AT-Network May 2016

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Clean Air Day 2016

by Jamie Hilland

Hello fellow Active Transportation Supporters and Cycling Advocates, This year, the Active and Safe Routes to School Program at Green Action Centre is excited to announce that we are partnering with Health Canada and the Winnipeg School Division to celebrate Clean Air Day 2016, with a kid's bike jamboree at The Forks on June 8th. There will be workshops related to sustainable transportation and air quality, and school children from across the city will ride their bikes to The Forks in the afternoon to participate in interactive free events. Stations will include Freedom Concepts with adaptive bikes for student use, a bike obstacle course with the Flaming Cheetahs, a science station with air quality measuring equipment for students to use, bike blender smoothies, and a bike education and repair station by the WRENCH. All students will be getting to the event via sustainable transportation, either by cycling or walking, and will have an opportunity to identify problem areas that they encountered on their commute to the event. We will be identifying these barriers to children's sustainable transportation on a city map, and will be sharing these results with City council. We would love to see many members of the Winnipeg AT community come out and support these kids as they ride to this fun event. Please see details in the media release below, and let us know if you are able to attend, or have any questions. Feel free to spread the word, and we hope to see you there! Who: Green Action Centre’s Active and Safe Routes to School Program Where: The Forks Market Square // Meet at the Canopy When: Wednesday, June 8th from 1:30-3 pm Green Action Centre’s Active and Safe Routes to School Program, with schools across Winnipeg, will celebrate Clean Air Day as well as windup Bike to School Month at The Forks with workshops related to sustainable transportation and air quality. School children from across the city will ride their bikes to The Forks in the afternoon to participate in interactive free events. Stations will include Freedom Concepts with adaptive bikes for student use, a bike obstacle course with the Flaming Cheetahs, a science station with air quality measuring equipment for students to try, and a bike education and repair station by the WRENCH. For more information, visit the website at http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/clean-air-day-2016/ or email media contact below. Cheers, *Jamie Hilland* | *Program Manager* *Active and Safe Routes to School* Transportation Policy is Health Policy <http://greenactioncentre.ca/>Green Action Centre <http://www.greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave | (204) 925-377 <%28204%29%20925-3770>3 | Find us here <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your green living hub Support our work by becoming a member <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>. Donate at CanadaHelps.org <http://canadahelps.org/>

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Join us to launch 2016 Commuter Challenge - Wed, June 1st, 11:45am

by Beth McKechnie

*Please join us tomorrow for music, cookies and, oh yeah, a few speeches to launch this year's Commuter Challenge! * When:* 11:45am, Wed, June 1* Where: *Manitoba Hydro Place *(indoor foyer) * * * * * *Sign up for the Commuter Challenge! * *Green Action Centre sends out the call to Manitobans* May 30, 2016 (Winnipeg, MB) — Green Action Centre is sending out the call to workplaces across Manitoba to sign up for the Commuter Challenge. During Environment Week, June 5- 11, citizens are encouraged to try more sustainable modes of transportation, including carpooling, transit, canoeing, cycling, walking and more. *This Wednesday June 1, 11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. at Manitoba Hydro Place, Ace Burpee, Virgin 103, Janice Lukes, Winnipeg City Council, and Kelvin Shepherd, Manitoba Hydro, and special musical guest Leaf Rapids will join staff from Green Action Centre to rally Manitoba citizens to join with their coworkers and register for the 2016 Commuter Challenge. * “Environmental awareness has been a serious topic lately, sometimes it’s nice to simply bike or walk to work and enjoy the beautiful Manitoba summer, carpool or bus and enjoy the company of your fellow community members. All the while knowing that you’re doing your part for the environment” says Christey Allen, Commuter Challenge Coordinator. “We are happy to share tips with you and lend you support. We want this to be a great experience for you.” In 2015, over 7,000 individuals participated in more than 35 Manitoba communities. Winnipeg and Thompson won the national title for their respective population categories. All participants will be entered in prize draws which include passes to the *Winnipeg Folk Festival, Fringe Festival, Folklorama and Interstellar Rodeo*, a $500 VIA Rail voucher, fresh local food from *My Farmers Market* and *Jonnies Sticky Buns* and much more. To register, simply visit Green Action Centre’s website <http://greenactioncentre.ca/program/commuterchallenge/>. Green Action Centre is your green living hub; a non-profit, non-governmental organization, based in Winnipeg and serving Manitoba. Green Action Centre’s primary areas of work are green commuting, composting and waste, sustainable living and resource conservation. -30- *For further information, contact: * Christey Allen, Commuter Challenge Coordinator 204-925-3775 christey(a)greenactioncentre.ca

