located within a 40 km road distance of the provincial freeway; A C
300 mm x Variable width (Single Lane STOP-controlled exit) 450 mm x variable width (Multi-lane, right turn chanellized, traffic control signal exits) These signs are used on provincial highways to show the name and direction of a private establishment (cottage, private club, children’s camp, etc.) located along a private road. 0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND ' n 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH #ARDINAL $IRECTIONS 4URN /FF /NLY ' n $ESTINATION 3IGN 3INGLE Destination
!PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION
The signs identify a lower-tier, single-tier or formerly incorporated municipality that is:
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
This section not used.
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
s Not displayed on Advance and Turn-Off Signs at an interchange;
This Section Not Used.
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
!PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION
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One Roadway Identification (Grade Separation) Sign shall be installed for each direction of travel, immediately in advance of the overpass or underpass beyond the right shoulder. ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &IRST .ATIONS %NHANCED
C
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
s Accessed by a crossing roadway from a freeway interchange;
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
&IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES "ASIC
600 mm x Variable Width s Not on, or immediately adjacent to the provincial freeway, s Not displayed on a freeway Assurance Sign;
)NSTALLATION
These signs should be installed approximately 15 m from the intersection on each approach to the private road or entrance.
s Located within a 40 km road distance of the provincial freeway;
1800 mm x Variable Width (2-line community name)
If an agreement for naming the roadway cannot be reached, only a “THIS IS A PRIVATE ROAD” Sign (Chapter 17) shall be installed.
600 mm x Variable Width Auxiliary Assurance Signs are used in addition to Assurance Signs to reassure motorists, traveling on long sections of highway in remote areas that they are on the correct route. Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME &IGURE %NHANCED "OUNDARY 3IGNS These signs provide road users with auxiliary destination and distance information for control cities. /THER #ONSIDERATIONS This Section Not Used. /THER #ONSIDERATIONS G302 Boundary Signs for Upper-Tier, Lower-Tier and Single-Tier Municipalities
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
Variable Height x Variable Width 600 mm x Variable Width (up to 60 km/h) 900 mm x Variable Width (70 to 90 km/h) 300 mm x 900 mm 300 mm x 1200 mm 300 mm x 1500 mm
be installed between ill show the name of only gns shall only be installed terchange that forms part and appropriate route to the
Design Guidance
s Located on or immediately adjacent to the crossing roadway; s Not located beyond another provincial freeway; andAble to provide a range of essential road users services (e.g. food, fuel and accommodation). B 450 mm x Variable Width G303 750 mm x variable width (Single Lane STOP-controlled exit)
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
F
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n -ULTIPLE )NTERCHANGES %NHANCED
600 mm x Variable Width 1500 mm x Variable Width
s Accessed by a crossing roadway from a freeway interchange;
!PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION 300 mm x 1200 mm 300 mm x 1500 mm
2100 mm x Variable Width Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
Message content shall include only the official name of the destination, the term “Via” and the appropriate crossing roadway.
(OSPITAL -ARKERS Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
G305 600 mm x variable width (Single Lane STOP-controlled exit) 900 mm x variable width (Multi-lane, right turn chanellized, traffic control signal exits) 1800 mm x Variable Width
450 900
900 mm x Variable Width (up to 60 km/h) 1200 mm x Variable Width (70 to 90 km/h) G306
These signs shall not be used:
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES %NHANCED
' n !SSURANCE 3IGN n 4HREE Destinations G301
G304 900 mm x 2400 mm (Multi-lane, right turn chanellized, traffic control signal exits)
G307
2100 mm x Variable Width The Passing Lane 2 km, 5 km and 10 km Ahead Signs should be installed at the appropriate distance upstream of the beginning of the taper, to indicate the distance to the next passing lane. 2400 mm x Variable Width ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES %NHANCED The signs should only be used where there is adequate road distance between the sign and the beginning of the taper for the truck climbing lane or passing lane. /THER #ONSIDERATIONS The Passing Lane Ahead Sign (no distance) is installed at the beginning of the taper, to indicate to motorists the start of a passing lane. ' n 2EMOTE $OWNTOWN n /N (IGHWAY G308
s Not displayed on Advance and Turn-Off Signs at an interchange;
s Located on or immediately adjacent to the crossing roadway;
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
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C
900 mm x variable width (Multi-lane, right turn chanellized, traffic control signal exits) Boundary Signs shall consist of only the name of the formerly incorporated municipality or hamlet.
