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Old 05-28-2009, 02:11 PM   #17
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Originally Posted by Shazam View Post
I think jaywalkers are also at fault in Alberta. They certainly don't have the right of way.
There is a bit more to it for the rules. What we consider a legal crossing here is j-walking in Winnipeg.

In Manitoba a pedestrian must signal his intention to cross, and wait for traffic to see him before proceeding. So if I were to be walking down the sidewalk, turn and cross in a marked crosswalk with lights; but fail to press the button.... in Winnipeg that would go as my fault. In Calgary it's the vehicle's fault.

I just find it gives pedestrians a healthier respect for cars.
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