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Fwd: Bike Week

by Anders Swanson

>From our neighbours down the Trans Canada. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Maureen Owens Date: Wed, May 25, 2016 at 2:40 PM Subject: Bike Week Hello Everyone, I am forwarding on the Bike Week poster of events and the poster for the kick off. As well, I have included the Face Book link where more information can be found. Please share far and wide and print and post if you can. Thank you. https://www.facebook.com/activetransportationplap *MAUREEN OWENS BPE, BEd* Healthy Living Facilitator çFacilitatrice de vie saine Southern Health-Santé Sud Southport Regional Office 180 Centennaire Drive Southport MB R0H 1N1 *Together leading the way for a healthier tomorrow.* *Ensemble vers un avenir plus sain.* Green space and being outdoors provide an opportunity for physical activity as well as a direct positive effect on reducing stress levels and enhancing mental well-being*.* So remember get outdoors and get a “dose” of nature to help you flourish. Les espaces verts et être en plein air offrent une opportunité de faire de l’activité physique, ont un effect direct sur la diminution du niveau de stress en plus de favoriser le bien-être mental. Alors rappelez-vous, sortez dehors et prenez une « dose » de nature pour vous aider à vous épanouir. ------------------------------ Confidentiality Notice: This message and any attachments to it are intended for the addressee only and may contain confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution or copying is strictly prohibited and we assume no liability for any loss or damage suffered as a result of same. Please notify the sender if you have received this email by mistake and then permanently delete it and any attachments in a secure manner. Thank you. Avis de confidentialité : Le présent courriel et le(s) document(s) joint(s) s’adressent exclusivement au(x) destinataire(s) mentionné(s) et peuvent contenir des renseignements confidentiels. Toute utilisation, divulgation, distribution ou copie non autorisée de ces derniers est strictement interdite et nous ne saurons être tenus responsables des pertes ou des dommages subis en raison de l’une ou l’autre de ces actions. Si vous recevez le présent courriel par erreur, veuillez en aviser immédiatement l’émetteur et détruire le courriel avec le(s) document(s) joint(s) de manière permanente et sécuritaire. Merci.

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Please Share: Job Opportunities @ Winnipeg Trails

by Anders Swanson

...for the best summer jobs ever. Pass it on. We are hiring an Assistant Coordinator and 4 Trails Analysts to help us collect data, talk to people, attend events, and do some fun projects that are fun for everyone. The right candidates will get to use their smart phones, help develop an app and ride around on their bicycles, skateboards or wheelchairs all summer. All the details are here: http://www.winnipegtrails.ca/we-are-hiring If you know anyone between the ages of 15-30, who is returning to school with a passion for healthy/fun transportation, tell them to check this out: Anders Coordinator, Winnipeg Trails Association

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Way to go, Vancouver!

by Jessie Klassen

Wow, Vancouver has reached its cycling mode share goals early - 7% of all trips and 10% of commute trips by bike!! https://momentummag.com/bike-walk/?utm_source=WhatCountsEmail&utm_medium=We… Have a great long weekend, Jessie *Jessie Klassen* | Workplace Commuter Options <http://greenactioncentre.ca/>Green Action Centre <http://www.greenactioncentre.ca> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave* | *(204) 925-3772 | Find us here <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your green living hub Support our work by becoming a member <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>. Donate at CanadaHelps.org <http://canadahelps.org/> *** Please note: I am in the office Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.***

