How close can you park to a crosswalk or a Yield sign?

Park 5 metres (16 feet) or more from the nearest side of a marked crosswalk. The same 5 metres applies to a Stop sign, a Yield sign and a fire hydrant.

Source: Driver’s Guide: Cars and Light Trucks (Government of Alberta, Spring 2026), Parking: Do not park here, page 58

Practice question

A vehicle parks next to a marked crosswalk. What is the shortest legal distance from the nearest side of it?

1. 11 metre
2. 25 metres (16 feet)
3. 32 metres
4. 43.5 metres