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From: Dawn Sheppard <dawn.sheppard(a)phac-aspc.gc.ca>
Date: Mon, May 4, 2015 at 8:50 AM
Hello All,
I am writing to share an update with you about the *Mobilizing Knowledge
for Active Transportation (MKAT) *Project.
MKAT was started in 2013 as a way to strengthen evidence-informed Active
Transportation (AT) work across Canada. Despite this being an area of
growing policy and program development, evidence sharing and learning
mechanisms were lacking across Canada in the area of healthy built
environments, and AT in particular. In response to this, and as a way to
advance the Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention's (CCDP) commitment to
healthy living and physical activity, the project was launched.
Over the last two years, MKAT has undergone a number of phases including
research, development and sharing of knowledge products and identifying
further actions to advance active transportation. Content experts
representing a variety of sectors have provided input and advice over the
course of the project.
We wanted to share the products that have been developed and
disseminated during the project (attached below). This includes two scans
and the resulting brief knowledge products, in addition to a series of
webinars that were delivered over the last year by ACT Canada to highlight
developments and learning about provincial AT efforts. A primer on
evaluating AT initiatives has recently been developed and will be shared
with you at a later date.
We also wanted to let you know that, as a result of recent changes
within our Centre, the MKAT project will not be continuing in its current
form. However, the issue of active transportation and built environment
will continue to be addressed by the Centre. For example, our Surveillance
Division is in the process of modernizing its physical activity
surveillance system based on new, emerging research and data sources and
plans to report regularly on active transportation levels of Canadian
adults, youth and children in the future. In addition, there are
opportunities through the Multi-sectoral Partnerships to Promote Healthy
Living and Prevent Chronic Disease fund to pursue targeted interventions
focused on innovative, integrated approaches that promote healthy living,
prevent chronic disease and address common risk factors. Please visit this
link for details: http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/fo-fc/mspphl-pppmvs-eng.php.
We are grateful to all those who contributed to this project and we hope
that you will keep in touch regarding your active transportation news and
developments.
Should you have any further questions, please contact us directly.
Thank you and all the best,
Dawn, Kerry and Pam
*Attachments:*
Mobilizing Knowledge for Active Transportation Scan: of
Provincial/Territorial Policies, Strategies and Approaches completed by
Opus International Consultants (Canada) Limited
(Please note that these scan are meant to inform your own AT work and are
not meant to be shared outside of your organization)
*(See attached file: MKAT Opus Scan - Final Draft Jan 2015.docx)*
Mobilizing Knowledge for Active Transportation: Scan of Regional-level and
NGO Perspectives completed by Wellspring Strategies
(Please note that these scan are meant to inform your own AT work and are
not meant to be shared outside of your organization)
*(See attached file: MKAT Wellspring Scan.Final Draft. Jan 2015.docx)*
Mobilizing Knowledge for Active Transportation: Project Briefing and
Highlight Sheets developed by Noxon Associates
- http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/hp-ps/hl-mvs/pa-ap/mobil-transport-eng.php
Ideas in Motion: Mobilizing Knowledge for Active Transportation
Webinars developed
in conjunction with ACT Canada
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- http://www.actcanada.com/events/webinars
Dawn Sheppard
Senior Policy Analyst
Public Health Agency of Canada
785 Carling Avenue, PL 6807B
Ottawa, ON K1A 0K9
Ph: 613-946-6442
Fax: 613-941-2633
dawn_sheppard(a)phac-aspc.gc.ca
They are out! Could this be a turning point?
*The City of Winnipeg Pedestrian/Cycling Strategies are posted
online: WalkBike.Winnipeg.ca <http://walkbike.winnipeg.ca/>. *
The strategies will now be considered by Council. This is going to the Public
Works standing policy committee on Tuesday.
<http://clkapps.winnipeg.ca/dmis/ViewDoc.asp?DocId=14318&SectionId=&InitUrl=>
If you would like to get involved, there are details on how to do that on
this Facebook post
<https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=808847135865501&id=771955…>
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Full version of City of Winnipeg press release below.
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Hello,
Please see the below media release related to the Pedestrian and Cycling
Strategies. Thank-you for working with us and for your contributions on
this exciting project. The City is looking forward to continuing to work
collaboratively with stakeholders as we develop and shape our City to
provide transportation choices that are safe, convenient, accessible, and
attractive to citizens of all ages and abilities.