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS
First Nations /THER #ONSIDERATIONS s At the intersection of two provincial highways; C This Section Not Used. C s At channelized intersections of a provincial highway and a public roadway; Design Guidance s When there is a Private Roadway Sign installed at the intersection; and 2400 mm x Variable Width (3-line community name) ' n 4HREE $ESTINATIONS
s Be paved
Boundary Signs for Upper-Tier, Lower-Tier and Single-Tier Municipalities Interchange Number Tabs shall be used where appropriate.
C s Not located beyond another provincial freeway; andAble to provide a range of essential road users services (e.g. food, fuel and accommodation). - ./2 %!34 - $IRECTION W !PPLICATION AN ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &ORME )NCORPORATED -UNICIPALITY %NH
s Located within a 40 km road distance of the provincial freeway;
The official names of First Nations territories, as recognized by the Federal Department of Indian Affairs, shall be shown on their Boundary Signs. Names shall generally be displayed as follows:
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
This Section Not Used.
&IGURE %NHANCED "OUNDARY 3IGNS
D
This Section Not Used. Boundary Signs shall consist of only the name of the formerly incorporated municipality or hamlet. ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES %NHANCED Official names of eligible communities, as recognized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, shall be shown on all Boundary Signs. A
installed where space is not ve noted location.
B Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
' n $ESTINATION 3IGN 4WO Destinations
1800 mm x Variable Width
D
' n 0ROVINCIAL (IGHWAY WITH #ARDINAL $IRECTIONS 4URN /FF /NLY ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &ORMERLY )NCORPORATED -UNICIPALITY %NHANCED
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
&IGURE Advance Destination Signs
&IGURE ' n -ULTIPLE )NTERCHANGE
The slogan or welcoming message shall be limited to one line of text, shown at the bottom of the sign using blue text on a white retroreflective background. Letter height and borders shall conform to specifications in the applicable Master Sign Template. Internet addresses, telephone numbers and other similar messages shall not be permitted on the sign. ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n -ULTIPLE )NTERCHANGES %NHANCED
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS
C
s Accessed by a crossing roadway from a freeway interchange; D
F
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 3INGLE 4IER ,OWER 4IER %NHANCED
Official names of eligible communities, as recognized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, shall be shown on all Boundary Signs. &IGURE ' n 3UPPLEMENTARY Destination Sign
A
&IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &ORMERLY )NCORPORATED -UNICIPALITY "ASIC
"OUNDARY 3IGN )NTERCHANGES "ASIC
&IGURE %NHANCED "OUNDARY 3IGNS
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &ORMERLY )NCORPORATED -UNICIPALITY %NHANCED
These signs provide direction to hospitals where an emergency unit is available 24 hr/7 days a week. A
This Section Not Used. Destination Fingerboard &IGURE Remote Downtown Signs
direct route available should te may be different for avel. Only one route shall direction of travel from a
&IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n
s Located on or immediately adjacent to the crossing roadway; &IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &ORMERLY )NCORPORATED -UNICIPALITY "ASIC
' n 3INGLE $ESTINATION
3INGLE 4IER,OWER 4IER "ASIC
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
Provincial Freew
A
&IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &IRST .ATIONS "ASIC &IGURE ' n $OWNTOWN #ITY #ENTRE or Business SectionTabs !DVANCE4URN /FF
A
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES %NHANCED &IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES "ASIC
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
Carpool Lot mark express lanes of
2100 mm x Variable Width
&IGURE %NHANCED "OUNDARY 3IGNS
D
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &ORMERLY )NCORPORATED -UNICIPALITY %NHANCED
2400 mm x Variable Width (3-line community name)
s Not located beyond another provincial freeway; andAble to provide a range of essential road users services (e.g. food, fuel and accommodation). Boundary Signs shall consist of only the name of the formerly incorporated municipality or hamlet. Variable Height x Variable Width A /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
&IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES "ASIC
s When there is a Roadway Identification Sign installed at the intersection.
