Search Results for: "bike lanes"
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Hamilton’s $60 million investment in bike lanes is an important step for urban mobility
The long-term plan looks to shift the reliance on cars to sustainable and environmentally-friendly transportation
Matt Hansen February 29, 2024 -
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This TikTok about blocking bike lanes went viral and the comments are predictably trash
Almost 2 million views for the video showing Toronto Parking Officer Erin Urquhart ticket drivers parking illegally
Matt Hansen February 27, 2024 -
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‘Eff these bike lanes’: rapper Gorilla Nems goes on a rant on Instagram
On episode of ‘Subway Takes’, New Yorker tells Kareem Rahma that the city has to go back to the way it used to be, or something
Matt Hansen January 16, 2024 -
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City council debates future of Saskatoon bike lanes
Despite community support, local businesses express concern with new infrastructure
Matt Hansen December 21, 2023 -
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GTA 6 has bike lanes, and yes, drivers will probably park in them
The most anticipated game in years has cycling infrastructure, but will there be bikes?
Matt Hansen December 6, 2023 -
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Confirmed: Stanley Park bike lanes will not return in 2024
Future of the infrastructure not looking good after recent council meeting
Matt Hansen December 1, 2023 -
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Toronto bike lanes could be dangerous for people who are blind, advocate says
David Lepofsky says new infrastructure poses risks
Matt Hansen November 22, 2023 -
Advocacy
Toronto Police seem to have blocked bike lanes to get Tim Hortons
Local cyclists are furious after images appeared online
Matt Hansen November 14, 2023 -
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Hundreds of Toronto cyclists prove Doug Ford brutally wrong about bike lanes
Sunday rally was a strong statement in support of infrastructure
Matt Hansen November 6, 2023 -
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Toronto cyclists are clapping back after Doug Ford’s comments about bike lanes
Rally to be held Sunday in support of cycling infrastructure
Matt Hansen November 2, 2023 -
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Doug Ford wants some Toronto bike lanes scrapped
Premier of Ontario asked mayor to get rid of infrastructure
Matt Hansen November 1, 2023 -
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Why this B.C. town can’t event talk about bike lanes
Three-year ban self-imposed by city council
Terry McKall October 25, 2023 -
News
Protests, assaults, and vandalism erupt over new bike lanes in Montreal
Controversy surrounds expansion of bike infrastructure as tensions flare in Parc-Extension
Matt Hansen October 4, 2023 -
Advocacy
Disturbing video reveals dangers when bike lanes are blocked for kids
Young riders forced to have a dangerous commute
Matt Hansen September 15, 2023 -
News
There’s a cycling referee handing out yellow cards to motorists who block bike lanes
Martin Reis is flagging dangerous drivers
Matt Hansen August 17, 2023 -
News
Toronto motorist drives like maniac on sidewalks and bike lanes, almost killing dozens
A terrifying video shows motorist almost speed over dozens of people
Matt Hansen July 31, 2023 -
Advocacy
Someone made the absolute best comment about cars in bike lanes
A funny take on a serious issue
Matt Hansen June 21, 2023 -
News
A beautiful video of two happy kids shows why bike lanes are so important
Brian Tao was riding in Toronto and captured the perfect image
Matt Hansen June 18, 2023 -
Advocacy
The response time for Paris firefighters has shortened because of bike lanes
New data shows crews can get to emergencies faster than ever
Matt Hansen June 16, 2023 -
Advocacy
There was a ‘funeral’ for the removed bike lanes in Stanley Park
Cyclists rode to mourn the removal of the popular infrastructure
Matt Hansen June 5, 2023 -
Advocacy
A small group of Toronto protesters blocked cyclists from riding in bike lanes
Riders were forced into traffic during rush hour
Matt Hansen June 3, 2023 -
Advocacy
This is the incredibly scary situation for kids when cars park in bike lanes
Cyclists riding in traffic means a higher risk
Matt Hansen May 30, 2023 -
Advocacy
Montreal announces new hotline to report bike lanes blocked by cars
Service will be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Matt Hansen May 29, 2023 -
Advocacy
Do rental and carshare users need stricter discipline when they park in bike lanes?
