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Cycle track & bus stops: self-regulating sidewalk ballet
by Beth McKechnie 26 Jun '14

26 Jun '14

When you have a couple of minutes to watch a video, here's an excellent example of a protected bike lane (cycle track) with "floating bus stops" in San Francisco. Peds and cyclists seem to be able to negotiate the crossover space nicely. It's similar in concept to our cycle track on Pembina with bus stop crossovers but a step up in design. http://www.peopleforbikes.org/blog/entry/in-sf-a-bike-lane-between-transit-…

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Fwd: PBIC News: Free Webinar on Creating Livable Communities
by Beth McKechnie 25 Jun '14

25 Jun '14

Hello everyone, Here are a couple of free webinars that you might be interested in listening in. I'm away on July 3rd so am unable to host a group viewing for that one. However I have registered for the July 17th webinar if anyone wishes to join me at the EcoCentre boardroom to take in that one. cheers, Beth * * * * * <http://cts.vresp.com/fbl?53e1737151/a153a5784b/http%3A%2F%2Fhosted-p0.vresp…> <http://cts.vresp.com/ts?53e1737151/a153a5784b/http%3A%2F%2Fapi.addthis.com%…> <http://cts.vresp.com/ls?53e1737151/a153a5784b/http%3A%2F%2Fapi.addthis.com%…> [image: PBIC News Brief -- News from the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center] June 24, 2014 Free webinars on Creating Great Communities through Public Involvement *CHAPEL HILL, NC* — The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) is pleased to announce two new free webinars in its Livable Communities Webinar Series: *Creating Great Communities through Public Involvement: Organizational Models for Public Involvement Thursday, July 3, 2014 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time* *To register: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/918249618 <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/53e1737151/a153a5784b/e26449a0…>* *Creating Great Communities through Public Involvement: How to Create and Run Effective Advisory and Advocacy Groups Thursday, July 17, 2014 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time* *To register:* *https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/301333722 <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/53e1737151/a153a5784b/9f40c5f1…>* (You must register for each webinar separately.) Ongoing, sustainable and effective public involvement is one of the cornerstones of creating a great community. This is a two-part webinar series exploring how to create more livable communities through public involvement. The first webinar, Organizational Models for Public Involvement, will explain why public involvement is necessary, identify the types of public involvement, and review organizational models and opportunities for public involvement. Attendees will learn specific institutional changes they can make to better involve the public in all projects and programs, thereby creating better communities for walking and bicycling. The second webinar, How to Create and Run Effective Advisory and Advocacy Groups, will explain why and how to create and run effective advisory and advocacy groups. Attendees will learn detailed techniques for recruiting members, maintaining active participation, effecting change, and creating positive working relationships between the public and governmental agencies. Advocates and local governmental officials will find this webinar beneficial. Both webinars are presented by Peter Lagerwey, Seattle Regional Office Director, Toole Design Group. PBIC offers free, public webinars approximately every month. To register for upcoming webinars and to access archived presentations, please visit www.pedbikeinfo.org/webinars <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/53e1737151/a153a5784b/149c7dc2…> . ------------------------------ Since its inception in 1999, PBIC's mission has been to improve the quality of life in communities through the increase of safe walking and bicycling as a viable means of transportation and physical activity. The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center is maintained by the University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center with funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration. ------------------------------ *Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center* 730 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd Campus Box 3430 Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3430 Phone: 1.888.823.3977 Fax: 919.962.8710 www.pedbikeinfo.org <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/53e1737151/a153a5784b/f9dd4bac…> ------------------------------ Click to view this email in a browser <http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/871151/53e1737151/1497262246/a153a5784b/> If you no longer wish to receive these emails, please reply to this message with "Unsubscribe" in the subject line or simply click on the following link: Unsubscribe <http://cts.vresp.com/u?53e1737151/a153a5784b/mlpftw> ------------------------------ Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center 730 MLK, Jr. Blvd. CB 3430 Chapel Hill, NC 27599 US Read <http://www.verticalresponse.com/content/pm_policy.html> the VerticalResponse marketing policy. [image: Non-Profits Email Free with VerticalResponse!] <http://www.verticalresponse.com/landing/ef/?np/53e1737151&utm_campaign=foot…>

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Great quote from TCAT's latest video
by Beth McKechnie 22 Jun '14