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
1800 mm x Variable Width (2-line community name) These signs are used on single lane, non- provincial STOP-controlled roadways that intersect provincial highways to provide road users on the approaching roadway with direction and distance to nearby communities located along the provincial highway.
1800 mm x Variable Width
destination must be nation Sign at the freeway ance of decision points nation.
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS Boundary Signs for Upper-Tier, Lower-Tier and Single-Tier Municipalities This Section Not Used. Official names of eligible communities, as recognized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, shall be shown on all Boundary Signs. 1800 mm x Variable Width
600 mm x variable width (Single Lane STOP-controlled exit) 900 mm x variable width (Multi-lane, right turn chanellized, traffic control signal exits) 1800 mm x Variable Width The industrial area or port signs with appropriate advance and turn-off arrows should be placed below the Roadway Identification Signs as part of a Guide and Information Sign Assembly. Enhanced Boundary Signs All communities that qualify for boundary signs may choose to participate in the Enhanced Boundary Sign Program. The communities will be responsible for any additional cost associated with the manufacturing, installation and maintenance of the Enhanced Boundary Sign. When installing the signs on their own supports, a Port and/or Industrial Area Sign with an advance arrow is located downstream of the Advance Roadway Identification Sign and a Port and/or Industrial Area Sign with a turn-off arrow is located upstream of the Turn-Off Roadway Identification Sign. 1800 mm x Variable Width G312
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
2100 mm x Variable Width 900 mm x Variable Width (up to 60 km/h) 1200 mm x Variable Width (70 to 90 km/h)
This Section Not Used. Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
900 mm x 2400 mm (Multi-lane, right turn chanellized, traffic control signal exits) C 1800 mm x Variable Width Variable Height x Variable Width
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES %NHANCED
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &IRST . %NHANCED Carpool Lot mark Freeway Compo where present.
Qualification Criteria
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS Design Guidance application is received, the fourth applicant must contact the owners of the other three signed establishments and, as a group, they must When more than three applications for Personal Direction Fingerboards are received, or if three Personal Direction Fingerboards are already installed at the intersection and a fourth G315
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1800 mm x Variable Width 300 mm x Variable Width (up to 60 km/h) 450 mm x Variable Width (70 to 90 km/h) Design Guidance All logos shall be retroreflective and be provided by the service centre lesee. Logo panels shall be affixed to the Service Centre signs as prescribed in the Master Sign Template. G314
&IGURE ' n .EXT &REEWAY 3ERVICE Centre Sign
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 3INGLE 4IER ,OWER 4IER %NHANCED
Refer to Chapter 8 for additional design guidance. 1800 mm x Variable Width E ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &IRST .ATIONS %NHANCED First Nations
Message content is subject to the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. 2400 mm x Variable Width
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
Sign(s) must be installed by d authority(s) along the main
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &IRST .ATIONS %NHANCED The official names of First Nations territories, as recognized by the Federal Department of Indian Affairs, shall be shown on their Boundary Signs. Names shall generally be displayed as follows: 0ORT AND )NDUSTRIAL !REA 3IGNS 0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND G311
450 900 present, markers or grouped toget
1800 mm x Variable Width G309
G310
G313
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES %NHANCED &IGURE Remote Downtown Signs ' n 2EMOTE $OWNTOWN n /N (IGHWAY ' n 2EMOTE $OWNTOWN n /FF (IGH A 1200 mm x 2400 mm G317
First Nations
To qualify for Hospital signs: Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
E &IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &ORMERLY )NCORPORATED -UNICIPALITY "ASIC
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
1500 mm x Variable Width
The official names of First Nations territories, as recognized by the Federal Department of Indian Affairs, shall be shown on their Boundary Signs. Names shall generally be displayed as follows: 1800 mm x Variable Width (2-line community name) 1800 mm x Variable Width (2-line community name) B ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES %NHANCED 3INGLE 4IER,OWER 4IER "ASIC &IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n
Formerly Incorporated Municipalities
Messages that attempt to direct or control traffic are not permitted.
