Brampton Boosts Safety: 50 New Speed Cameras to Curb Reckless Driving!

Brampton, Canada - Brampton is taking a bold step towards safer roads with the addition of 50 new Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras scattered across the city. This initiative, designed to help curb reckless driving, aligns with Brampton’s commitment to creating a safer environment for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists alike. The city’s ASE program aims to improve overall road safety by increasing compliance with speed limits and altering driver behavior.

Reports indicate that since the inception of the ASE program, there has been an average decrease in vehicular speeds across all camera sites of 6.5 km/h, with some locations recording a reduction of up to 18 km/h. This is not just numbers on paper; actual data show that a camera on Howard Stewart Road documented a vehicle traveling at a staggering 133 km/h in a 40 km/h zone, right in front of Whaley’s Corners Public School. Similarly, the highest recorded speed was a jaw-dropping 144 km/h on Heart Lake Road, which is more than 100 km/h over the posted limit, emphasizing the urgent need for such enforcement measures.

Safety First

As noted by Brampton.ca, the ASE program uses advanced technology, including cameras and speed measurement devices, to capture images of vehicles exceeding speed limits in designated school and community safety zones. This innovative approach does a good deal to promote awareness and compliance. When a vehicle speeds, the registered plate holder receives a ticket, with fines in safety zones structured quite strictly. For example, speeding just 1 to 19 km/h over the limit incurs a fine of $5.00 per km.

Since launching its first notification sign on December 19, 2019, Brampton has become one of the pioneers of ASE initiatives in Ontario. Currently, the city operates 150 cameras, with plans to expand this number to 185 by summer 2025. To further bolster this initiative, Brampton opened a new ASE Processing Centre in September 2024 aimed at expediting the management of traffic infractions and enhancing road safety.

Community Impact

The presence of ASE cameras contributes not only to immediate enforcement but also to long-term behavioral changes among motorists. According to VERRA Mobility, the advanced technology used in speed safety camera programs helps foster a culture of safe driving habits. When communities adopt these enforcement programs, driver awareness of speed limits increases, leading to fewer speeding incidents overall. A safer driving environment benefits everyone, from motorists to pedestrians, particularly in bustling areas like schools and community parks.

The data supporting speed safety measures is compelling. The ASE program’s effectiveness is amplified when combined with public awareness campaigns about the dangers of speeding. With all these measures in play, it’s clear that Brampton is not just talking the talk but also walking the walk in ensuring the well-being of its residents.

For more information about the Automated Speed Enforcement program and to see how it can improve your drive around Brampton, visit Brampton.ca.