The City of Ottawa uses video cameras to monitor traffic at various intersections throughout the City. The video is sent to the Traffic Control Center where Traffic Operators can modify the timing of traffic signals when congestion from high traffic volumes, collisions, or construction occurs. This allows us to operate the traffic signals in the most efficient manner and to permit commuters to view traffic conditions.
The video images are captured every 6 seconds and are being displayed in real time.
There are 2 ways to select an intersection for viewing: