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Warning signs

A warning sign is a traffic sign that alerts drivers to a potential danger or change in road conditions ahead, giving them enough time to slow down and react safely. These signs warn about hazards such as sharp bends, pedestrian crossings, slippery surfaces, merging traffic, animals on the road, or upcoming intersections. Their purpose is not to forbid or command anything, but simply to prepare drivers for situations that require extra attention.


Stop and give way. Give way. Give way ahead. Stop and give way ahead. Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad. Crossroad ahead, give way. Warning for a side road from the left. Warning for a side road from the right. Warning for a roundabout. Warning for an uncontrolled T-junction. Warning for an uncontrolled Y-junction. Warning for a hairpin bend to the left. Warning for a hairpin bend to the right. Warning for a curve to the left. Warning for a curve to the right. Warning for a sharp curve to the left. Warning for a sharp curve to the right. Warning for a double curve, first left then right. Warning for a double curve, first right then left. Warning for sharp curves, first left then right. Warning for sharp curves, first right then left. Warning for curves. Warning for a road narrowing. Warning for a road narrowing on the left. Warning for a road narrowing on the right. Warning for a road with two-way traffic. Warning for a steep descent. Warning for traffic lights ahead. Warning for strong crosswinds. Warning for a speed limit ahead. Warning for a height restriction. Warning for a narrowing. Warning for an obstacle, pass left or right. Warning for an obstacle, pass either side. Warning for a divided road. Warning for the end of a divided road. Warning for two roads that merge. Warning for a side road merging with the main road. Warning for cattle on the road. Warning for crossing deer. Warning for moose on the road. Warning for reindeer on the road. Warning for a playground. Warning for children. Warning for pedestrians. Warning for skiers. Warning for equestrians. Warning for a railway crossing without barriers. Warning for a railway crossing with one track.
How should I recognise hazard warnings in Canada?

Typical Ontario hazard warnings are yellow diamonds with black symbols; temporary-condition signs form another group.

🔗 icbc.com • ICBC — Learn to Drive Smart, March2026; signs, road rules, observation and hazard precautions; provincial example

How should I react to a pedestrian warning in Canada?

Ontario example: Reduce speed, look along both sides of the road and be ready to stop. The warning identifies a pedestrian hazard ahead; children, people with limited mobility or others may enter the road unexpectedly.

🔗 icbc.com • ICBC — Learn to Drive Smart, March2026; signs, road rules, observation and hazard precautions; provincial example

Does a traffic-lights-ahead warning require an immediate stop in Canada?

Ontario example: No. A warning sign is not an automatic STOP instruction and does not create a new numerical speed limit. Reduce speed when necessary, look for a queue or a concealed signal, and obey the traffic lights and any separate speed or stop signs.

🔗 icbc.com • ICBC — Learn to Drive Smart, March2026; signs, road rules, observation and hazard precautions; provincial example

1. Stop and give way

This traffic sign means stop and give way. You must come to a complete stop before entering the intersection and give way to traffic that has priority. Proceed only when it is safe.

Stop and give way.

English • Québec P-10 • Stop. Come to a complete stop at the stop line or before entering the junction, and proceed only when safe. The Québec catalogue also permits the word STOP.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Regulatory signs poster, April 2026, p. 1
🔗 Legisquebec.gouv.qc.ca • Québec · Road signs regulation C-24.2, r. 41, section 7 (official consolidation, 1 May 2026) (FR)

SVG source: Transports Quebec — Government of Quebec • Public domain • Original revision 2025-01-21. Wikimedia original unmodified.

2. Give way

This traffic sign means give way. Slow down and give way to traffic that has priority. Stop if necessary and proceed only when it is safe.

Give way.

English • Québec P-20-1 • Give way. Give way to traffic on the priority road. Slow down and stop if needed before entering safely.

3. Give way ahead

This traffic sign indicates give way ahead. A give-way requirement applies at the location ahead. Reduce speed in good time and be prepared to stop if necessary.

Give way ahead.

English • Québec D-20 • Give way ahead. A give-way sign is ahead. Be prepared to give way and stop if necessary.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-08. Wikimedia original unmodified.

4. Stop and give way ahead

This traffic sign indicates stop and give way ahead. A stop sign applies at the location ahead. Reduce speed in good time and be prepared to come to a complete stop.

