# DIY Crosswalk Sparks Safety Debate | Canada News

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Podcast: [Canada News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/canada-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7590263)
Published: 2026-07-12T22:58:54+00:00
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A Saskatoon resident took matters into his own hands by painting a crosswalk to boost pedestrian safety—only to have the city remove it and bill him for cleanup. Derek Cameron’s bold move sparked community support and highlighted a bigger issue: how cities can better collaborate with residents to implement faster, cheaper safety upgrades. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bee73d3f4623620b

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