Best Regards,
Scott
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For Immediate Release
Friday, May 1, 2015
*City takes first step in long-term commitment to support and encourage
walking and cycling in Winnipeg*
*Pedestrian Cycling Strategies to serve as roadmap to make walking and
cycling safer, more convenient, accessible, and attractive to citizens*
*Winnipeg, MB *– The City is taking a first step in a long-term commitment
to support and encourage walking and cycling in Winnipeg. The public
service is seeking Council approval for the Pedestrian and Cycling
Strategies, a policy document which will serve as a roadmap for civic
investments into infrastructure and active transportation support programs
in order to make walking and cycling safer, more convenient, accessible,
and attractive to citizens.
Encouraging walking and cycling creates countless community benefits.
Providing greater access and options for walking and cycling will lead to
improved health, increased personal mobility, more liveable and socially
active communities, and reduced impacts on the environment and our climate.
“This project aims to improve the quality of life for all Winnipeggers,”
said Kevin Nixon, Active Transportation Coordinator. “The City needs a
roadmap to prioritize active transportation infrastructure, programs, and
policy to support a growing and dynamic City. It is evident that providing
safe, convenient, accessible and well maintained pedestrian and cycling
infrastructure is important to most Winnipeggers.”
A key component in the development of the Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies
planning has been public engagement. The City heard directly from thousands
of Winnipeggers throughout the process through online and telephone
surveys, public open houses, stakeholder meetings and a workshop, and
through the project website. This feedback was instrumental in developing
the recommendations and plans in the Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies.
Included in this plan are a series of short, medium and long-term
strategies which focus on:
· *Improving connectivity*, including expanding the bicycle
network, expanding and enhancing the sidewalk network, and addressing
barriers to connectivity.
· *Improving convenience* to using active transportation by
providing bicycle parking and end-of-trip facilities and increasing and
improving multi-modal connections.
· *Improving safety and accessibility* by providing accessible
infrastructure, including improving pedestrian and cycling crossings,
developing safe routes to school, and providing well-lit, visible
facilities for pedestrians and cyclists to use.
· *Improving maintenance* for the bicycle and sidewalk networks.
· *Improving vibrancy* of our public spaces by enhancing
streetscapes, land development and site design.
· *Increasing awareness* by offering enhanced way-finding, signage
and trip planning and improving education and awareness on the benefits of
active transportation.
The full cost to implement the strategies is estimated to be approximately
$330 million over the next 20 years. However, consideration will be given
to these strategies in the yearly budgeting process and the use of funds
for specific projects and programs will be approved by Council on a yearly
basis through the Pedestrian and Cycling Action Plan. These strategies will
also be implemented in existing road renewal programs, development projects
and major capital projects.
The Strategies will be a living document and will require continuous
monitoring of the implementation actions and continued collaboration with
stakeholders.
A report
<http://clkapps.winnipeg.ca/dmis/ViewDoc.asp?DocId=14318&SectionId=&InitUrl=>
outlining the strategies will be first considered by the Standing Policy
Committee on Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works on May 5.
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Media inquiries should be directed to the City of Winnipeg Media Inquiry
Line at 204-986-6000 or via email at City-MediaInquiry(a)winnipeg.ca.
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For Immediate Release
Friday, May 1, 2015
*City takes first step in long-term commitment to support and encourage
walking and cycling in Winnipeg*
*Pedestrian Cycling Strategies to serve as roadmap to make walking and
cycling safer, more convenient, accessible, and attractive to citizens*
*Winnipeg, MB *– The City is taking a first step in a long-term commitment
to support and encourage walking and cycling in Winnipeg. The public
service is seeking Council approval for the Pedestrian and Cycling
Strategies, a policy document which will serve as a roadmap for civic
investments into infrastructure and active transportation support programs
in order to make walking and cycling safer, more convenient, accessible,
and attractive to citizens.
Encouraging walking and cycling creates countless community benefits.
Providing greater access and options for walking and cycling will lead to
improved health, increased personal mobility, more liveable and socially
active communities, and reduced impacts on the environment and our climate.