municipality prior to any d on a provincial freeway.
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS
Multiple Interchange Boundary Signs Decorative Municipal Display Signs are applicable to: For additional information regarding Destination Signs refer to Chapter 9.
Text on the sign is to be centred. ' n 4WO $ESTINATIONS
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY Qualification Criteria
300 mm x Variable Width (up to 60 km/h) 450 mm x Variable Width (70 to 90 km/h)
Boundary Signs for formerly incorporated municipalities shall consist of the approved locally known name of the formerly incorporated municipality. s The municipality is served by two or more freeway interchanges; B &IGURE ' n &REEWAY 3ERVICE #ENTRE %XIT 3IGN
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS
B
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
Trailblazing is pro
Destination Signs to ports and industrial areas are used to direct commercial vehicles along designated routes to these facilities.
s The Hospital must provide written confirmation that the emergency unit within the Hospital provides emergency Logos cannot be used as a trailblazer symbol to direct road users to a destination within the municipality’s boundary. This Section Not Used. &IGURE ' n $OWNTOWN #ITY #ENTRE or Business Area Signs s Bays. In addition, they may be installed to identify other geographic features.
&IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n In no case shall the sign be installed upstream of the preceding interchange. 3INGLE 4IER,OWER 4IER "ASIC &IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES "ASIC
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS submit an application for a Private Roadway Sign (and, therefore, must choose collectively a road name). The Private Roadway Sign will effectively replace the existing three Personal Direction Fingerboards.
B These signs are applicable to a roadway approaching the intersection of provincial highway, and may also be considered at an approach to another municipal road.
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &IRST .ATIONS %NHANCED Alternatively, these signs may either be grouped with other Destination Signs into an assembly or installed on their own supports. /THER #ONSIDERATIONS
&IGURE ' n $OWNTOWN #ITY #ENTRE or Business SectionTabs !DVANCE4URN /FF 1500 mm x 3600 mm
&IGURE ' n %MERGENCY 3ERVICES 4AB
No indication of the prior municipal status of a formerly incorporated municipality shall be provided (e.g. “Former City of ……”). &IGURE ' n 4O $OWNTOWN OR #ITY #ENTRE FROM !IRPORT 3IGN
When the number of interchanges servicing a lower-tier or single-tier municipality or First Nations territory is more than one, but fewer than nine, the number of interchanges may be added on the Boundary Sign as a separate line. s Upper-tier, lower-tier and single-tier municipalities; s First Nations territories; and s Formerly incorporated municipalities. Municipalities that qualify for a decorative municipal display may give up their option to install a display, in either one or both directions of travel, to a hamlet or unincorporated C community within their boundary. The decision on which hamlet or unincorporated community to sign (in place of the municipality) shall be at the discretion of the municipality.
E
1800 mm x Variable Width
&IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &IRST .ATIONS "ASIC
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
Provincial Highw
2100 mm x Variable Width Auxiliary Assurance Signs shall be stand-alone, and shall not be combined with other signs to form assemblies.
