Might be the law, however this is pretty ambigious. It is standard pratcise to use the "flash" as a "go ahead" signal (used at stop signs, lane changes etc). You also use the "flash" to warn drivers ahead of you (going in your direction) if their headlights are OFF at night.
On a related note, high-beam flashing wasn't what I first thought of when I read the title of the post 
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These are the rules
Use of passing beam
168. When on a highway at any time when lighted lamps are required to be displayed on vehicles, the driver of a motor vehicle equipped with multiple beam headlamps shall use the lower or passing beam when,
(a) approaching an oncoming vehicle within 150 metres; or
(b) following another vehicle within 60 metres, except when in the act of overtaking and passing. R.S.O. 1990, c. H.8, s. 168.
Alternating beams
Emergency vehicles
169. (1) Despite section 168, highbeam headlamps that produce alternating flashes of white light may be used by a public utility emergency vehicle while responding to an emergency and by an emergency vehicle as defined in subsection 144 (1). R.S.O. 1990, c. H.8, s. 169 (1).
Alternating highbeams on other vehicles prohibited
(2) No person shall use highbeam headlamps that produce alternating flashes of white light on any vehicle other than a vehicle referred to in subsection (1). R.S.O. 1990, c. H.8, s. 169 (2).
The way I understand is section 169 says you shouldn't install any "headlamps that produce alternating flashes of white light " automatically. I don't think this says you shouldn't flash!
Then again, as per Section 168, use of the high beams - even to flash - is not allowed!
I assume there is a confusion in understanding between 'use of High Beam' and 'Flashing' of High Beam. I suppose the flashing of High Beam as mentioned by BL is a standard practise. Also, the same was supported by the police officer on the City TV News program - I dont think it would have been the case if it was illegal.
Hiren
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Originally posted by BlueLobster
On a related note, high-beam flashing wasn't what I first thought of when I read the title of the post
Good to know that i am not the only one.
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Mumbai Maazi Ladki ...
Location: Greater Toronto Arena
Posted on: 17-02-08 12:34:17
i just don't do it ... just avoid the hassle of getting pulled over by law enforcement.
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