Frustrated cyclists want to see more consequences for improper actions
Matt Hansen May 25, 2023 -
News
Protests at Stanley Park after removal of bike lanes
Local cyclists feel the popular route will become far more dangerous
Matt Hansen May 23, 2023 -
Advocacy
Some people in Toronto want the next mayor to remove bike lanes
‘Keep Toronto Moving’ says cycling infrastructure is worsening congestion
Matt Hansen April 25, 2023 -
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Jordan Peterson is so mad about bike lanes he no longer understands jokes
So-called public intellectual doesn’t quite get April Fool’s Day
Canadian Cycling Magazine April 2, 2023 -
News
Toronto mayor John Tory called 8,000 people in favour of bike lanes ‘cycling enthusiasts’
City council was in debate about making some important infrastructure permanent
Matt Hansen February 9, 2023 -
Advocacy
Watch these kids give a passionate and convincing argument for bike lanes
Toronto staff heard arguments on why the Midtown pilot project should be made permanent
Matt Hansen February 1, 2023 -
Advocacy
Robin Richardson: A fierce advocate for bike lanes in Toronto
The cyclist is a strong voice for the Yonge Street bike lanes
Matt Hansen January 30, 2023 -
Advocacy
Watch the TikTok of this parking officer nab two trucks parked in Toronto bike lanes
Erin Urquhart is the hero we need
Matt Hansen January 11, 2023 -
News
Clearing bike lanes of snow isn’t just about convenience: It can be life-saving
Slushy and obstructed paths and lanes can lead to very risky conditions
Matt Hansen November 17, 2022 -
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Someone made a completely fake sign which says you can park in Toronto bike lanes
The mysterious posters have been flagged by the city
Matt Hansen November 11, 2022 -
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The British Automobile Association actually loves bike lanes
Group says dedicated bike tracks are good for drivers and the country needs more of them
Matt Hansen October 21, 2022 -
News
New Yorkers may get paid for snitching on people who park in bike lanes
Bill proposed to let New Yorkers to collect cash for reporting illegal parking
Matt Hansen September 30, 2022 -
Advocacy
Edmonton councillors to spend $170 million on new bike lanes and of course some people hate it
100 km of cycling infrastructure could be added
Matt Hansen September 29, 2022 -
Advocacy
This parking officer is the absolute GOAT when ticketing cars in bike lanes
Erin Urquhart likely has the quickest draw in Toronto
Matt Hansen August 24, 2022 -
Advocacy
3 in 4 people want to cycle but don’t because there aren’t enough separated bike lanes, study
Australian survey shows increasing infrastructure is key to boosting ridership
Matt Hansen June 2, 2022 -
Advocacy
These Toronto residents are purposefully blocking bike lanes
Cyclists were mystified by the strange obstruction
Matt Hansen May 13, 2022 -
Advocacy
You thought driving in bike lanes was bad? How about on sidewalks
A cyclist filmed the truck in Scotland
Matt Hansen April 11, 2022 -
Advocacy
This is why you don’t want bike lanes beside a giant lake
A brave soul tried to ride in a storm
Matt Hansen April 11, 2022 -
Advocacy
Guess how many drivers were ticketed for parking in Toronto bike lanes
2021 saw a record high
Matt Hansen April 6, 2022 -
News
Sydenham Road bike lanes have been cancelled
Project was to cost $1.7 million
Matt Hansen March 17, 2022 -
Advocacy
This golf club has asked to remove bike lanes so cars can park on road
There’s a controversial petition to have them removed
Matt Hansen February 17, 2022 -
Advocacy
Bike lanes to be installed on Sydenham hill, a.k.a “Clara’s Climb”
Many riders use the popular road in the greater Hamilton area
Matt Hansen January 4, 2022 -
Advocacy
Check out these stickers for cars parked in bike lanes
The ‘You park like a c***’ decals are selling out
Matt Hansen December 10, 2021 -
Advocacy
Yeah cars still don’t belong in bike lanes
It’s not good for anyone
Matt Hansen November 29, 2021 -
Advocacy
Look how fast this parking officer can give tickets to cars in bike lanes
This is super impressive
Matt Hansen November 5, 2021 -
News
Some Canadian cities are struggling to bring back temporary bike lanes for the summer
The pop-up projects aren’t getting approved as smoothly as they did in 2020
Lily Hansen-Gillis April 5, 2021 -
Health+Nutrition
For these Canadian cities, the health benefits of cycling infrastructure significantly outweighed the cost of new bike lanes
A new study looked the health-related economic impact of bicycle infrastructure investments in three Canadian cities
Lily Hansen-Gillis February 14, 2021 -
News
Lego’s bike lanes are too narrow and people are petitioning to widen them
Reimagining the car-centric Lego cityscape
Lily Hansen-Gillis February 1, 2021 -
News
What motorsport columnist Norris McDonald got wrong in his criticism of Toronto’s new bike lanes
Cycle Toronto explains why cycling infrastructure is important during a pandemic and beyond
Lily Hansen-Gillis June 7, 2020 -
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While many Canadian cities implement emergency bike lanes, some lag behind in their response
The WHO now recommends riding bicycles or walking as a safe form of transit
Lily Hansen-Gillis April 28, 2020 -
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Building separated bike lanes supported by 80 per cent of Toronto residents
Support comes from all regions of the city and 75 per cent of drivers surveyed
Canadian Cycling Magazine July 31, 2018 -
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US Postal Service insists blocking bike lanes just part of doing business
In Manhattan, illegally stopping vehicles is just part of getting the mail delivered on time according to the USPS
Canadian Cycling Magazine July 19, 2018 -
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Trucks kill cyclists one day apart in Montreal and Toronto on streets with bike lanes
Two women died in similar circumstances on streets with bike lanes in Canada’s two biggest cities
Canadian Cycling Magazine June 12, 2018 -
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Canada Post delivery trucks will stop using Toronto bike lanes as parking spaces
Crown corporation’s statement follows social media campaign to keep routes clear
Todd Aalgaard July 27, 2017 -
News
Twitter war about bike lanes defused with face-to-face conversation
Two Calgary men sat down together to have a civil conversation about their disagreement on cycling infrastructure
Philippe Tremblay March 14, 2017 -
News
Video emerges of Britain’s transport secretary dooring cyclist days after calling bike lanes “too much of a problem” for drivers
Downed cyclist said minister told him he was going too fast
Philippe Tremblay December 17, 2016 -
Advocacy
Fredericton’s bike lanes and trails ‘disjointed’ at key locations: cycling survey
The survey was conducted in summer 2016 and identified several broken points on Fredericton’s bike map.
Todd Aalgaard November 17, 2016 -
Advocacy
Grid of segregated bike lanes coming to Edmonton in 2017
The city’s mayor hopes to see the newly approved bike infrastructure extended to the University of Alberta in 2018
Todd Aalgaard October 13, 2016 -
News
St. John’s city councillor proposes converting bike lanes into full-time parking
Residents are incensed by the supposed ‘inconvenience’ of the lanes, Art Puddister argued
Todd Aalgaard October 8, 2016 -
Advocacy
Investments in bike lanes provide exceptional public health returns, study
Researchers in New York City find that, “investments in bicycle lanes come with an exceptionally good value because they simultaneously address multiple public health problems”
Philippe Tremblay October 2, 2016 -
News
Canadian senator disapproves of Toronto and its bike lanes
Calls the state of the city “third-world” and bicycles a luxury
Philippe Tremblay August 26, 2016 -
News
Cycling activists create guerrilla bike lanes to make streets safer
San Francisco activists are taking measures into their own hands using simply traffic cones to make minor but effective improvements to existing infrastructure
Philippe Tremblay August 22, 2016 -
News
Edmonton trying to build new bike lanes
New proposals by Engage 106/76 and Engage 40 Avenue seek to find a delicate balance with residents and commuters.
