Accessible Sidewalk Construction Zones for Blind and Low Vision Pedestrians

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A pilot that sends real-time audio guidance about sidewalk closures and detours in construction zones to blind and low-vision pedestrians through the BlindSquare app.

Status
Pilot
Location
Toronto, Ontario (approximate location)
Lead organization
City of Toronto
Partners
BlindSquare, CNIB, Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN), Transnomis Solutions

Winner of the 2026 ITS Canada Intelligent Mobility Award for Social Responsibility and Accessibility.

Source: https://www.itscanada.ca/education/its-canada-awards-celebration-2026.html

Last updated: November 2026. View this project on the ITS Canada Project Map