Toronto police officers will be keeping a close eye on pedestrians this week during a safety campaign aimed at reducing pedestrian collisions.

The “Step up and Be Safe” initiative follows a particularly dangerous week for pedestrians in the GTA which saw two fatalities and seven injuries.

Police officers will aim to educate the public about how to reduce pedestrian collisions during the week-long blitz.

Officials say pedestrian fatalities account for half of all traffic fatalities in Toronto and this year alone, 19 pedestrians have died on city streets.

Police say they will be focusing on seniors during the safety blitz, which account for more than 30 per cent of pedestrian fatalities.

The campaign will continue through to Nov. 11.