Philippe Tremblay April 10, 2016 -
Advocacy
Designs for new Ottawa bike lanes to be unveiled at open house on Monday, March 7: reports
Beginning this summer, construction will begin on a new $4 million bike lane on O’Connor Street in downtown Ottawa, connecting Parliament Hill and Lansdowne Park.
Todd Aalgaard March 6, 2016 -
News
Cycling in Canada: Exploring unfinished bike lanes on the West Coast through Richmond, British Columbia
There’s been a good deal of talk recently about new bike lanes and bike routes, especially those introduced in the Vancouver and Lower Mainland areas of British Columbia.
Todd Aalgaard December 12, 2015 -
Advocacy
Vancouver’s proposed bike lanes officially approved
After their proposal met with a bit of controversy, Vancouver’s plan to introduce 12 new bike lanes to the city, a place where dedicated bike infrastructure is already enshrined, has jumped its last hurdles at city hall.
Todd Aalgaard December 11, 2015 -
News
Toronto cyclists post photos of taxis in bike lanes, triggering social media uproar
On the streets of Toronto—as is the case in any major city, Canadian or otherwise—there’s always one type of traffic that cyclists say poses the biggest threat, whether it’s buses or cars or delivery vehicles.
Todd Aalgaard December 6, 2015 -
News
Saskatoon to keep bike lanes snow-free: reports
Rest easy, Saskatoon winter riders. Throughout the winter, protected bike lanes across the city will be regularly maintained, reports say, with snow routinely blown and trucked away.
Todd Aalgaard November 26, 2015 -
News
One year later, Hamilton, Ont.’s new bike lanes are a noted success, with the lumps and bruises to prove it
n 2014, Hamilton, Ont. installed new bike lanes on Cannon Street, and the numbers recorded after a year of use demonstrate that it’s doing what it was meant to — namely, provide cyclists with a dedicated corridor through the city.
Todd Aalgaard November 1, 2015 -
News
Toronto’s Queen’s Quay bike lanes report huge numbers of cyclists, but issues remain, advocates say
It’s not been without its share of controversy for Toronto-area cyclists, but according to the numbers, at least, the city’s new waterfront bike route is a resounding success.
Todd Aalgaard October 23, 2015 -
News
Car-friendly Surrey, B.C. to receive new bike lanes
The city of Surrey, B.C., has become the most recent in a string of Canadian municipalities to approve new bike […]
Todd Aalgaard May 27, 2015 -
Advocacy
Waterloo city council approves uptown bike lanes
Waterloo, Ont.’s cycling community got a lovely late-spring gift Monday night with city council’s unanimous vote to install segregated bike […]
Todd Aalgaard May 26, 2015 -
News
Toronto cycling advocates stickering cars parked in bike lanes
A group of cycling advocates in Toronto are looking to change a common occurrence. Drivers often park their cars in […]
Charles Bryer September 19, 2014 -
News
Sudbury’s Second Avenue to get dedicated bike lanes
After public pushback at a meeting in early March that a renovation plan for Second Avenue in Sudbury, Ont., didn’t […]
Scott Leitch April 3, 2014 -
News
Waterloo bike lanes get go-ahead
Waterloo, Ont., is getting an upgrade to the city’s bike infrastructure, but not everyone is happy. The city council voted on […]
Scott Leitch February 26, 2014 -
News
Waterloo cycling advocates ask for wider bike lanes
Waterloo, Ont.’s cycling community is asking the city to re-evaluate and make changes to its active transportation master plan. Cyclists […]
Kirsten Frattini February 24, 2014 -
News
Toronto city council voted to allow e-bikes on bike lanes
Toronto city council voted to allow electric bikes to use bike lanes on Thursday. Only e-bikes weighing less than 40 […]
Kirsten Frattini February 21, 2014 -
