Toronto's automated speed enforcement cameras will be completely removed from city streets by the end of November 2025, marking a significant shift in the city's approach to traffic safety.
Camera Removal Timeline and Details
The speed camera program, which has been operational across Toronto, will see all units deactivated and removed by November 30, 2025. This decision comes after several years of the cameras being deployed in school zones and community safety zones throughout the city.
Vehicles were captured passing these enforcement cameras as recently as September 2025, according to Canadian Press documentation. The cameras have been a visible presence on Toronto streets, particularly in areas where speeding has been identified as a significant safety concern.
Impact on Traffic Enforcement
The removal of speed cameras represents a major change in how Toronto approaches traffic enforcement. These automated systems have been responsible for issuing thousands of speeding tickets to drivers exceeding posted limits in designated safety zones.
With the cameras being removed, questions arise about how the city will maintain traffic safety standards and enforce speed limits in problematic areas. The decision to remove the cameras comes amid ongoing discussions about the effectiveness of automated enforcement versus traditional police patrols.
What Comes Next for Road Safety
As Toronto prepares to remove its speed cameras by the end of the month, residents and commuters are wondering what alternative measures might be implemented to ensure road safety remains a priority.
The city will need to develop new strategies to address speeding concerns, particularly in school zones and residential areas where the cameras were most frequently deployed. This change represents an opportunity for Toronto to reevaluate its comprehensive approach to traffic safety and enforcement.
