Search Results for: "bike lanes"
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Advocacy
Ottawa’s new bike lane on O’Connor Street has arrived
While the bike lane has been met with acclaim from cyclists. Motorists bemoan the ‘inconvenience’ of the new infrastructure
Todd Aalgaard October 27, 2016 -
Advocacy
Construction of Victoria, B.C.’s first separated, bi-directional bike lane underway
Expected to be finished by next spring, the bike lane is another phase in the ‘Biketoria’ plan to make Victoria’s streets more bike-friendly
Todd Aalgaard October 14, 2016 -
Advocacy
Bike train offers Winnipeg kids safety in numbers, but more needs to be done: local father
Jamie Hilland wants Winnipeg city planners to remember that ‘kids are commuters too.’
Todd Aalgaard October 11, 2016 -
Feature
Taiwan, a hot cycling haven for roadies and mountain bikers
Seventy per cent of the country is mountains, which makes for some gnarly mountain biking. For roadies, there is more than 1,200 km of coastal riding
Canadian Cycling Magazine July 26, 2016 -
Advocacy
British Columbia bike advocates call for a version of Ontario’s one-metre law
On the West Coast, the idea of a one-metre law has caught on
Todd Aalgaard July 4, 2016 -
News
Toronto presents plan to add 525-km of bike paths
The cities transportation services outline a 10-year plan to drastically extend the cities cycling infrastructure.
Philippe Tremblay May 10, 2016 -
Advocacy
Winnipeg seeks public feedback on bike lane projects
Like other Canadian cities, Winnipeg has made a commitment to building a safe, accessible cycling network throughout the city.
Todd Aalgaard March 12, 2016 -
News
Designs for Toronto bike lane pilot project unveiled
It’s been a long time coming, but bike lanes on Bloor Street, in the heart of downtown Toronto, are a major hurdle closer to becoming a reality.
Todd Aalgaard March 10, 2016 -
Advocacy
Milan, Italy the latest European city to explore the idea of paying people to commute by bike
The idea follows the example of other communities in the Italy, the UK, Belgium, France and the Netherlands who have already tried it out.
Todd Aalgaard March 7, 2016 -
Advocacy
Vancouver to host open house to discuss upgrades, expansion of the downtown bike network on March 8
Hey, Vancouver riders and cycling advocates. What are you doing on Tuesday, March 8 between 12:00 noon and 7:00 pm, Pacific time?
Todd Aalgaard March 4, 2016 -
Advocacy
Moving the Richmond bike lane for Saks Fifth Avenue parking? Not on our watch, say Toronto cyclists
According to an interview on CBC’s Metro Morning, a new, high-end arrival to the city’s boutique shopping scene might want to move the celebrated Richmond Street bike lane.
Todd Aalgaard February 20, 2016 -
Feature
‘Cycling rebuilt this city’: How the 2015 road world championships showcased Richmond’s bike legacy
For one week in the fall of 2015, the eyes of the cycling world looked Richmond, Virginia squarely in the face—and it liked what it saw.
Dan Dakin February 19, 2016 -
News
British Columbia’s ministry of transportation announces $6 million for bike infrastructure
The government of British Columbia will continue to support the development of cycling infrastructure in the province this year, it was announced.
Todd Aalgaard February 12, 2016 -
Advocacy
Toronto cycling advocates offer update on the city’s “Minimum Grid” bike lane initiative
In Toronto, bike advocates and activists have been calling for a “minimum grid” of bike lanes: a total of 100 kilometres of protected, separated bike routes, threaded throughout busy downtown areas.
Todd Aalgaard February 8, 2016 -
Advocacy
Victoria’s “Biketoria” initiative becomes the subject of an undergraduate course for UVic students
When we reported recently on Victoria’s Biketoria initiative, it was about a civic plan to ambitiously unfurl eight new bike lanes on downtown routes, polishing up the map of the B.C. capital city for cyclists.
Todd Aalgaard January 8, 2016 -
Advocacy
With the example of other Canadian cities in mind, officials in Windsor, Ont. considering bike-sharing
In Windsor, Ont., it seems, cycling is in the air these days.
Todd Aalgaard January 7, 2016 -
Advocacy
Opposition to proposed Commercial Drive bike lane in Vancouver not shared by all businesses: advocates
The rolling out of 12 new bike lanes through the heart of Vancouver, CNKW reports, has been well received by many businesses, but it isn’t going especially smoothly where Commercial Drive is concerned.