News
Edmonton city councillor looking to move bike lanes
Edmonton city councillor Mike Walters wants many of the Ward 10 bike lanes moved, some which were only installed this […]
Scott Leitch February 5, 2014 -
News
Saskatoon city council approves two segregated bike lanes
Saskatoon city council is open to testing segregated bike lanes on two busy streets in the downtown area in May. […]
Kirsten Frattini January 22, 2014 -
Advocacy
E-bikes to be allowed in Toronto bike lanes
Toronto cyclists may have to share bike lanes with e-bikes in the near future. A report from the general manager […]
Dean Campbell January 7, 2014 -
News
Calgary bike lanes have made driving better
According Calgary’s city council, the controversial bike lanes in the downtown core have actually made driving less congested. Effectively an […]
Charles Bryer December 17, 2013 -
News
Calgarian cyclists vexed by snow-clogged bike lanes
Uncleared or unplowed snow on the bike lanes and paths of Calgary is frustrating the city’s cyclists. The city’s website […]
Rob Sturney December 16, 2013 -
News
Waterloo, Ont., group gathers 750 signatures for better bike lanes
On Monday, a group of cycling advocates in Waterloo, Ont., gathered more than 750 signatures to petition Waterloo city councillors […]
Charles Bryer December 5, 2013 -
Advocacy
City of Edmonton to plow bike lanes throughout the winter
On Wednesday, the City of Edmonton announced that it will plow the bike lanes on certain major corridors within city […]
Charles Bryer November 29, 2013 -
News
City of Waterloo, Ont., ramping up bike lanes
A plan that originally was meant to replace streetlamps in Waterloo, Ont., has grown into a multi-million-dollar bike-lane installation along […]
Scott Leitch November 26, 2013 -
News
Pop-up bike lanes let cities test the flow
A city debating bike lanes but worried about the initial investment can now try The Flow, a new snap-together bike […]
Scott Leitch November 20, 2013 -
News
Plan to plow Ottawa bike lanes postponed
Cleaning bike paths during the winter months so that cyclists can more easily commute is a consideration in Ottawa’s transportation […]
Kirsten Frattini November 13, 2013 -
News
Haligonians divided over bike lanes
The bike lanes installed along Windsor Street in Halifax in mid-October are still facing some pushback from local residents and […]
Scott Leitch November 6, 2013 -
News
Toronto reopens debate on Bloor bike lanes
Toronto bike commuters may yet get bikes lanes on Bloor Street. The infrastructure on one of the city’s major east-west arteries has […]
Scott Leitch October 21, 2013 -
News
Golden Horseshoe gets expansion of bike lanes
Toronto, Missisauga and St. Catharines all move in favour of bike lanes
June 11, 2013 -
News
Toronto Cyclists Union fight to keep Jarvis St. bike lanes
Organization expects an environmental assessment before removing cycling infrastructure.
Canadian Cycling Magazine April 3, 2012 -
News
The Problems With Bike Lanes
Check out this video highlighting some of the problems with bike lanes.
Canadian Cycling Magazine June 9, 2011 -
Advocacy
The Toronto anti-bike community is pushing hard to get lanes removed
Petition has almost 5,000 signatures
Matt Hansen January 18, 2023 -
News
Courtenay, B.C., courts bike commuters with new lanes
On Monday, Courtenay, B.C., city council voted in favour of installing bike lanes running both directions on Fitzgerald Avenue between […]
Scott Leitch November 7, 2013 -
News
It’s tax season: There should be incentives for bikes
Many cities are floating the idea
Matt Hansen March 14, 2024 -
News
Toronto parking officer completely ignores truck parked in bike lane
Cycling advocates shocked that city worker didn’t ticket driver
Matt Hansen February 14, 2024