Black River-Matheson Reduces Rural Highway Speed Limit to 60 km/h
The Township of Black River-Matheson has amended Traffic By-Law 2021-089, lowering the speed limit on rural highways within township boundaries from 80 km/h to 60 km/h. According to a public notice dated July 23, 2025, the speed limit on municipal roads remains 50 km/h.
The public notice states that the change is intended to enhance road safety, particularly for vulnerable road users, and to align with updated speed limits. The amendment was signed by John H. Lei, Clerk for the Township of Black River-Matheson.
The notice does not provide specific details about how the new speed limits will be implemented or enforced. For further information, the notice directs residents to contact the Town Manager.