Toronto Police Report Concerning 28% Increase in Traffic Fatalities in 2026

Toronto police are reporting a concerning increase in traffic fatalities in 2026 — up 28% compared to last year.

“Driving is a shared responsibility on the roadway and [motorists] have to share that responsibility with pedestrians, with cyclists, with motorcyclists, and other road users,” Sgt. Murray Campbell told CBC News.

“It doesn’t matter whether you’re [in the] right or wrong, getting involved in a collision is going to hurt. It’s either going to hurt your wallet, or it’s going to hurt by injuring somebody or taking a life. People need to be aware of that.”

According to police data, which looked at fatal collisions between Jan. 1 and June 1, pedestrian and motorcyclist deaths made up a greater portion of this year’s current total of 23.

Car Accident Near You in Toronto? Next Steps

Following a car accident in Toronto, you should:

1. Avoid the accident area so that officials can safely investigate.
2. Reduce speed appropriately when passing emergency vehicles.
3. Remain vigilant when travelling past the accident area.

Your Rights After a Car Accident in Toronto

If you’re injured in a car accident in Toronto — whether as a driver, passenger, cyclist, or pedestrian — you may be entitled to:

• Accident benefits under Ontario’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS).
• Additional compensation through a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Ontario imposes strict timelines — some insurer deadlines are days after an accident. Speak to a Toronto personal injury lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP before accepting a settlement.