Todd Aalgaard December 10, 2015 -
Advocacy
Windsor, Ont. road to receive bike-friendly facelift
Construction will start in stages in 2016, with plans for the significant upgrades and improvements to be completed within eight years.
Todd Aalgaard December 10, 2015 -
Advocacy
Regina cycling advocates “extremely disappointed” about lack of bike consideration in city’s budget
While Saskatoon takes steps to factor cycling more significantly into its urban planning, members of the bike scene in Regina, on the other hand, are saying that there’s a troubling indifference to cyclists in the city’s municipal budget.
Todd Aalgaard December 7, 2015 -
Advocacy
Bike lane pilot project coming to Bloor Street in Toronto, beginning 2016
For years, the idea of bike lanes on Bloor Street, one of the longest east-west strips through the city of Toronto, has been little more than a fervently-shouted rallying cry.
Todd Aalgaard November 29, 2015 -
Advocacy
Rainnie Drive protected bike lane in Halifax officially opens to rave cycling reviews: reports
As Canadian Cycling Magazine reported back in September, Halifax has long been slated to be the recipient of a new bike lane, to be installed on Rainnie Drive in the city’s north end. This week, that bike lane is officially open.
Todd Aalgaard November 27, 2015 -
Advocacy
Victoria’s civic bike project, “Biketoria,” plans to overhaul eight downtown routes in the B.C. capital
The city of Victoria, says mayor Lisa Helps, has one objective when it comes to developing local bike infrastructure: to make the beautiful British Columbia capital “the best small cycling city in the world.”
Todd Aalgaard November 13, 2015 -
News
Joint UBC, U of T study finds that women are less likely to be injured than men on their bikes
As part of a study about the injury rates sustained by cyclists, researchers at UBC and U of T determined that gender plays a significant role.
Todd Aalgaard November 12, 2015 -
News
UPEI student, cyclist reaches out to fellow Prince Edward Islanders to see why they don’t bike
Nathalia Cardozo, an environmental studies student at the University of Prince Edward Island, was somewhat surprised when she saw how many bikes are on the streets of PEI.
Todd Aalgaard October 16, 2015 -
Advocacy
For Halifax cyclists, parked cars in Hollis Street bike lane causing as many problems as lane solves
With a new bike lane on Hollis Street in Halifax now open, local Nova Scotia cyclists are already encountering a headache all too common in urban centres.
Todd Aalgaard October 2, 2015 -
Advocacy
Union Cycliste Internationale to relaunch “Bike City” label, rewarding cities that have cycling at their heart
Among the season-topping news emerging from the Union Cycliste Internationale is word that the world cycling body is planning to bring back its Bike City label — something that will no doubt be of interest to Canadian cities.
Todd Aalgaard September 26, 2015 -
News
Five-kilometre bike route proposed in Thunder Bay, Ontario to be studied: reports
Earlier this week, city council in Thunder Bay, Ont. received a message from the people of the city — 1,800 of them, at least.
Todd Aalgaard September 17, 2015 -
News
Bike-related overhauls in Stanley Park start this week
The $4.4 million project involves the development of new paths connecting the West Georgia Street entrance to Stanley Park with the Lions Gate Bridge, with detours starting this weekend.
Todd Aalgaard September 13, 2015 -
Advocacy
Bike lane pilot project in Halifax to benefit cyclists, other road users, officials say
The ranks of Canadian cities with new bike infrastructure will soon include Halifax, with the announcement that the Nova Scotia city will be the recipient of a 300-metre bike lane, to be installed along Rainnie Drive.
Todd Aalgaard September 12, 2015 -
News
Canmore, Banff test out new infrastructure as Alberta’s Bow River Valley sees bike lane renaissance
Over the last few weeks, communities in the Bow River Valley have seen dozens of kilometres’ worth of dedicated bike lanes, parking stalls and maintenance stations installed throughout the region
Todd Aalgaard August 29, 2015 -
News
How to make cycling in your city safer in four easy steps, according to one Edmonton-based bike courier
In tackling the question of how to make Edmonton’s infrastructure more accommodating to cyclists, especially downtown, Metro News went right to an authority on the ground: bike couriers.
Todd Aalgaard August 24, 2015 -
News
Stephen Harper’s campaign bus seen blocking bike lane in Toronto during leaders’ debate
The first federal leadership debate of the 2015 election marked the race’s kick-off, and without even saying a word, the campaign of prime minister Stephen Harper managed to kick up a bit of controversy during the proceedings.
Todd Aalgaard August 7, 2015 -
News
Vancouver bike lane traffic surges to record high numbers during the month of June
The new network of separated bike lanes in Vancouver has seen a skyrocketing number of cyclists take to the streets of the west coast city.
Todd Aalgaard July 29, 2015 -
News
Pedestrian, cyclist filmed in physical altercation on Queen’s Quay bike lane in Toronto
The tense standoff, caught on video, underscores concerns some have about the new waterfront bike path.
Todd Aalgaard July 28, 2015 -
News
Remove, review or retain: St. John’s faces dilemma following complaints about new bike network
In 2011, a network of new bike lanes came to St. John’s, NL. On Tuesday, though, two councillors told the […]
Todd Aalgaard May 21, 2015 -
News
Waterloo considers bike-friendly uptown makeover
Waterloo city council is considering installing separated bike lanes along a major route, making the trip along King Street in […]
Todd Aalgaard May 14, 2015 -
News
The month of bikes approaches: A look at how Canadian cities celebrate life on two wheels
Across the country, in many of the biggest cities, late May through June sees a blossoming of bike activity no […]
Todd Aalgaard May 12, 2015 -
News
Edmonton cyclists can look forward to year-round bicycle lanes
As a part of an initiative to create greater accessibility for Edmonton commuters, city councillors have been developing new project […]
Charles Bryer August 6, 2014 -
News
Moncton cyclists begrudge dangerous bicycle lanes
Gravel, garbage and glass are all contributing to poor riding conditions for Moncton, NB commuters. According to an article published […]
Charles Bryer August 6, 2014 -
News
BC Bike Race 2014: Day 6 – Squamish
The riders at the sixth stage of the BC Bike Race in Squamish, B.C., could not have asked for better weather […]
Brad Hunter July 5, 2014 -
News
Hamilton’s Cannon Street bike lane expected to cost $1.6 million
The city of Hamilton is considering spending $1.6 million, spread over three years, to install a two-way bike lane along […]
Kirsten Frattini March 14, 2014 -
News
Calgary city councillor backpedals on bike lane comments
Rookie Calgary city councillor Sean Chu is in trouble with his colleagues over comments he made on Twitter about the […]
Scott Leitch March 12, 2014 -
News
Vancouver’s Stanley Park causeway bike lane surveying underway
B.C.’s Transportation Ministry announced Thursday that surveying the causeway between the Lions Gate Bridge and Stanley Park will get underway […]
Rob Sturney February 20, 2014 -
News
Vancouver park board scraps plans for bike path through Kitsilano Beach Park
After months of opposition and a Supreme Court of British Columbia hearing looming on March 12 and 13, the Vancouver […]
Rob Sturney February 18, 2014 -
News
Simulation determines how to best spend on bike infrastructure
The city of Auckland, New Zealand, has used a new simulation method to figure out the best way to spend […]
Scott Leitch February 7, 2014 -
News
Yellowknife considers the merits of bicycle lanes in the north
Wednesday, CBC News North reported that the Yellowknife city council is debating the merits of cycling infrastructure in a city […]
Charles Bryer January 23, 2014 -
News
Calgary councillor wants bike lane space taken from sidewalks, not roads
Calgary Coun. Sean Chu suggested that the dedicated two-way cycle track proposed for First Street S.E. take space from the […]
Kirsten Frattini January 16, 2014 -
News
London, Ont., budget to scrap $200,000 in bike lane infrastructure
The hot topic on Monday night at a London, Ont., public participation meeting was bike lane infrastructure. The meeting was […]
Scott Leitch January 14, 2014 -
News
Dispute over Kitsilano bike path reaches B.C. Supreme Court
In October 2013, the Vancouver Park Board approved plans to build a Kitsilano bike path that connected Jericho Beach to Canada Place in Vancouver. Now, the plans for the $2.2 million (estimated) path are tied up because of an impending court case.
Charles Bryer January 14, 2014 -
Advocacy
E-bike decision stalled in Toronto
The City of Toronto is no closer to allowing e-bikes in bike lanes and on paths in city parks. The […]
Dean Campbell January 10, 2014 -
News
Car crashes into Burlington, Ont., bike shop
On Tuesday, a 72-year-old woman drove into the front window of Brant Cycle. “She was going 60 km/h,” said Chris […]
Charles Bryer January 9, 2014 -
News
Proposed Calgary bike lane meeting resistance
Calgary, a sprawling city that can pose challenges for its bike commuters, is debating a proposed bike lane in the […]
Scott Leitch December 20, 2013 -
News
Vancouver bike thefts on the rise
In Vancouver, bike thefts outnumber vehicle thefts, even though there are more cars on the road than bikes. Since 2008, […]
Scott Leitch December 2, 2013 -
News
Calgary getting new protected bike lane
Calgary’s bike network is getting an upgrade. The city will be installing a new separated bike lane running in both […]
Scott Leitch November 27, 2013 -
News
Kelowna gets additional bike lane
Kelowna, B.C., is adding to its 300 km of bike lanes with a 1.7-km stretch along Water Street between Ellis […]
Rob Sturney November 25, 2013 -
News
Study explores how Copenhagen set the standard for bike commuting
While cities around Canada struggle over how best to balance an increasing desire for bike infrastructure and traditional vehicle traffic, […]
Scott Leitch November 13, 2013 -
News
Guelph city budget includes major money for bike lane expansion
The City of Guelph could be spending big bucks to upgrade the cycling network in the city. There is $13.5 […]
Scott Leitch October 31, 2013 -
News
Concerns over e-bikes lead to banning proposals
Electric-powered bicycles with motors up to 500 watts are rising in popularity, but their neither-fish-nor-fowl nature has led to safety […]
Rob Sturney October 29, 2013 -
News
Dry autumnal conditions greet Bike to Work Week in Vancouver
Organizers of this week’s annual Bike to Work Week will be pleased that Vancouver’s weather will play along with the […]
Rob Sturney October 28, 2013 -
News
Haligonian cyclists upset with tacks in bike lane
Someone may be unhappy with the new cycling traffic on Halifax’s Windsor Street. After the opening of the new bike […]
Scott Leitch October 24, 2013 -
News
Outcry against Vancouver park bike lane grows in volume
Hundreds gathered in Vancouver’s Kitsilano Beach Park Sunday to voice their opposition to the city’s parks board approving a plan […]
Rob Sturney October 21, 2013 -
News
Plans for bike path through Vancouver beach park raise controversy
A recent Vancouver Parks Board decision to build a separate bike path through Kitsilano Beach Park has met resistance from […]
Rob Sturney October 15, 2013 -
Advocacy
B.C.’s Bike to Work Week
Cyclist fatality mars start of two-wheeled commuting celebration
Rob Sturney May 28, 2013 -
News
Toronto’s “Bike War” heats up
Jarvis Street bike lanes to be removed
Rob Sturney August 12, 2011 -
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Neat innovation: the portable bike lane
Rear-projected, laser bike lane
Rob Sturney June 5, 2011 -
1.6
Calgary study shows 1 in 5 ride bikes
City-commissioned study says 19% of people ride bikes once a week, but more would commute if there were dedicated bike lanes
Canadian Cycling Magazine January 24, 2011 -
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2011: Year of the Bike in Vancouver?
Cycling-friendly council and mayor are pushing through more bike lanes, but are being met with resistence.
Canadian Cycling Magazine January 1, 2011 -
1.6
Don Cherry blasts bike-riding ‘pinkos’
In a speech introducing incoming Toronto Mayor Rob Ford, Don Cherry blasts bicycle-riding “pinkos.”
Canadian Cycling Magazine December 8, 2010 -
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Chasing Bike Racing Dreams
We check in with Stephen Keeping who is spending his summer racing in Belgium.
Vicki Thomas May 25, 2010 -
News
Cycle Toronto hosts its annual ‘Coldest Day of the Year Ride’ in unseasonably warm temps
Hundreds of cyclists rode to celebrate new bike lanes in western part of city
Matt Hansen February 12, 2024 -
News
In 2020 major Canadian cities saw no reduction in cyclist fatalities
Despite fewer cars on the road, more bike lanes and strength in numbers, deaths remain consistent
Lily Hansen-Gillis January 4, 2021 -
Advocacy
Whitehorse developing official cycling strategy
The Bicycle Network Plan will facilitate the development of new on-street bike lanes, multi-use paths
Todd Aalgaard June 15, 2017 -
Advocacy
Statistics show 2016 was a terrible year for dooring collisions in Toronto
Cycle Toronto argues that a ‘minimum grid’ of protected bike lanes would reduce the number of such collisions.
Todd Aalgaard March 10, 2017 -
Feature
Cycling infrastructure shouldn’t just be for commuters
Advocate Lana Stewart discusses how bike lanes need to serve other cyclists than those traveling between home and work
Philippe Tremblay February 7, 2017 -
Advocacy
Metro Vancouver’s 10-year plan for transit improvements approved, with big benefits for local cyclists
New bike lanes, multi-use paths and cycling facilities will be included in the plan, reports say.