1800 mm x Variable Width
1800 mm x Variable Width (2-line community name) Qualification Criteria
s The port or industrial area is accessible from the freeway; and
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
&IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &IRST .ATIONS "ASIC ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES %NHANCED
B
Where the downtown, city centre or business area of the municipality is remote from the municipal limits, a Remote Downtown – Off Highway Sign or Remote Downtown – On Highway Sign may be used respectively under the following conditions: &IGURE ' n #ORPORATE &REEWAY #OMPOSITE 3ERVICES "OARD
86 medical services and is specifically designated, staffed and equipped to care for persons requiring immediate or urgent assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of illness and injury and is open to the public 24hr/7days a week (as defined by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care); Commercial content (e.g. sponsorship by, or promotion of, a commercial enterprise) is not permitted. Messages referencing another community outside the boundaries of the applicable community are not permitted. The logo, crest, coat-of-arm and/or slogan or welcoming message should be chosen and officially endorsed by Municipal Council. An equivalent French Language version of the slogan or welcoming message is required in Designated Bilingual Areas. 2400 mm x Variable Width Only those features with approved names may be considered for signs. /THER #ONSIDERATIONS Words such as “RIVER” and “LAKE” may be abbreviated to “R.” and “L.”, as appropriate (Figure 8.28). This Section Not Used. Where the roadway physically crosses a feature or is adjacent to it, one sign may be provided at the feature for each direction of travel. Design Guidance Design Guidance All logos shall be retroreflective and be provided by the service centre lesee. Logo panels shall be affixed to the Service Centre signs as prescribed in the Master Sign Template. &IGURE ' n &REEWAY 3ERVICE #ENTRE %XIT 3IGN G322
F &IGURE ' n .EXT &REEWAY 3E Centre Sign ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n -ULTIP )NTERCHANGES %NHANCED Carpool Lot Mark in both directions Carpool Lot. Thes Turn-Off Markers
Design Guidance
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
Variable Height x Variable Width
Lower-tier and single-tier municipalities and First Nations territories qualify for these signs if they meet the following criteria:
All logos shall be retroreflective and be provided by the service centre lesee.
s The port or industrial area is designated within the municipality’s Official Plan.
F
1800 mm x Variable Width ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n -ULTIPLE )NTERCHANGES %NHANCED s They have a designated port and/or industrial area within their Official Plan;
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
&IGURE ' n .EXT &REEWAY 3ERVICE Centre Sign
B
200 mm x Variable Width ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 5PPER 4IER LINES %NHANCED
The Enhanced Boundary Sign will include all of the elements of a “basic” Boundary Sign plus any of the following: 1800 mm x Variable Width Signs are applicable to major airports only (Chapter 12). Trailblazing is to be provided by the municipality on its roadways, as needed. 0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND .ATURAL &EATURE )DENTIlCATION Signs
First Nations 1800 mm x Variable Width
Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
2400 mm x Variable Width (3-line community name) Logo panels shall be affixed to the Service Centre signs as prescribed in the Master Sign Template.
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY Upper-tier municipalities, formerly incorporated municipalities and hamlets do not qualify for these signs.
Design Guidance
1800 mm x Variable Width
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY /NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
F
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n -ULTIPLE )NTERCHANGES %NHANCED 1500 mm x Variable Width The officially recognized name of the port or industrial area, or the official name of the municipality where the port or industrial area is located, may be displayed on the sign. Text on the sign is to be centred. G320 2400 mm x Variable Width When the number of interchanges servicing a lower-tier or single-tier municipality or First Nations territory is more than one, but fewer than nine, the number of interchanges may be added on the Boundary Sign as a separate line. /THER #ONSIDERATIONS 2400 mm x Variable Width (3-line community name) The following markers are eligible for display on the Services Marker Board: &IGURE ' n 0ORT OR )NDUSTRIAL !REA Sign Multiple Interchange Boundary Signs s They have a designated truck route leading to these facilities; and s There is more than one exit serving the community. These signs shall not be used to direct traffic from one provincial highway to another. Formerly incorporated municipalities and hamlets do not qualify for these signs.
