Quebec’s provincial police are reminding motorists to exercise extra care on the province’s roads as the annual construction holiday draws to a close in early August. The warning comes as road crews prepare to resume work that was temporarily suspended for the summer, a pause that can alter traffic patterns and increase the risk of accidents.
The construction holiday, a long‑standing tradition in Quebec, temporarily halts most road‑building projects during the peak vacation season. While the break reduces disruption for travelers, it also leaves many roadways without the usual signage, lane markings or protective barriers that are typically installed while work is underway. As crews return to the field, drivers may encounter new lane configurations, reduced speed limits and workers and equipment operating close to traffic.
Police officials are urging drivers to stay alert, obey posted signs and reduce speed when approaching work zones. They stress that heightened vigilance can help prevent collisions that tend to rise when construction resumes after the summer lull. The message is part of a broader effort to maintain safety on Quebec’s highways during a period when traffic volumes remain high.
The provincial police have not provided specific statistics on recent incidents, but the advisory reflects a pattern of increased road collisions that often follows the end of the construction pause. By emphasizing caution now, authorities aim to mitigate that trend and ensure a smoother transition back to normal road‑work conditions.
Motorists are asked to plan extra travel time, keep a safe following distance and be prepared for unexpected changes in road layout. The police’s call for careful driving is intended to protect both the public and the workers returning to the roads after the summer break.
As Quebec moves out of its construction holiday, the province’s focus shifts from holiday travel to the safe resumption of essential infrastructure projects, with police urging the public to share in that responsibility.