22 Jun '14

Great quote in the latest video (with the Mayor of Ajax) from the series by the Toronto Centre for Active Transportation: "The bike beside you is the car that *isn't* in front of you..." http://itsyourmove.tcat.ca/video/

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WFP: Advocate for active transit to pursue council seat (Jun20'14)
by Beth McKechnie 20 Jun '14

20 Jun '14

[Kudos to Janice for having the courage to throw her hat in the ring even if it's for active "transit" rather than transportation. -Beth] Advocate for active transit to pursue council seat By: Bartley Kives http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/Advocate-for-active-transit-to-pursu… Active-transportation activist Janice Lukes plans to run for city council in the soon-to-be-vacant St. Norbert ward. Lukes, the former director of the Winnipeg Trails Association and a part-time executive assistant to outgoing Coun. Justin Swandel, said she will mount a campaign to succeed her employer in July, when candidates for council seats are permitted to register their campaigns. Lukes is a well-known figure at city hall, due to years of lobbying in favour of funding to expand the city’s network of bike-and-pedestrian trails. The late Charleswood-Tuxedo councillor Bill Clement once dubbed her "Queen of the Trails" during a committee-meeting fight. She said she went to work for Swandel after years of badgering him about projects in St. Norbert. Lukes said she has never been a member of a Manitoba political party, but was approached by three to run in the most recent provincial election. Restaurateur Sachit Mehra has also declared his intention to run in St. Norbert. Swandel has served St. Norbert since 2005, when he won a byelection to replace his former boss, John Angus. Swandel announced last month he would not run again.

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CycleON: Ontario's Cycling Strategy involves 12 provincial ministries
by Beth McKechnie 19 Jun '14

19 Jun '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Terry Zdan <tjzdan50(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, 19 Jun 2014 10:42:13 -0500 *#CycleON: Ontario’s Cycling Strategy* [image: Martin Goodman Trail Bridge. A man cycles across a trail bridge. Photo Credit: City of Toronto] Ontario’s Cycling Strategy looks ahead 20 years and outlines what needs to be done to *promote cycling across the province as a viable mode of transportation*. http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/pubs/cycling/ -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com>

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Walkable neighbourhoods reduce obesity, diabetes
by Beth McKechnie 19 Jun '14

19 Jun '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Terry Zdan <tjzdan50(a)gmail.com> Date: Wed, 18 Jun 2014 11:20:41 -0500 Do 'walkable' neighborhoods reduce obesity, diabetes? Yes, research suggests Date: June 17, 2014 Source: American Diabetes Association Summary: People who live in neighborhoods that are conducive to walking experienced a substantially lower rate of obesity, overweight and diabetes than those who lived in more auto-dependent neighborhoods, according to a pair of studies. Specifically, the studies found that people living in neighborhoods with greater walkability saw on average a 13 percent lower development of diabetes incidence over 10 years than those that were less walkable. *Story Source:* The above story is based on materials <http://www.diabetes.org/newsroom/press-releases/2014/do-walkable-neighborho…> provided by *American Diabetes Association* <http://www.diabetes.org/?loc=logo>. *Note: Materials may be edited for content and length.* -- http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/06/140617130824.htm Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com>

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[National Post - Andrew Coyne]: Vanouver's Road Pricing Proposal a Revolutionary Fix for Gridlock
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 17 Jun '14

17 Jun '14

http://fullcomment.nationalpost.com/2014/06/16/andrew-coyne-vancouvers-road… -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* Find us here <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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WFP: Unprotected lanes dissed - Bike paths on Pembina should be separate, city advised (Jun17'14)
by Beth McKechnie 17 Jun '14