1500 mm x Variable Width The official names of First Nations territories, as recognized by the Federal Department of Indian Affairs, shall be shown on their Boundary Signs. Names shall generally be displayed as follows: Book 8 s 'UIDE AND )NFORMATION 3IGNS n 6OLUME
Multiple Interchange Boundary Signs 2400 mm x Variable Width (3-line community name) No indication of the prior municipal status of a formerly incorporated municipality shall be provided (e.g. “Former City of ……”). When the number of interchanges servicing a lower-tier or single-tier municipality or First Nations territory is more than one, but fewer than nine, the number of interchanges may be added on the Boundary Sign as a separate line. Boundary Signs for formerly incorporated municipalities shall consist of the approved locally known name of the formerly incorporated municipality. 2400 mm x Variable Width (3-line community name) Formerly Incorporated Municipalities C B G319
s When th roadway, in 500 m The turn- entrance s Where th intersect is installe intersect located a
300 mm x Variable Width (up to 60 km/h) 450 mm x Variable Width (70 to 90 km/h) s To supplement the Destination Sign when the downtown, city centre, town centre or business area is located off the highway and is accessible via a crossing roadway; or 3600 mm x 6000 mm G324
1800 mm x Variable Width
1200 mm x 2400 mm
1200 mm x 2400 mm
!PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION 2400 mm x Variable Width G323 The term “Industrial Park” may be substituted for “Industrial Area”, where applicable. &IGURE ' n &REEWAY 3ERVICE #ENTRE 4URN /FF 3IGN The municipality may choose to sign either the same exit or a different exit for each direction, but only one exit will be signed per direction of travel. 1200 mm x 1500 mm 1500 mm x 3600 mm &IGURE ' n #ORPORATE &REEWAY #OMPOSITE 3ERVICES "OARD
s A coat-of-arms or community logo; and/ or ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n -ULTIPLE )NTERCHANGES %NHANCED Only the downtown of the largest municipality in the vicinity served by a freeway, or by a crossing roadway that intersects with a freeway, should be signed. Design Guidance
G318
s A community welcoming message or slogan profiling a unique feature. &IGURE 0ORT AND )NDUSTRIAL !REA 3IGNS These signs identify natural features which are either adjacent to, or which the highway crosses. G321
G325
Formerly Incorporated Municipalities
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 3INGLE 4IER ,OWER 4IER %NHANCED
F
Boundary Signs for formerly incorporated municipalities shall consist of the approved locally known name of the formerly incorporated municipality. No indication of the prior municipal status of a formerly incorporated municipality shall be provided (e.g. “Former City of ……”). C A
ance
&IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &IGURE Remote Downtown Signs
B &IGURE ' n &REEWAY 3ERVICE #ENTRE %XIT 3IGN
' n 2EMOTE $OWNTOWN n /FF (IGH
2400 mm x Variable Width 1500 mm x 3600 mm
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 3INGLE 4IER ,OWER 4IER %NHANCED
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
3INGLE 4IER,OWER 4IER "ASIC ' n 2EMOTE $OWNTOWN n /N (IGHWAY
To qualify for a Decorative Municipal Display Sign on a provincial freeway, the MTO will require a Municipal Council Resolution. s Used on its own when the remote downtown, city centre, town centre or business area is located on the highway. In addition, the community shall be: Where the downtown, city centre or business area of the municipality is remote from the municipal limits, a Remote Downtown – Off Highway Sign or Remote Downtown – On Highway Sign may be used respectively under the following conditions: s Bisected by, or abutting, a provincial freeway; and /THER #ONSIDERATIONS &IGURE ' n 'ENERIC &REEWAY #OMPOSITE 3ERVICES "OARD
Qualification Criteria
This Section Not Used.
