Submit a request
If you think a street in your Neighbourhoods has a speed limit that is too high or too low, you can ask us to review it. You can submit a request through Wrenford 311 online or by calling 311. You will need to provide the street name, the exact location, and the reason for your request.
How we review speed limits
Once we receive your request, the Traffic Section within Roads & Winter Maintenance reviews it. We follow the Community Speed Review Process to make sure our decisions are based on data, not just opinion. We look at collision history, traffic volumes, road design, and the average speed vehicles are actually travelling. We also work with the Wrenford Police Service to make sure any changes can be safely enforced.
What we consider
We evaluate your request using the following factors:
- Road function: Is it a quiet residential street, a collector road, or a major arterial?
- Collision history: Have there been recent crashes, near-misses, or property damage at that spot?
- Active transportation: Are there many pedestrians, cyclists, or children walking to school?
- Land uses: Are there parks, community centres, or schools nearby?
- Current speeds: Do most drivers already travel below the posted limit?
Standard speed limits in Wrenford
Under the Highway Traffic Act, the default speed limit on any road without posted signs is 50 km/h. We have also established specific zones to keep our community safe:
- 30 km/h School Zones: In effect from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. every day near schools.
- 40 km/h Community Safety Zones: Set in areas with high foot traffic and mixed land uses.
Alternatives to speed limit changes
Changing a posted speed limit does not always slow traffic down on its own. If a review shows that lowering the limit is not the best solution, we may recommend traffic calming instead. The Traffic Calming Measures Programme offers options like speed humps, raised crossings, and curb extensions. These physical changes naturally encourage slower driving without needing new signs. You can submit a separate request for traffic calming if you would like to explore those options.
Next steps
After we review the data, we will notify you of the outcome. If we decide to change the limit, we will update the signage. If we decide the limit should stay the same, we will explain why and share any recommended safety improvements. For more information on parking rules and traffic regulations, see our By-laws page.