17 Jun '14

If anyone knows what was done and on which streets to create "new residential bike routes" in Fort Garry, could you please email me? (see #3 below in sidebar) I am drawing a complete and utter blank on anything being done other than the convoluted route, which has been around for years, being included on the bike map. thanks, Beth * * * * * Unprotected lanes dissed Bike paths on Pembina should be separate, city advised By: Bartley Kives Consultants hired to determine the best way for cyclists to travel between downtown and the University of Manitoba warned the city not to build unprotected bike lanes along Pembina Highway. In a 2009 study commissioned by the city to help determine what new bike infrastructure to build, consulting firms Stantec Inc. and Marr Consulting concluded traffic volumes and speeds on Pembina Highway were too high to warrant anything other than bike lanes that would separate cyclists from motor vehicles. THE PEMBINA PROBLEM Consultants hired by the city to consider new cycling routes made the following recommendations about Pembina Highway: 1. Do not build on or along Pembina *What the consultants suggested:*The speed and volume of motor-vehicle traffic along Pembina Highway is so large, bikes would need to be completely separated -- and the cost would be too high. *What the city did: *Took this advice, at first. Then changed course and built bike lanes alongside Pembina from Chevrier Boulevard to Plaza Drive. 2. Divert cyclists north of Jubilee into Crescentwood & Rockwood *What was suggested:* Create new bike routes along Nassau Street and Harrow Street to allow cyclists to avoid Pembina. *What the city did:* Built these bikeways in 2010. 3. Divert cyclists south of Jubilee onto Point Road and Crescent Park *What was suggested:* Create a new bike route through residential areas east of Pembina in Fort Garry -- supplemented by a new bikeway running alongside the second phase of the Southwest Transitway. *What the city did: *New residential bike routes were created, but the second phase of the transitway was delayed -- and is now slated to run farther west of Pembina. 4. Build a new riverside connector path *What was recommended: *A new riverside path from Riviera Crescent to Plaza Drive was needed to complete the alternative to Pembina. *What the city did:* Nothing. The crucial gap remains in place. 5. Build a bike tunnel at the Jubilee Overpass *What was suggested: *Build a tunnel to bypass this choke point, ideally as part of the Southwest Transitway extension. *What the city did:* Something such as this is still in the works. 6. Promote the city's cycling network *What was suggested: *Promote cycling routes along the side streets to get bikes off Pembina. *What the city did: *Published a cycling map and created a website. Given that fully separated lanes would have cost up to $22 million at that time -- and still would have exposed cyclists to danger at intersections -- the consultants advised the city to build new southwest Winnipeg bike routes away from Pembina Highway. The city heeded this advice for two to three years, when new bike routes were developed in residential neighbourhoods parallel to the busy thoroughfare. But in 2012, council approved the construction of unprotected bike lanes along a one-kilometre stretch of Pembina between Chevrier Boulevard and Plaza Drive. The consultants warned encouraging people to use Pembina Highway as a cycling route would be counterproductive and undesirable. "Due to the high volumes and speeds of traffic on Pembina Highway, (alternative) routes would be more effective at encouraging (less-experienced) cyclists," the project team wrote in a report that circulated among city staff in 2009 and was later obtained by the Free Press. "To create safe cycling facilities on Pembina Highway, full separation from motor-vehicle traffic is a necessity and separation between pedestrians and cyclists would also be preferred." After reviewing six potential options for fully separated Pembina bike lanes -- including cycle tracks on each side of the street and a path down the centre median -- the consultants concluded it would be far more cost-effective to create cycling routes on side streets and wait for the construction of a bike corridor along the second phase of the Southwest Transitway to provide a more direct alternative for commuter cyclists. "The project team decided not to recommend treatments on Pembina due to the extremely high costs of construction. There are too many other needs in the city's active-transportation network," the consultants wrote. Instead of building along Pembina Highway, the consultants recommended the construction of new bikeways through the Crescentwood, Earl Grey and Rockwood neighbourhoods north of Jubilee Avenue and through the Point Road and Crescent Park neighbourhoods south of Jubilee Avenue. To make this work, the consultants said the city would need to build a tunnel to allow cyclists to bypass the Jubilee Underpass and a new riverside path that would connect Riviera Crescent to Plaza Drive. The city built the new residential neighbourhood bike routes, but has put off plans to bypass the Jubilee Underpass until its reconstruction, now planned for 2015 to 2019. The Riviera-to-Plaza connector has not been built. The city also delayed plans to complete the Southwest Transitway, which is now expected to be finished no earlier than 2020 -- on a route that extends as far as 1.6 kilometres to the west of Pembina Highway. "I think the whole thing has been totally messed up by the delay in rapid transit," said Fort Rouge-East Fort Garry Coun. Jenny Gerbasi. "It makes sense to have a leisurely route through residential neighbourhoods, but it also makes sense to have a more direct route. Now we have to wait until 2020 for that." Gerbasi said she sees the unprotected bike lanes built along Pembina Highway two years ago as a stopgap measure. The Pembina Highway route has been criticized since the death last week of a Bombers fan who was cycling to Investors Group Field. He collided with a vehicle near Bishop Grandin Boulevard, while the recommended bike route suggests cyclists exit Pembina before that, at Plaza Drive. bartley.kives(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 17, 2014 A3

