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Lane reversal signals · Sign shapes and colours

Lane reversal signals (continued)

  • Vehicle moving from red X lane to green arrow lane
    Vehicle moving from red X lane to green arrow lane

Sign shapes and colours

The word or symbol on traffic regulation signs tell the driver what can or cannot be done at a specific location or time, and provide information. The shape and colour will vary depending on the type of message.

Traffic regulation signs include those that show right-of-way and road access that is permitted or prohibited. They also show control of speed, turns, direction of travel, passing, traffic lanes, parking, and crosswalks.

Red circle and slash on white backgroundSquare shapeAction or activity within the circle is not permitted.
Green circle on white backgroundSquare shapeAction or activity within circle is permitted.
Regulatory message on white backgroundRectangle shapeRegulatory message such as speed limit.
Fluorescent yellow green backgroundPentagon shapeIndicates school zone/area.
White message on black backgroundSquare shapeIndicates lane control.
Information or picture on orange backgroundDiamond shapeProvides construction area information.

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Reproduced from the Driver's Guide: cars and light trucks (Spring 2026), Government of Alberta.

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