“This project aims to improve the quality of life for all Winnipeggers,”
said Kevin Nixon, Active Transportation Coordinator. “The City needs a
roadmap to prioritize active transportation infrastructure, programs, and
policy to support a growing and dynamic City. It is evident that providing
safe, convenient, accessible and well maintained pedestrian and cycling
infrastructure is important to most Winnipeggers.”
A key component in the development of the Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies
planning has been public engagement. The City heard directly from thousands
of Winnipeggers throughout the process through online and telephone
surveys, public open houses, stakeholder meetings and a workshop, and
through the project website. This feedback was instrumental in developing
the recommendations and plans in the Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies.
Included in this plan are a series of short, medium and long-term
strategies which focus on:
· *Improving connectivity*, including expanding the bicycle
network, expanding and enhancing the sidewalk network, and addressing
barriers to connectivity.
· *Improving convenience* to using active transportation by
providing bicycle parking and end-of-trip facilities and increasing and
improving multi-modal connections.
· *Improving safety and accessibility* by providing accessible
infrastructure, including improving pedestrian and cycling crossings,
developing safe routes to school, and providing well-lit, visible
facilities for pedestrians and cyclists to use.
· *Improving maintenance* for the bicycle and sidewalk networks.
· *Improving vibrancy* of our public spaces by enhancing
streetscapes, land development and site design.
· *Increasing awareness* by offering enhanced way-finding, signage
and trip planning and improving education and awareness on the benefits of
active transportation.
The full cost to implement the strategies is estimated to be approximately
$330 million over the next 20 years. However, consideration will be given
to these strategies in the yearly budgeting process and the use of funds
for specific projects and programs will be approved by Council on a yearly
basis through the Pedestrian and Cycling Action Plan. These strategies will
also be implemented in existing road renewal programs, development projects
and major capital projects.
The Strategies will be a living document and will require continuous
monitoring of the implementation actions and continued collaboration with
stakeholders.
A report
<http://clkapps.winnipeg.ca/dmis/ViewDoc.asp?DocId=14318&SectionId=&InitUrl=>
outlining the strategies will be first considered by the Standing Policy
Committee on Infrastructure Renewal and Public Works on May 5.
-30-
Media inquiries should be directed to the City of Winnipeg Media Inquiry
Line at 204-986-6000 or via email at City-MediaInquiry(a)winnipeg.ca.
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City hall in brief
Posted: 04/30/2015
http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/city-hall-in-brief-301789591.html
No to through-pass traffic
CITY council has unanimously voted to reject traffic entering Winnipeg via
a planned through-pass in East St. Paul.
North Kildonan Coun. Jeff Browaty has been one of the project's biggest
opponents because of the influx of traffic it would allow to flow into
Winnipeg.
"There is no support now or forever for the idea of having general traffic
use the Raleigh corridor," he said Wednesday at council. "The streets were
not designed to handle this kind of traffic."
The new interchange was announced by the province in September, to be
constructed at Highway 59 and the north Perimeter.
Part of the project would see the Perimeter elevated to accommodate a
grade-level extension of Raleigh Street, connecting both sides of the RM of
East St. Paul.
The city administration joined Browaty this month in voicing concern over
the proposed traffic link's impact on road congestion.
The motion adopted on Wednesday called for council not to support the
accommodation of general traffic entering Winnipeg from East St. Paul via
the through-pass.
In the province's original plan, the through-pass was intended for
pedestrians, active transportation and emergency-vehicle access.
In November, however, the province raised the possibility of opening the
through-pass to vehicle traffic, a proposal since endorsed by the RM.
"What we are saying is that what is being built, we don't have any
consideration for it being open to vehicular traffic," Browaty said after
the meeting. "The RM can build what they see fit, but what we are saying is
we are not supporting the idea of opening it up to vehicular traffic
through this tunnel."
Public works chairwoman Coun. Janice Lukes brought forth an add-on to the
motion, which called for public transit to be accommodated via the
through-pass. Browaty, a longtime opponent of bus rapid transit, called the
motion offensive and later remarked "it feels like this council will vote
for anything that has rapid transit in its title."
Browaty and St. Charles Coun. Shawn Dobson were the only councillors who
voted in opposition to the add-on to the motion.