Stop and give way ahead.

English • Québec D-10-1 • Stop ahead. A stop sign is ahead. Be prepared to make a complete stop at the signed stopping point.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-02. Wikimedia original unmodified.

5. Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an uncontrolled crossroad. An intersection without traffic signals or signs assigning priority lies ahead. Reduce speed, watch for traffic approaching from other directions and follow the applicable local priority rules.

Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.

English • Québec D-170-1 • Crossroad. A crossroad is ahead. The warning does not itself assign right of way.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Quebec — Government of Quebec • Public domain • Original revision 2024-11-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

6. Crossroad ahead, give way

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a crossroad, give way. It alerts drivers that they are approaching an intersection where they must give way to traffic on the main road. Drivers should slow down and prepare to stop if needed.

Crossroad ahead, give way.

English • Québec D-170-10 • Intersection with a divided road. The road ahead crosses a divided road. The horizontal strip represents the separation between its carriageways; it is not a priority-road symbol.

7. Warning for a side road from the left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a side road from the left. A side road joins the road ahead from the left at an uncontrolled junction. Reduce speed, watch for traffic entering from the side road and follow the applicable default priority rules.

Warning for a side road from the left.

English • Québec D-170-3 • Side road on the left. A side road joins from the left ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Quebec — Government of Quebec • Public domain • Original revision 2024-11-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

8. Warning for a side road from the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a side road from the right. A side road joins the road ahead from the right at an uncontrolled junction. Reduce speed, watch for traffic entering from the side road and follow the applicable default priority rules.

Warning for a side road from the right.

English • Québec D-170-4-D • Side road on the right. A side road joins from the right ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Quebec — Government of Quebec • Public domain • Original revision 2024-11-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

9. Warning for a roundabout

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a roundabout. A roundabout lies ahead. Reduce speed and follow the applicable priority signs, traffic signals and local roundabout rules when approaching and entering it.

Warning for a roundabout.

English • Québec D-170-13 • Roundabout ahead. A roundabout is ahead. Slow down and follow the controls at its entrance.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

10. Warning for an uncontrolled T-junction

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an uncontrolled T-junction. The road ends at an intersection where no traffic signs or signals assign priority. Reduce speed and follow the applicable default priority rules.

Warning for an uncontrolled T-junction.

English • Québec D-170-2 • T-junction. The road ends at a T-junction ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Quebec — Government of Quebec • Public domain • Original revision 2024-11-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

11. Warning for an uncontrolled Y-junction

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an uncontrolled Y-junction. The road divides or meets another road at a Y-shaped intersection where no signs or signals assign priority. Reduce speed and follow the applicable default priority rules.

Warning for an uncontrolled Y-junction.

English • Québec D-170-6 • Y-junction. A Y-shaped junction is ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Quebec — Government of Quebec • Public domain • Original revision 2024-11-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

12. Warning for a hairpin bend to the left

This traffic sign warns of a hairpin bend to the left. The road ahead makes a very sharp turn, so reduce speed and be prepared to steer sharply to the left.

Warning for a hairpin bend to the left.

English • Québec D-110-6-G • Hairpin bend to the left. A very tight left-hand bend is ahead. Reduce speed before the bend.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

13. Warning for a hairpin bend to the right

This traffic sign warns of a hairpin bend to the right. The road ahead makes a very sharp turn, so reduce speed and be prepared to steer sharply to the right.

Warning for a hairpin bend to the right.

English • Québec D-110-6-D • Hairpin bend to the right. A very tight right-hand bend is ahead. Reduce speed before the bend.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

14. Warning for a curve to the left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a curve to the left. A left-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

Warning for a curve to the left.

English • Québec D-110-2-G • Curve to the left. The road curves to the left ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

15. Warning for a curve to the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a curve to the right. A right-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

Warning for a curve to the right.

English • Québec D-110-2-D • Curve to the right. The road curves to the right ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

16. Warning for a sharp curve to the left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a sharp curve to the left. A tight left-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, remain within your lane and use smooth steering.

Warning for a sharp curve to the left.

English • Québec D-110-1-G • Sharp turn to the left. A sharp left-hand turn is ahead. Reduce speed before the turn.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

17. Warning for a sharp curve to the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a sharp curve to the right. A tight right-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, remain within your lane and use smooth steering, particularly when visibility or road grip is reduced.