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FW: June 26th, Blue Bombers Home Opener
by Janice Lukes 17 Jun '14

17 Jun '14

See below – it’s a great volunteer experience. From: Amanda San Filippo [mailto:bvwcoordinator@bicyclevaletwinnipeg.ca] Sent: Monday, June 16, 2014 10:53 PM To: Volunteers; Board(a)bicyclevaletwinnipeg.ca Subject: June 26th, Blue Bombers Home Opener ** IF YOU NO LONGER WISH TO RECEIVE THESE EMAILS, PLEASE RESPOND WITH THE HEADLINE "UNSUBSCRIBE" ** Hello all, Last email for the day! The Blue Bombers Home Opener should be busy! We will be setting up for a full 800 bike capacity, with 4 separate locations all between gates 3 and 4. The racks will be provided for us, so we will only be responsible for setting up the signage and tables. I anticipate this to be busy and want to be over prepared. Please feel free to have friends volunteer as well, but please have them fill out the doodle and email me with their email address/phone number. As always, if you sign up and can no longer make your shift, please email me, or call as soon as possible. If you anticipate being late for a shift, please add the details and estimated arrival time in the comments section of the Doodle. Additional details are found on the doodle and I hope to see many of you there! You can sign up here: http://doodle.com/wrwhsfzps7ckvy36 Amanda -- Coordinator Bicycle Valet Winnipeg http://bicyclevaletwinnipeg.ca/ *Join Us on Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bicycle-Valet-Winnipeg/118463088183043> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/#%21/bicyclevaletwpg>

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WFP editorial: Safer cycling possible (Jun16'14)
by Beth McKechnie 16 Jun '14

16 Jun '14

Safer cycling possible http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/opinion/editorials/safer-cycling-possible-… The death of an elderly cyclist on his way to a football game last week has renewed the discussion about what needs to be done to make it safer for two-wheelers to travel safely within a city dominated by motor vehicles and unfriendly roads. As with most cities in North America, Winnipeg has made great strides in the last decade in recognizing the benefits of encouraging people to leave their cars at home and get on a bicycle or walk. Thousands of Winnipeggers, in fact, have joined the worldwide boom in bicycle traffic. According to a survey by the lobby group Bike Winnipeg, 10 per cent of respondents said the bicycle is their main form of transportation, while 46 per cent said they would like to cycle more often. Some 36 per cent said they are interested in bicycling more but are concerned about cycling on busy roads next to traffic. The city has built or dedicated hundreds of kilometres of bike lanes, paths and corridors, but of course it's not enough to meet the need or demand. There are still too many high-risk streets, intersections and underpasses that are not bike-friendly. Many motorists still act as if they own the road, while some cyclists ignore the rules of the road. It will be another 20 or 30 years before the city begins to achieve the level of service demanded by cyclists. That's the bottom line, but it doesn't mean nothing else can be done immediately to improve safety for everyone. The province, for example, said last year it was considering an amendment to the Highway Traffic Act that would require motorists to provide more room to cyclists, while also allowing them to ride further from the curb. The law currently says motorists must pass "at a safe distance," which is difficult to enforce because it is subject to interpretation. Some provinces require motorists to move into the other lane on narrow roads or if it is the only way to pass safely. Police also need to be more aggressive in enforcing the existing law, even if it is vague. There are too many examples of cars and trucks whizzing by cyclists at distances that are too close for comfort. Obviously, a legislative amendment that forced motorists to give at least one metre in separation would be easier to enforce. In terms of bike routes, the city and Bike Winnipeg have published maps that are also available online, but many cyclists are still not familiar with them. There is a designated bike path close to where the man was killed last week, for example, that allows cyclists to avoid the horrendously dangerous intersection of Pembina Highway and Bishop Grandin. The city can do a better job of posting signs. Currently, the bike route on Pembina disappears without a trace and without warning near the scene of the accident. The real issue, however, isn't about how to get to football games without risking life and limb, but about creating an alternative-transportation culture. People who have cycled in some European cities, for example, report the same problems with inadequate cycling infrastructure, but say motorists and cyclists display a civility that is not as evident here. They seem to be looking out for one another. The ongoing debate over the years in Winnipeg seems to have increased awareness and caution, but there is still a deficiency in respectful behaviour. Manitoba Public Insurance and other government agencies could help change that through public-awareness campaigns. Winnipeg is on its way to becoming a cycling city, winter and summer, but it will require a sustained commitment to the principle that alternative transportation is the new mantra. Editorials are the consensus view of the Winnipeg Free Press’ editorial board, comprising Catherine Mitchell, David O’Brien and Paul Samyn. Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 16, 2014 A8

