The Ottawa Cycling Plan (OCP) is a long-term (20-year) strategy that consists of two phases. The first, is a ten-year implementation plan that includes network infrastructure, program initiatives and associated costs. The ten-year plan is intended to complement the City’s Capital Works Plan, Transportation Master Plan and Official Plan.
On July 17, Ottawa City Council accepted an accelerated version of the plan for the next five years that will result in a $25 million investment in bike lanes, paths, and other infrastructure support.
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Article - Bike group calls on MPI to improve cyclists' road skills
Cycling advocates [in Winnipeg] worry an increase in the number of riders on the road could translate into a higher toll of deaths and injuries among cyclists.
An average of 180 cyclists are injured and two are killed on Manitoba roads every year, according to MPI. The corporation paid out $8.2 million in injury claims for cyclists hit by vehicles in 2006, a fourfold increase since 2002.
An average of 180 cyclists are injured and two are killed on Manitoba roads every year, according to MPI. The corporation paid out $8.2 million in injury claims for cyclists hit by vehicles in 2006, a fourfold increase since 2002.
Article - A greener way to park it
The [Montreal] Gazette, July 29
Author: Michelle Lalonde
[T]here are not enough parking spots for our cyclists," said Marc Snyder, an aide to Plateau Mont Royal borough mayor Helen Fotopulos. By the end of the summer, Snyder said, the borough plans to turn about 30 regular parking spaces into bicycle parking facilities for about 300 bikes. The borough plans to double the number of bike parking spots to 3,000 over the next three years.
Author: Michelle Lalonde
[T]here are not enough parking spots for our cyclists," said Marc Snyder, an aide to Plateau Mont Royal borough mayor Helen Fotopulos. By the end of the summer, Snyder said, the borough plans to turn about 30 regular parking spaces into bicycle parking facilities for about 300 bikes. The borough plans to double the number of bike parking spots to 3,000 over the next three years.
Article - Drivers begin parking their cars
Globe and Mail, July 23
Authors: Heather Scoffield and Dakshana Bascramurty and Virginia Galt
Soaring gasoline prices have finally prompted Canadian drivers to curtail their travelling and scale back spending in other areas to cover off their fuel bills.
Authors: Heather Scoffield and Dakshana Bascramurty and Virginia Galt
Soaring gasoline prices have finally prompted Canadian drivers to curtail their travelling and scale back spending in other areas to cover off their fuel bills.
Study - US: Walkable Neighborhoods Keep the Pounds Off
They found that neighborhood type did seem to be correlated to body weight. For example, a man of average size -- 6 feet tall weighing 200 pounds -- weighed 10 pounds less if he lived in an older, more walkable neighborhood. A woman of average size -- 5'5" tall weighing 149 pounds -- was six pounds lighter if she lived in a similar area versus a newer, less pedestrian-friendly locale.
Article - Development Construction on the city's long-awaited skateboard park is expected to begin by the end of the month
[Saint John NB] Telegraph Journal, July 21
Author: Natalia Manzocco
"This happens to be one of the fastest-growing sports in North America," said Mayor Ivan Court, who's been vocal about his support for the park since the beginning. "I was an educator for 33 years, and it's very important that kids have places to show off what they can do, regardless of what sport it is."
"We're sheltered, because it's underneath the bridge. It's central, it's right uptown. We've got Harbour Passage [multi-use trail] right there, so kids can skate all the way out from the west side to get to this park," said Vincent.
Author: Natalia Manzocco
"This happens to be one of the fastest-growing sports in North America," said Mayor Ivan Court, who's been vocal about his support for the park since the beginning. "I was an educator for 33 years, and it's very important that kids have places to show off what they can do, regardless of what sport it is."
"We're sheltered, because it's underneath the bridge. It's central, it's right uptown. We've got Harbour Passage [multi-use trail] right there, so kids can skate all the way out from the west side to get to this park," said Vincent.
Article - Bikes on a roll in suburbs
Chicago Sun Times, July 28
Author: Editorial
In the land of the cul-de-sac and the three-car garage, a two-wheeled revolution has begun. Suburbanites are riding their bicycles not just for recreation, but for transportation. And suburbs are responding with more bike racks, trails and designated bike lanes.
Author: Editorial
In the land of the cul-de-sac and the three-car garage, a two-wheeled revolution has begun. Suburbanites are riding their bicycles not just for recreation, but for transportation. And suburbs are responding with more bike racks, trails and designated bike lanes.
Article - As gas prices go up, auto deaths decline, U.S. study predicts
Associated Press, July 11
Gas is now averaging around $1.40 per litre in Canada, and one of the professors says he expects to see a drop of about 1,000 deaths a month.
Gas is now averaging around $1.40 per litre in Canada, and one of the professors says he expects to see a drop of about 1,000 deaths a month.
Article - Crunching Some Numbers on Paris Bike-Sharing Program
The Paris bike-sharing program, Vélib, has received a tremendous amount of attention since it was introduced in 2007. Now, on its one year anniversary, it is time to look at some of the numbers about costs, use, and environmental benefits.
Article - PST break on bikes coming: Ghiz
The City of Charlottetown passed a resolution earlier this month urging the provincial government to act on the campaign promise and drop the 10 per cent tax. PEI Premier Ghiz strongly hinted Islanders could see this tax lifted in next spring's budget.
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