Signs should not be installed where other information, such as Guide and Information, Destination or Assurance Signs serve the same purpose. A ' n 0ORT 3IGN !DVANCE4URN /FF
n $OWNTOWN #ITY #ENTRE r Business SectionTabs !DVANCE4URN /FF
/THER #ONSIDERATIONS &IGURE ' n #ORPORATE &REEWA #OMPOSITE 3ERVICES "OA
The community logo, crest or coat-of-arms may be shown in colour. This portion of the sign should use contrasting colours and shall be retroreflective. The size of a logo, crest or coat-of-arms shall be limited to that specified in the Master Sign Template. The logo, crest or coat-of-arms shall be placed either to the left or to the right of the community name. !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION These signs are applicable to provincial highways. Official names of geographic features used on Natural Feature Identification Signs shall be sourced from those approved by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources Geographic Names Board’s geo-index at:
&IGURE ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n &IRST .ATIONS "ASIC ' n )NDUSTRIAL !REA 4AB !DVANCE 4URN /FF
Hamlets do not qualify for Enhanced Boundary Signs on freeways. &IGURE ' n .ATURAL &EATURE Identification Sign 0ORT AND )NDUSTRIAL !REA 3IGNS
' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 3INGLE 4IER ,OWER 4IER %NHANCED
This Section Not Used.
When used, Remote Downtown Signs should be located 150 m downstream of the Municipal Boundary Sign.
2400 mm x Variable Width s Emergency Services Identification Markers (Chapter 11); !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION This Section Not Used. Municipalities are free to choose whether to use the term “Industrial Area”, “Industrial Park”, or “Port” to describe the area being signed. s Road User Services Markers (Chapter 13);and Only one industrial area and one port may be signed within a municipality. The municipality will choose the route to be signed. It may choose to sign the same intersection or a different intersection for each direction, but only one route will be signed for each direction of travel. s Major Traffic Generator Markers (Chapter 15). 2400 mm x Variable Width Markers placed on the Services Marker Board may indicate the start of a route or be used as a Trailblazer Marker at key decision-points along a route. /THER #ONSIDERATIONS This Section Not Used. G328 ' n "OUNDARY 3IGN n 3INGLE 4IER ,OWER 4IER %NHANCED s Public Transportation Services Identification Markers (Chapter 12); /THER #ONSIDERATIONS This Section Not Used.
$ECORATIVE -UNICIPAL $ISPLAY Signs
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
Only one industrial area and one port should be signed within any one community. However, the industrial area or port may qualify for signs on more than one freeway. The sign should be placed a minimum of 200 m downstream of the applicable community Boundary Sign and/or Downtown, City Centre or Business Area Sign. 1200 mm x 3600 mm The port and/or industrial area must be included on the Destination Signs provided at the freeway off-ramp (Chapter 7). G402
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/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY
2100 mm x Variable Width
The sign may be installed on the roadway exiting the airport, prior to the first decision-point that forms part of the intended route to the downtown. Additional signs may be provided in advance of subsequent decision points, where required. http://www.onterm.gov.on.ca/geo/entry_e.asp !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY 2400 mm x Variable Width
These signs are used to provide road users with directional guidance to ports and industrial areas. 300 mm x 1200 mm 300 mm x 1500 mm 300 mm x 1800 mm 1200 mm x 1500 mm
s To supplement the Destination Sign when the downtown, city centre, town centre or business area is located off the highway and is accessible via a crossing roadway; or Each qualified community is entitled to one decorative municipal display for each direction of travel, where space permits. When multiple municipalities or First Nations groups are involved, endorsements from each municipal or First Nations council are necessary. s Accessible from the provincial freeway. s Used on its own when the remote downtown, city centre, town centre or business area is located on the highway. G403 3600 mm x 6000 mm
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
1200 mm x 2400 mm
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1800 mm x Variable Width
Decorative Municipal Display Signs allow communities to identify themselves to road users in a manner that is unique and aesthetically pleasing using natural features. 3600 mm x 6000 mm &IGURE ' n 'ENERIC &REEWAY #OMPOSITE 3ERVICES "OARD
300 mm x Variable Width (up to 60 km/h) 450 mm x Variable Width (70 to 90 km/h) G327
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0 mm x Variable Width (up to 60 km/h) 0 mm x Variable Width (70 to 90 km/h)
1200 mm x 2400 mm
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450 mm x Variable Width (up to 60 km/h) G330
Qualification Criteria /THER #ONSIDERATIONS
1500 mm x Variable Width
G326
G331
1200 mm x 1500 mm G404
&IGURE ' n &REEWAY 3ERVICE #ENTRE 4URN /FF 3IGN
Formerly Incorporated Municipalities
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This Section Not Used. Natural Feature Identification Signs may be installed on all provincial routes to identify the following watercourses and bodies of water: Only one route to the downtown from the airport shall be signed. 600 mm x Variable Width (70 to 90 km/h)
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These signs may be used on freeways, toll highways and expressways. This Section Not Used.