Warning for a sharp curve to the right.

English • Québec D-110-1-D • Sharp turn to the right. A sharp right-hand turn is ahead. Reduce speed before the turn.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

18. Warning for a double curve, first left then right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive curves, with the first curve to the left. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and be prepared for further changes in direction.

Warning for a double curve, first left then right.

English • Québec D-110-4-G • Reverse curves: left then right. Two successive curves are ahead, first to the left and then to the right.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

19. Warning for a double curve, first right then left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive curves, with the first curve to the right. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and be prepared for further changes in direction.

Warning for a double curve, first right then left.

English • Québec D-110-4-D • Reverse curves: right then left. Two successive curves are ahead, first to the right and then to the left.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

20. Warning for sharp curves, first left then right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive sharp curves, with the first curve to the left. Reduce speed before entering the winding section and be prepared for rapid changes in direction.

Warning for sharp curves, first left then right.

English • Québec D-110-3-G • Reverse turns: left then right. Two successive sharp turns are ahead, first to the left and then to the right.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

21. Warning for sharp curves, first right then left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive sharp curves, with the first curve to the right. Reduce speed before entering the winding section and be prepared for rapid changes in direction.

Warning for sharp curves, first right then left.

English • Québec D-110-3-D • Reverse turns: right then left. Two successive sharp turns are ahead, first to the right and then to the left.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

22. Warning for curves

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a series of curves. One or more changes in direction lie ahead and may occur in quick succession. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

Warning for curves.

English • Québec D-110-5-D • Winding road. Several curves are ahead, beginning to the right. Reduce speed.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

23. Warning for a road narrowing

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing. The available width of the road or carriageway decreases ahead. Reduce speed, maintain sufficient lateral clearance and watch carefully for approaching or adjacent traffic.

Warning for a road narrowing.

English • Québec D-210-1 • Road narrows on both sides. The road narrows from both sides ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

24. Warning for a road narrowing on the left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing on the left. The available road width decreases from the left side ahead. Reduce speed, follow the lane markings and maintain sufficient clearance from other traffic and the road edge.

Warning for a road narrowing on the left.

English • Québec D-210-2-G • Road narrows from the left. The road narrows from the left ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

25. Warning for a road narrowing on the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing on the right. The available road width decreases from the right side ahead. Reduce speed, follow the lane markings and maintain sufficient clearance from other traffic and the road edge.

Warning for a road narrowing on the right.

English • Québec D-210-2-D • Road narrows from the right. The road narrows from the right ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

26. Warning for a road with two-way traffic

This traffic sign indicates a warning for two-way traffic. Oncoming traffic will use the same road or carriageway ahead. Keep to the correct side of the road and overtake only where it is permitted and clearly safe.

Warning for a road with two-way traffic.

English • Québec D-80-1 • Two-way traffic ahead. Traffic travelling in the opposite direction will be encountered ahead. Keep to your side of the road.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-08. Wikimedia original unmodified.

27. Warning for a steep descent

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep descent. A steep downhill gradient lies ahead and the vehicle may gain speed quickly. Reduce speed before the descent, select a suitable gear and use engine braking where appropriate. Allow extra distance for heavy or towing vehicles.

Warning for a steep descent.

English • Québec D-230-1 family • Steep descent. A steep downhill section is ahead. Control your speed before descending. The illustration shows a placeholder percentage, so no actual gradient can be read from it. The sign family is confirmed; some details of this illustration were not fully matched to the reviewed standard.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

28. Warning for traffic lights ahead

This traffic sign indicates a warning for traffic lights ahead. Traffic signals are located ahead and may not be visible early enough without advance warning. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop if the signal requires it.

Warning for traffic lights ahead.

English • Québec D-50-1 • Traffic lights ahead. Traffic lights are ahead. Be prepared to stop.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-08. Wikimedia original unmodified.

29. Warning for strong crosswinds

This traffic sign indicates a warning for strong crosswinds. Side winds may suddenly affect vehicle stability and steering. Reduce speed, keep a firm but controlled grip on the steering wheel and take extra care with high-sided vehicles, motorcycles and trailers.

Warning for strong crosswinds.