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WFP: Spinning their wheels on safety - Cyclists on back burner with stadium: advocate (Jun14'14)
by Beth McKechnie 16 Jun '14

16 Jun '14

Spinning their wheels on safetyCyclists on back burner with stadium: advocate <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> By: Geoff Kirbyson http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/spinning-their-wheels-on-safety-2631… A member of the event-day advisory committee at Investors Group Field said the death of a Winnipeg Blue Bombers fan on Tuesday was tragic but not surprising. Janice Lukes, the active-transportation representative on EDAC and a longtime cycling advocate, said with so many other issues to deal with at the stadium over the past 12 months -- parking, buses and construction problems -- cyclists have been on the back burner. Cyclist hurt in collision A man was transported to hospital in unstable condition Friday after a car-bike collision in East Kildonan. Police couldn't say exactly what happened, but confirmed they responded to a call around 1:15 p.m, where they located the man. Munroe Avenue between Gateway and Grey was closed after the incident, but has since reopened. Friday afternoon, police officers were interviewing a female driver of a sedan parked just in front of the mangled bike. The police let the woman leave the scene shortly after. The incident is the second in a week where a cyclist has been involved in a vehicle collision. On Monday night, 69-year-old Dick Stevenson died after he was struck by a vehicle while travelling on Pembina Highway on the way to a football game at Investors Group Field. "In the big picture, active transportation is never front and centre. We need leadership on this file," she said. The risks for cyclists were brought up at every EDAC meeting over the past year, she said, and while other members -- including representatives of the city, the University of Manitoba, the Bombers, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic department, Winnipeg Transit and residents who live near the football stadium -- agreed the risks were a problem, nobody seemed to know who had the ultimate responsibility for fixing them, she said. To prove stakeholders could act when they wanted to, Lukes cited the "million dollars worth of buses" that were activated to correct the many problems fans had getting to the Fort Garry stadium after the first game last year. The only thing that caught Lukes slightly off guard was that Dick Stevenson's cycling accident prior to Monday's exhibition game happened during daylight hours. Most of the committee's concerns surrounded what would happen after the final whistle had blown and cyclists, many of them inexperienced, headed home. "Some fans (who are driving) have had a few drinks. Many of these cyclists don't know to wear reflective colours or put lights on their bikes," she said. Bombers CEO Wade Miller said nothing is more important to the football club than fan safety. He left no doubt, however, about who should be driving the bus. "Which is why we have an official request into the City of Winnipeg to immediately address outstanding pedestrian and cycling concerns. We look forward to their leadership on this issue," he said. A spokeswoman for the city said active transportation is a top priority. To prove her point, she pointed to the $85 million the city has spent on it since 2008. A spokesman for the province said the Selinger government is also committed to providing opportunities for safe and convenient cycling in Winnipeg and across the province. Since 2000, he said, it has invested more than $40 million in active-transportation infrastructure and programs including developing the Trans-Canada Trail in communities throughout the province, developing trails along the floodway, supporting rapid transit as well as providing funding for more than 65 active-transportation projects in Winnipeg and 34 more in other communities. Other major projects to come in the government's five-year plan include an active-transportation overpass at the Perimeter Highway and Highway 59 and the redevelopment of the Pembina-Jubilee Underpass, which will include additional vehicle and bike lanes. Lukes said the city has been delinquent in reinstalling "bollards," which are 1.2-metre-high plastic posts with reflectors that delineate the bike lane between Chevrier Boulevard and Plaza Drive. "The city put them up last year, but they haven't put them up this year. We need leadership on the city's active-transportation file," she said. geoff.kirbyson(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 14, 2014 A4

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Fwd: Prevent Further Cycling Deaths
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 13 Jun '14

13 Jun '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Laura Donatelli <omojean98(a)hotmail.com> Date: Fri, Jun 13, 2014 at 3:21 PM Subject: Prevent Further Cycling Deaths To: Laura Donatelli <omojean98(a)hotmail.com> Hi Friends, As a part of Bike Winnipeg week, this coming Monday evening (June 16th), cyclists across Winnipeg are encouraged to come together at MTYP (The Forks) to identify the most critical areas for cycling improvement needed in Winnipeg. Let's try to prevent further cycling deaths in our city. Please spread the word amongst other cyclists and those who care about them. Thanks, Laura Donatelli -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* Find us here <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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AT Webinar: Calming Arterial Streets for Safer Walking and Cycling, Wed, Jun 18, 2-3pm, EcoCentre
by Beth McKechnie 13 Jun '14