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Free Land Use Planning Workshop Offered June 4

by DeweyPovoledo, Susanne

Good afternoon, Today the City of Winnipeg issued a news release regarding a repeat offering of its first workshop under the Planning Ed program - Land Use Planning - The Big Picture, on June 4. Please see below for details and feel free to share this email widely among your contacts. Free Land Use Planning Workshop Offered June 4 Released: 10:50 a.m. Winnipeg, MB. - The City of Winnipeg is pleased to offer a free public workshop, Land Use Planning - The Big Picture on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at the Millennium Library. The Land Use Planning - The Big Picture workshop is the first in a series of courses the City plans to offer under the educational umbrella of Planning Ed, the City's planning education initiative. The workshop was first offered in November of 2015, and is being offered again due to significant public interest. "The City is committed to building a more open and transparent Winnipeg," says Chief Planner Braden Smith. "This planning workshop will help residents better understand the planning process, enable participation and discussion, and ultimately help us shape the content of future public education offerings related to urban planning." The workshop will increase understanding of local planning and development processes among interested members of the public. Participants will learn about the planning and development framework and the roles of different urban planning tools and how they are applied in our neighbourhoods. The class will outline the differences between OurWinnipeg and the Complete Communities Direction Strategy, secondary plans, and zoning by-laws. As well, participants will explore the range of development applications that are commonly associated with new development and re-development. Refreshments will be provided and seating is limited. Title: Land Use Planning - The Big Picture Date: Saturday, June 4 Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: Millennium Library (251 Donald Street), 2nd Floor - Buchwald Room Cost: free Interested participants are invited to register by phone or by email: Phone: 204-986-2636 Email: PlanningEd(a)winnipeg.ca<http://winnipeg.ca/shared/htmlsnippets/MailForm.asp?Recipient=planningEd> For more information on Planning Ed, and the Land Use Planning - The Big Picture workshop, please visit thePlanning Ed webpage<http://winnipeg.ca/ppd/planning/planninged/>. [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: C:\Users\rvanbeve\Desktop\COWlogo.jpg] Susanne Dewey Povoledo Planner, Planning, Property and Development Department City of Winnipeg Phone: 204-986-4723 | Fax: 204-986-7524 Address: 15 - 30 Fort Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4X5 Website: www.winnipeg.ca/ppd<http://www.winnipeg.ca/ppd> | Email: sdeweypovoledo(a)winnipeg.ca Please consider the environment before printing this email [Description: Year-of-Reconciliation]

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AT Webinar slides: Aspects of Equity

by Beth McKechnie

Hi everyone, Here are the slides from yesterday's APBP webinar on equity issues around Active Transportation. Apparently it was a thought-provoking webinar with some good discussion afterward. Unfortunately, I was unable to attend (thank you to Jessie for hosting!), so if there are others who wanted to see it and weren't able to yesterday, please let me know and we'll see about scheduling a viewing of the recorded version. cheers, Beth -- *Beth McKechnie* | Workplace Commuter Options <http://greenactioncentre.ca/>Green Action Centre <http://www.greenactioncentre.ca/> <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave | (204) 925-3772 | Find us here <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your green living hub Support our work by becoming a member <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>. Donate at CanadaHelps.org <http://canadahelps.org/>

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Ontario to Invest $400 Million in Cycling over the next 4 years

by Anders Swanson

[Manitoba would do well to watch carefully what is happening in Ontario. Back story: After seeing enormous demand for its first pilot investment in cycling communities (151 communities applied for the maximum amount ($325K) and for one project each but only 37 could ultimately be funded) the Province Ontario is back with more funding specific to cycling. A lot more. As part of a massive climate change action plan, it plans to invest *$400 Million in Cycling over the next 4 years. *Part of their evolving and comprehensive CycleON approach to cycling strategy. After already tweaking transit funding wording in phase 1 of their massive infrastructure plan to encourage provinces to apply for transit infrastructure funding for "last mile" cycling and walking projects, there are reasons to believe that the Federal Government will soon follow up with something more specific in phase 2. Both the city of Ottawa and City of Toronto, in anticipation, are making public requests for federal government help on cycling and walking projects. The question remains: Will Winnipeg and Manitoba be ready too? - Anders] *See today's Globe and Mail article: * http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/ontario-to-spend-7-billion-in-… *More about CycleON: * http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/publications/ontario-cycling-strategy.shtml *City of Ottawa: * http://www.metronews.ca/news/ottawa/2016/03/27/fast-track-cycling-with-fede… *City of Toronto: * *http://app.toronto.ca/tmmis/viewAgendaItemHistory.do?item=2016.PW12.15 <http://app.toronto.ca/tmmis/viewAgendaItemHistory.do?item=2016.PW12.15>* Anders Coordinator, Winnipeg Trails Chair, Canada Bikes 204-797-1962