Boundary Signs for formerly incorporated municipalities shall consist of the approved locally known name of the formerly incorporated municipality.
2100 mm x Variable Width /THER #ONSIDERATIONS
3600 mm x 6000 mm
DERATIONS
Qualification Criteria
Multiple Interchange Boundary Signs
Trailblazing is to be provided by the municipality on its roadways, as needed. s Lakes;
&IGURE ' n &REEWAY 3ERVICE #ENTRE 4URN /FF 3IGN
This Section Not Used.
These signs are not permitted on the express lanes of a complex freeway and shall not be used to direct traffic from one provincial freeway to another provincial freeway. 1200 mm x 3600 mm
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wntown, city centre or business nicipality is remote from the s, a Remote Downtown – Off or Remote Downtown – On may be used respectively under onditions:
When used, Remote Downtown Signs should be located 150 m downstream of the Municipal Boundary Sign.
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These signs are used on freeways, and may be considered on toll highways and expressways.
2100 mm x Variable Width !PPLICATION AND )NSTALLATION
/NTARIO 4RAFlC -ANUAL s -AY When the number of interchanges servicing a lower-tier or single-tier municipality or First Nations territory is more than one, but fewer than nine, the number of interchanges may be added on the Boundary Sign as a separate line. Services Marker Boards
s Rivers;
Services Marker Boards are applicable where two or more markers pertaining to services, major attractions and/or destinations are required. 4O $OWNTOWN FROM !IRPORT Signs Markers should be grouped by direction of turn (through, left, right, as applicable). Signs to downtowns provide unfamiliar road users with directional guidance to downtown centres from major airports. Services Marker Boards incorporating the appropriate advance and turn-off markers should be placed below Roadway Identification Signs and/or Destination Signs to form a Guide and Information Sign Assembly. Qualification Criteria 0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
Design Guidance s Creeks;
Trailblazing is to be provided by the municipality on its roadways, as needed.
atstraffic.ca No indication of the prior municipal status of a formerly incorporated municipality shall be provided (e.g. “Former City of ……”). 1200 mm x 2400 mm
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Where necessary, a maximum of two successive routes may be identified on the sign (e.g. Follow 427 South/Gardiner East). s Ponds; and
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ATS Traffic Product Catalogue Lower-tier and single-tier municipalities and First Nations territories qualify for these signs if:
0URPOSE AND "ACKGROUND
3600 mm x 6000 mm
Services Marker Boards are used to display groups of markers and tabs at or approaching intersections, making them more conspicuous and easier to read. Individual Service Markers are attached to Services Marker Boards to provide road users with information about services, major attractions and major traffic generators served
plement the Destination Sign he downtown, city centre, town or business area is located off the y and is accessible via a crossing ay; or
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The term “City Centre” may be substituted for the term “Downtown”, where applicable.
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n its own when the remote own, city centre, town centre or
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