13 Jun '14

Green Action Centre and Bike Winnipeg invite you to join us for a local viewing of the following APBP webinar at the EcoCentre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> (3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave). This will be followed by group discussion of local applications. A particularly timely topic for Winnipeg plus it's during Bike Week! RSVPs appreciated but not necessary. Hope to see you then. cheers, Beth (204) 925-3772 ** * * * ** *Calming Arterial Streets for Safer Walking and Cycling* <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> *Wednesday, June 18th, 2014 | 2:00-3:00 pm Central* High-volume, high-speed arterials present special challenges for taming traffic. Conventional transportation thinking about arterials prioritizes moving large numbers of vehicles at high speed over long distances, even if those roadways run through the heart of a city. This thinking ignores the historical purpose of cities—to minimize distance and provide productive venues for economic and social exchange. Join this webinar to learn how cities are beginning to rethink their priorities for arterial streets, and what this means for planning for safer roads that also contribute to a city’s economic vitality. Ian Lockwood, Livable Transportation Engineer at Toole Design Group and a 2011 Harvard School of Design Loeb Fellow, challenges attendees to reconsider the connections between the economic role of cities, place-making, mobility and great city streets. His presentation describes the evolution of arterial streets, discusses the concept of mobility as improving population movement for economic and social exchange, and suggests an alternative, context-sensitive framework for measuring arterial performance. Specific projects highlight cities that are rethinking their arterials and the role of traffic calming measures used as strategies to improve mobility. *Presenter*: Ian Lockwood, Livable Transportation Engineer, Toole Design Group

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WFP: Bicycle safety on the road is a two-way street (Jun13'14)
by Beth McKechnie 13 Jun '14

13 Jun '14

Bicycle safety on the road is a two-way street http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/bicycle-safety-on-the-road-is-a-two-… Bicycles and vehicles share the road, so Manitoba Public Insurance wants to remind everyone a little care and concern from both goes a long way. MPI spokeswoman MaryAnn Kempe said cyclists can be proactive by understanding the dangers of vehicle blind spots and how they can avoid a collision. "Turning and side-swipe collisions are two of the most common collisions involving cyclists, according to claims data," Kempe, the vice-president of business development and communications and chief product officer for MPI, said in a press release. "Maintaining visibility is vital to preventing these types of collisions -- especially when it comes to large vehicles. If cyclists and motorists can see each other, then these types of collisions could be avoided. From a cyclist's perspective, if you cannot see the driver from where you are on the road, then you also need to assume that they cannot see you." In the statement, Sgt. Rob Riffel of the Winnipeg Police Service encouraged cyclists to ride defensively and recognize potentially dangerous situations. "Motorists and cyclists are both entitled to be on the roadways. There should be a mutual respect for both groups," Riffel stated. Claims data released by MPI show three Manitobans are killed and 250 others are injured each year in bicycle collisions. There was also an average of 269 bicycle-motor vehicle collisions reported from 2007-2011, with the majority (98.4 per cent) occurring in urban centres. Dave Elmore, CAN-Bike master instructor and former director of safety and education for Bike Winnipeg, said a defensive strategy for cyclists when approaching an intersection is to always shoulder check and signal before moving into the centre of the lane. Under no circumstance should a bike rider pass motor vehicles on the right or position themselves to the right of vehicles at an intersection, Elmore said. Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 13, 2014 A5

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WFP: Cycling to Bombers field takes a Hail Mary or two (Jun13'14)
by Beth McKechnie 13 Jun '14

