There are many ways you can help save lives on Highway 69
Our journey to improve Highway 69 safety
Hwy 69 connection to Sudbury southeast bypass, Sudbury
Location: Carling (Ontario)
Type of Work: Two to four-lane widening
South junction of Hwy 529 northerly, Pointe au Baril
Type of Work: Two to four-lane widening, New bridge, New culvert
North of Hwy 559, northerly, Nobel
Type of Work: Two to four-lane widening
Our journey working with government to improve Highway 69 safety
7/1/2023 • Government & Partners Government
First phase of road improvements and enhanced enforcement begins
2/1/2023 • Multiple Parties Government
Created formal advisory board with government, community, and expert members
11/15/2022 • Ministry of Transportation Ontario Government
Our findings presented to MTO officials; commitment received for review
5/10/2022 • Community Government
Over 10,000 signatures collected requesting government action
3/20/2022 • Research Team Government
Comprehensive report shows 42 fatalities and 128 serious injuries over 5 years
1/15/2022 • Community Government
Community members come together to address safety concerns
Hear from community members and supporters
This initiative has given us hope. Finally, someone is listening to our concerns about road safety. The data-driven approach shows how serious this problem really is.
Sarah Mitchell
The research and advocacy work here is exemplary. This is exactly the kind of community-led initiative that drives policy change.
Dr. James Chen
Highway 69 safety affects us all. Supporting this cause is supporting our community and our families' wellbeing.
Michael Thompson
See how Highway 69 Save Lives initiative is making a difference
Fatalities
42 deaths
Lives lost on Highway 69 over the past 5 years
Serious Injuries
128 injuries
People seriously injured requiring hospitalization
Community Members Engaged
1,200+ members
People actively involved in advocacy efforts
Petitions Signed
10,000 signatures
Signatures on our main safety petition
Critical accident hotspots on Highway 69
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45.851926, -80.561459
Multiple fatal accidents at this blind curve with limited visibility
Accident Type: Curve/Speed Related
Last Incident: 6/15/2022
45.913647, -80.572847
Confusing merge area with high-speed collisions
Accident Type: Merge Related
Last Incident: 8/20/2022
45.493690, -80.198265
Long downhill section causing brake failure incidents
Accident Type: Grade Related
Last Incident: 1/10/2023
