‘Traffic referees’ officiating Toronto streets during rush hour (opens original article in a new tab)

In Toronto, self-appointed 'traffic referees' enforce road rules during rush hour by issuing yellow and red cards to drivers, aiming to improve safety and community engagement around the FIFA World Cup.

• Self-appointed 'traffic referees' issue yellow and red cards to drivers violating traffic rules at a Toronto intersection
• The referees, Martin Reis and Pascal Murphy, use FIFA World Cup themes to enforce road safety during rush hour
• Pedestrians and tourists have responded positively to the initiative, noting improved safety and community engagement