English • Québec D-61-1 • Strong gusts. Strong wind gusts may affect vehicles in this area. Reduce speed as conditions require and maintain control. The sign family is confirmed; some details of this illustration were not fully matched to the reviewed standard.

30. Warning for a speed limit ahead

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a speed limit ahead. It warns drivers that a speed limit will apply shortly. Reduce speed in good time so that you comply with the indicated limit when you reach the speed limit sign.

Warning for a speed limit ahead.

English • Québec D-70 • 30 km/h speed limit ahead. A maximum speed limit of 30 km/h is ahead. Adjust speed before reaching the regulatory speed-limit sign.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-08. Wikimedia original unmodified.

31. Warning for a height restriction

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a height restriction. The available clearance ahead is limited, for example at a bridge, tunnel or other overhead structure. Drivers of tall vehicles should check their vehicle height and use another route if the vehicle cannot pass safely.

Warning for a height restriction.

English • Québec D-190-1 family • Restricted height ahead. A height restriction is ahead. Check the clearance on the actual sign against the height of your vehicle and load. X,Y m is a placeholder, not a usable clearance value. The sign family is confirmed; some details of this illustration were not fully matched to the reviewed standard.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

32. Warning for a narrowing

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a narrowing ahead. The available road width decreases ahead. Reduce speed when necessary and be prepared for less lateral space between vehicles, obstacles or the road edge.

Warning for a narrowing.

English • Québec D-200 • Narrow passage. A narrow passage or structure is ahead. Slow down and watch for oncoming traffic.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

33. Warning for an obstacle, pass left or right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an obstacle where you have to pass left or right. It alerts drivers to a fixed obstacle in the roadway—such as a traffic island, bollard, or construction zone—where vehicles are permitted to pass on either side.

Warning for an obstacle, pass left or right.

English • Québec D-130-2 • Turn left or right at the obstruction. A particularly hazardous point or T-junction requires a change of direction. Follow the road to the left or right as indicated; do not continue straight into the obstruction.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

34. Warning for an obstacle, pass either side

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an obstacle that may be passed on either side. A fixed obstacle or traffic island lies ahead. Pass on either permitted side while following the lane markings and any additional signs.

Warning for an obstacle, pass either side.

English • Québec D-90-3 • Road splits around an obstruction. The roadway splits around an obstruction ahead. Follow the signed direction and lane markings on the appropriate side.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-08. Wikimedia original unmodified.

35. Warning for a divided road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a divided road. The road ahead separates into carriageways for opposing directions of traffic, usually divided by a central reservation or traffic island. Follow the lane markings and adjust your position to the new road layout.

Warning for a divided road.

English • Québec D-90-1 • Divided road begins. A median or physical separation between opposing traffic begins ahead. Keep to the right-hand carriageway.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-08. Wikimedia original unmodified.

36. Warning for the end of a divided road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for the end of a divided road. The separation between opposing directions of traffic ends ahead, and oncoming traffic will no longer be divided by a central reservation. Reduce speed and adjust to the new road layout.

Warning for the end of a divided road.

English • Québec D-90-2 • Divided road ends. The median separating opposing traffic ends ahead. Be prepared for two-way traffic on an undivided road.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-08. Wikimedia original unmodified.

37. Warning for two roads that merge

This traffic sign indicates a warning for two roads that merge. Two traffic streams join ahead. Adjust your speed and position, maintain a safe gap and be prepared for vehicles merging into the traffic flow.

Warning for two roads that merge.

English • Québec D-140-3 • Roads converge. Two roads converge ahead. Be prepared to merge as their traffic streams come together.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

38. Warning for a side road merging with the main road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a side road merging with the main road. Traffic from a side road joins the traffic flow ahead. Stay alert, maintain a safe gap and adjust your speed when necessary to allow traffic to merge safely.

Warning for a side road merging with the main road.

English • Québec D-140-1-D • Merging traffic from the right. Traffic from the right joins the same carriageway ahead. Watch for vehicles merging.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

39. Warning for cattle on the road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for cattle. Cattle or other livestock may be crossing, walking along or standing near the road. Reduce speed, be prepared to stop and avoid sudden movements or unnecessary use of the horn that could startle the animals.

Warning for cattle on the road.

