The Mayor of Ritchot says safety improvements will be made in between two schools in Ile des Chenes.

Chris Ewen explains there is a crosswalk along Dumaine Road located between Ecole Ile des Chenes and Gabrielle Roy.

"We're seeing a lot more traffic by students and teachers," explains Ewen. "Even during the lunchtime when they are having to go grab a quick bite at one of our local businesses."

Ewen says this is a heavy traffic area and they want to make sure the crosswalk is well lit during the day and night.

"What we wanted to do was add a bit more of a flashing point," he says.

Crews will install a flashing light and also repaint the lines.

Ewen suggests they wanted the project to happen sooner, but the arrival of winter came quicker than expected. He doesn't know when the lines will be painted but says the light should be added by the end of the year. Installing the light will cost about $7,000.