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Active & Green: The Bike Edition (and more)

by Jessie Klassen

Check out our latest issue of Active & Green. Please share with your networks: http://tinyurl.com/gkuv99g If you'd like to subscribe or see back issues, here you go <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/active-green/>. thanks! Jessie Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. <http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a183a3f55cc&id=6676ed8c28…> *Commuter Challenge* <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> Throw down the gauntlet this year and challenge another company <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> in your sector to outdo each other. If you're the Commuter Challenge coordinator at your workplace, don't miss the orientation <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> (and delicious lunch) on May 18. Sign up for a free session on tools and tips <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> to help your co-workers switch to an active or green commute. Find some inspiration or add your story to the Commuters of Manitoba <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>. Everyone is invited to join us for the launch <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> on June 1. ------------------------------ Is your workplace located in downtown Winnipeg <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>? If so, nominate a co-worker <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> who normally drives to be awarded a 5-day bus pass during the Commuter Challenge! Nomination forms <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> due by May 27. ------------------------------ *Portage shares and repairs bikes* <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> Portage la Prairie is a bustling place for bikes these days. From their shared bike program to a new community bike repair shop (thanks to CMHA <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> and modelled after the WRENCH <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>) to Bike Week plans, there's lots happening on two wheels. Keep up to date <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>. ------------------------------ *Weirdly interesting* Finally, a detailed graphic on how to wear a bicycle helmet <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>! And who'd have thought you'd find the history of cycling <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> on cigarette cards (seriously)? Put that in your pipe, tobacco companies. Have you ever tried to draw a bike from memory? It ain't easy. And even harder to ride <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>. ------------------------------ *Upcoming events* Bike to School Month <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> May 9 - June 8 Commuter Challenge: Workplace Coordinators' Orientation Session <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> May 18, Noon-1pm Transportation Talks: Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> May 19, Noon-1pm MPI Cycling Champion training <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> May 27 or June 18 Commuting Ambassador Training I: Tools & Resources <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> May 30, 1-4pm Winnipeg Trails Association: International Trails Day <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> June 4 Commuter Challenge <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> Plus #BusisBetter June 5-11 Clean Air Day at The Bridge <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> June 8 Transportation Talks: Winnipeg's Transportation Master Plan Update <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> June 16, Noon-1pm The WRENCH: City Riding Workshop <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> June 18, 12:30-2pm Bike Week Winnipeg <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> Bike Week Portage la Prairie <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> June 18-24 ------------------------------ Like what you read? Check out some back issues <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> . *It's the cycling edition... Worldwide bike campout * If you like camping, why not try camping by bike! Take part in Swift's worldwide bike campout <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> on June 25 & 26. I will be attempting the bike ride from Winnipeg to Birds Hill, this time with my husband and 2 boys. Find tips on family camping by bike <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> and bike routes to Birds Hill <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> on our blog. *Summer is here. Bike!* <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> Seeing Green Action Centre's beautiful Bike! video from a few year's ago makes me excited for the summer season ahead. Why not enjoy <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>the video <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> one more time and share it with your friends. <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> *DIY projects for your bike * <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> Whether you need to transport your guitar <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> or your dog <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> by bike, or simply want to turn your favourite bag into a pannier <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>, there's a DIY project waiting for you. *A better way to go* <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> Want to improve commuter options at your workplace? 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AT Webinar: Aspects of Equity, Wed, May 18, 2-3pm, EcoCentre

by Beth McKechnie

Green Action Centre and Bike Winnipeg invite you to join us for a local viewing of the APBP webinar: *Aspects of Equity*. The webinar viewing takes place in the EcoCentre boardroom (3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave) and will be followed by group discussion of local applications. RSVPs appreciated but not necessary. Hope to see you then! cheers, Beth * * * * * *Aspects of EquityWednesday, May 18 | 2-3pm CDT* How is equity defined? Inclusion of underserved populations into active transportation planning and decision-making is key to ensuring positive outcomes for users that need it most. This session will focus on the different facets of transportation equity, highlighting case studies offering effective community engagement strategies for organizations and groups involved in active transportation. *Speakers:* - Ebony Adedayo, Alliance for Metropolitan Stability - Ed Ewing, the Major Taylor Project - Anita Hairston, PolicyLink

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