Todd Aalgaard November 25, 2016 -
Advocacy
Support from both residents and cyclists swelling for Calgary’s new cycle track project, reports indicate
Calgary recently became one of the latest Canadian cities to introduce bike lanes to its infrastructure, and as the CBC reports, the response to them has been warmer than anticipated.
Todd Aalgaard December 11, 2015 -
Advocacy
Vancouver’s Georgia Straight looks at what city cycling was like in 1999, and it’s nothing like 2015
With the way Vancouver looks in 2015, streaked with bike lanes, its roads bustling with record numbers of cyclists, one could be forgiven for thinking the city was always a Xanadu for bikes.
Todd Aalgaard September 18, 2015 -
News
Ontario doctors call for better infrastructure
Funding for paved shoulders and bike lanes key for cyclist safety
Canadian Cycling Magazine June 26, 2013 -
News
Nova Scotia’s cyclists get “one metre rule” legislation
Bicyclists and bike lanes get more protection in the Maritime province
Rob Sturney June 1, 2011 -
Members
The Sea to Sky Trail with a Loaded Frame
The bikepacking route between Squamish and Pemberton takes you away from Highway 99 and into the woods
Matthew Kadey May 15, 2024 -
News
Biking Lawyer’s mic cut after asking Toronto councillor to denounce recent anti-cyclist language
David Shellnutt tried to speak at the Service Excellence Committee but was shut down by Stephen Holyday
Canadian Cycling Magazine March 20, 2024 -
News
Cyclists rally for change after collision by driver in Florida
On Saturday morning, hundreds of cyclists gathered to advocate for improved road safety, urging local and state leaders to instigate […]
Matt Hansen January 9, 2024 -
News
Truck driver receives fine and one-year ban after killing Vancouver cyclist
Robert McIntyre drove into student Agustin Beltran in June 2022
Matt Hansen December 20, 2023 -
News
Australian cyclists worried they will be fined for careless riding…for drinking from a bottle
New definition for dangerous riding seem to be too vague for some bike advocates in Queensland
Matt Hansen November 24, 2023 -
News
Toronto’s favourite cycling parking officer has made her absolute best video yet
Erin Urquhart posted a hilarious and adorable TikTok that quickly went viral
Matt Hansen November 10, 2023 -
News
Edmonton organizations working together to enhance downtown accessibility for cyclists and pedestrians
New infrastructure plan to be presented to city council in December
Matt Hansen November 7, 2023 -
News
Quadriplegic handcyclist riding across Canada inspires teens in Nanaimo
Kevin Mills is heading from Cape Spear, N.L., to Victoria
Matt Hansen September 29, 2023 -
News
Toronto police search for motorcycle driver who hit cyclist in intentional hit and run
Authorities are asking for public’s help to find suspect
Matt Hansen September 13, 2023 -
News
A German father was livid after a delivery driver came within centimetres of his child
Terrifying footage of the incident has gone viral on social media
Matt Hansen September 1, 2023 -
News
(Almost) everyone loved having the super worlds in Scotland
Mostly positive reaction is good for the city’s cycling future
Matt Hansen August 16, 2023 -
News
There was a pro-car protest in Toronto’s High Park and it was obviously absolute chaos
Motorists aren’t happy with new access restrictions
Matt Hansen August 3, 2023 -
News
Six outdated rules for city cycling that need to be modernized
Times have changed and so should these
Matt Hansen July 24, 2023 -
Advocacy
A super annoying (but well-intentioned) thing some drivers do
Every cyclist has probably experienced this
Matt Hansen June 27, 2023 -
News
Distracted driver fined $12,500 for killing cyclist in Hamilton in 2022
Motorist said he was ‘looking for his cigarettes’
Matt Hansen June 13, 2023 -
Advocacy
Motorist threatens to assault cyclist in road rage incident in Toronto
Irate driver yelled homophobic slurs and tried to run rider off street
Matt Hansen June 6, 2023 -
Advocacy
Why do cars keep mounting barriers?
A motorist just absolutely biffed it in New York
Matt Hansen May 17, 2023 -
Members
A Star of Acadian Cycling
On the 310-km Veloroute, discover New Brunswick’s northeast with its seaside views and rich history Just a few kilometres southwest […]
Christina Palassio May 15, 2023 -
Advocacy
Cycling parking officer goes above and beyond to help injured cyclist in need of hospitalization
Erin Urquhart says the incident underscores how drivers need to be better
Matt Hansen May 12, 2023 -
Members
The Riding is On Point
Essex County, the southernmost spot in the country, has top-notch cycling Day 1 was a head-clearing 90-km ramble along parts […]
Christina Palassio March 15, 2023