Quebec provincial police are reminding motorists to exercise heightened caution on the province’s roadways as the annual construction holiday draws to a close, a warning issued Monday morning.
The construction holiday, a scheduled pause that temporarily halts many road‑work projects each summer, has altered traffic patterns across the region. With the break ending, work crews are set to resume activities, introducing lane shifts, temporary signage and reduced speed zones that could affect driver expectations.
Police officials emphasized that the resumption of construction coincides with the peak of summer traffic, a period that traditionally sees an increase in vehicle volume and a corresponding rise in collision risk. To mitigate this, officers plan to increase patrols in areas where work is restarting and will enforce existing traffic regulations more stringently.
Motorists are advised to stay alert for construction workers, obey all posted signs, and be prepared for possible detours or narrowed lanes. The police also suggested that drivers allow extra travel time, especially on routes known for extensive road‑work activity, and consider alternative paths when feasible.
The construction holiday, which typically spans several weeks, is intended to give workers a break and reduce prolonged disruption to commuters. As projects pick up again, temporary conditions are expected to persist for some time before full lane configurations are restored.
By issuing this advisory, Quebec police aim to lower the number of road collisions that can arise from sudden changes in roadway conditions during the busy summer driving season. The message underscores the importance of driver vigilance as construction activities resume across the province.