A rural road has no sidewalk. Which side is a pedestrian walking along that road required to use, and why does it matter to you as a driver approaching?

Correct answer: C. The left side, facing oncoming traffic — so a lawfully walking pedestrian should be facing you as you approach

Section 179(1) requires a pedestrian walking along a highway with no sidewalk to walk on the left side, facing oncoming traffic, as close to the left edge as possible. As a driver, that means a pedestrian walking correctly should be facing you when you approach from ahead on their side — someone facing away from you, walking with their back to traffic, is walking against the rule and may be less aware of vehicles approaching from behind them.

Source: MTO Driver's Handbook: Highway Traffic Act, Part XI (Pedestrians) — Section 179, duties of a pedestrian walking along a highway