English • Québec D-270-17 • Farm animals crossing. Farm animals, shown here as cattle, may cross the road ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

40. Warning for crossing deer

This traffic sign indicates a warning for crossing deer. Deer or other wild animals may enter the road unexpectedly, especially around dawn or dusk. Reduce speed, watch the roadside carefully and be prepared for more than one animal to cross.

Warning for crossing deer.

English • Québec D-270-13 • Deer. Deer may be on or crossing the road ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Quebec — Government of Quebec • Public domain • Original revision 2024-11-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

41. Warning for moose on the road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for moose. Moose may cross or stand on the road unexpectedly and can present a serious collision hazard because of their large size. Reduce speed and watch the roadside carefully, particularly around dawn and dusk.

Warning for moose on the road.

English • Québec D-270-14 • Moose. Moose may be on or crossing the road ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Quebec — Government of Quebec • Public domain • Original revision 2024-11-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

42. Warning for reindeer on the road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for reindeer. Reindeer may cross or stand on the road and can move in groups, so one animal may be followed by others. Reduce speed, remain alert and be prepared to stop.

Warning for reindeer on the road.

English • Québec D-270-15 • Caribou. Caribou may be on or crossing the road ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Quebec — Government of Quebec • Public domain • Original revision 2024-11-13. Wikimedia original unmodified.

43. Warning for a playground

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a playground. Children may be playing close to the road and may enter or cross it unexpectedly. Reduce speed, watch the roadside carefully and be prepared to stop.

Warning for a playground.

English • Québec D-270-3-D • Playground or children’s crossing ahead. A playground or a crossing used by children near a playground is ahead. Watch for children and obey any posted speed limit.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-12. Wikimedia original unmodified.

44. Warning for children

This traffic sign indicates a warning for children. Children may be present on or near the road and may cross unexpectedly. Reduce speed, scan both sides of the road carefully and be prepared to stop.

Warning for children.

English • Québec D-270-1-D • School crossing or school zone ahead. A school zone or a school crossing is ahead. Watch for children. Obey any separately posted speed limit and operating times; the warning symbol alone does not give one nationwide limit.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1
🔗 Icbc.com • ICBC · Learn to Drive Smart, signs chapter, PDF p. 6 / printed p. 34 (EN)

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2020-10-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.

45. Warning for pedestrians

This traffic sign indicates a warning for pedestrians. Pedestrians may be walking near or crossing the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully and be prepared to stop.

Warning for pedestrians.

English • Québec D-270-2-D • Pedestrian crossing ahead. A pedestrian crossing is ahead. Slow down and be prepared to stop for people crossing.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-12. Wikimedia original unmodified.

46. Warning for skiers

This traffic sign indicates a warning for skiers. Skiers may cross or move close to the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully for people entering the roadway and be prepared to stop.

Warning for skiers.

47. Warning for equestrians

This traffic sign indicates a warning for equestrians. Horse riders may be on or near the road ahead. Reduce speed, allow plenty of space and avoid unnecessary use of the horn or sudden movements that could startle a horse.

Warning for equestrians.

English • Québec D-270-12 • Horse riders crossing. Horse riders may cross the road ahead.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

48. Warning for a railway crossing without barriers

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing without barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing where railway tracks cross the road and no barriers or gates are present to stop traffic. Drivers should slow down and look both ways for trains.

Warning for a railway crossing without barriers.

English • Québec D-180-1 • Railway crossing ahead. A railway crossing is ahead. Look for trains, signals and any stop or give-way controls at the crossing.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Cdn-contenu.quebec.ca • Québec MTMD · Danger signs poster, April 2026, p. 1

SVG source: Transports Québec • Public domain • Original revision 2013-08-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

49. Warning for a railway crossing with one track

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with one track. It alerts drivers to a level crossing where a single railway track crosses the road. Drivers should approach with caution and be prepared to stop, even if no barriers or warning lights are active.

Warning for a railway crossing with one track.

English • Railway crossbuck • Railway crossing. This sign marks a railway crossing. Give way to trains, check both directions and stop when necessary or when required by crossing controls. Do not enter unless you can clear the tracks.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Sgi.sk.ca • SGI · Saskatchewan Driver’s Handbook 2025

SVG source: Transportation Association of Canada • Public domain • Original revision 2019-12-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.