13 Jun '14

Cycling to Bombers field takes a Hail Mary or two By: Geoff Kirbyson See accompanying video at: http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/cycling-to-bombers-field-takes-a-hai… Riding your bicycle down Pembina Highway to Investors Group Field is a bit of a Hail Mary. Traffic congestion in south Winnipeg before and after Winnipeg Blue Bombers games has been a bone of contention even before the new stadium opened last year. The issue reached a critical stage after 69-year-old Dick Stevenson was hit by a vehicle while riding his bike to Monday's exhibition game against the Toronto Argonauts and died the next morning. But if the city and the football club want fans to seriously consider two-wheeled transportation to the University of Manitoba campus, some changes must be made as soon as possible so cyclists can make the commute safely, particularly after games when it's dark. To get an idea of what the trip is like, I strapped a Go-Pro camera to my bike helmet and set off down Pembina from McGillivray Boulevard early Thursday afternoon. I'm an experienced cyclist, but I purposely avoid roadways such as this. The traffic is constant, even when it's not rush hour, and there's not a lot of room out there. For the first kilometre or two, I'm sharing the curb lane with SUVs, pickup trucks and the odd compact car. I relax a little when I hit Chevrier Boulevard and the road opens up to a dedicated bike lane. There are a few mini-detours where the path takes me up on to the sidewalk -- usually around bus stops -- for a few metres at a time, and at this point, I think the ride isn't too bad. But then I hit Plaza Drive, just north of Bishop Grandin, and everything stopped. The bike lane ends abruptly, and there's no signage or arrows directing me where to go. I think of Mr. Stevenson as I hug the curb once again with vehicles whizzing past me because this is where he was struck. But the route gets even more treacherous as I reach the westbound Bishop Grandin turnoff. Even if I wanted to keep going straight, I'd have to battle for position with vehicles making the turn. Instead, I opt for the sidewalk crossing and make my way across the bridge via the pedestrian overpass. There was only one woman walking ahead of me, but I can imagine it would jammed before Bomber games. Making my way on to University Crescent, there is, again, no dedicated bike lane, but there's a decent shoulder to ride on, although there's still a fair amount of sand and grime I would have expected to have been picked up by street cleaners in the spring. Finally, I arrive at my destination. Would it be worth it to ride to a football game? Probably. I'd make sure to leave super early to avoid the worst of the crush. I'd probably say a Hail Mary once or twice, too. geoff.kirbyson(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 13, 2014 A5

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WFP: Area's hazard won't change soon - Safer path at site of tragedy years away (Jun13'14)
by Beth McKechnie 13 Jun '14

13 Jun '14

Area's hazard won't change soonSafer path at site of tragedy years away <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> By: Mary Agnes Welch http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/areas-hazard-wont-change-soon-262987… It's one of the most intimidating stretches for cyclists, and it could be a decade or more before any significant bike infrastructure is built there. Pembina Highway and Bishop Grandin, where a Winnipeg Blue Bomber fan was killed while cycling to Monday night's exhibition game, is about to be bracketed by a buffered bike path local cyclists love. The Pembina bike lane north of Bishop Grandin was built last summer, and crews are working now on a short stretch south of the eight-lane overpass. But the overpass itself is widely seen as among the worst spots for cyclists, thanks largely to many merge lanes, several driveways and the sheer speed and volume of cars. But a truly separated bike path next to the proposed bus rapid transit line along the nearby Letellier rail line is still at least six years away from completion, assuming federal infrastructure cash can be secured for the southwest rapid transit corridor that city council debates endlessly. And the construction of a buffered bike lane along the full length of Pembina Highway is part of the city's draft cycling master plan. But that's a 20-year project, and city transportation staff could offer no word Thursday when capital funding might be available or where Pembina Highway might fall on the spending priority list. The active transportation master plan goes to council for approval later this year. To avoid the Bishop Grandin-Pembina intersection and get to the University of Manitoba, the city recommends a bike detour east along Plaza Drive and following the Red River through the back campus. But that route is not well-known to cyclists. The intersection is under the cycling spotlight, but Bike Winnipeg's Mark Cohoe says there are many others in the city that are no-go areas for many bikers. Those include Main Street at the Higgins underpass, Confusion Corner and the Osborne Street underpass, and Main Street at Broadway, where long left-turn lanes see cars stacked up and often in conflict with pedestrians and cyclists. Winnipeg bike enthusiasts have many tales of crashes and close calls along Pembina, but collision experts with the Winnipeg police have investigated at least two serious ones in recent years. In June of 2011, a 52-year-old woman died when her bike was struck by a 23-year-old driving a Lexus on Pembina near Dalhousie Drive. A couple of weeks later, a 24-year-old man cycling on Pembina near Chancellor Matheson Drive was also badly hurt when he was struck by a vehicle. [Note: See graph of cyclist fatalities 2004-2013 at http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/areas-hazard-wont-change-soon-262987… ] Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 13, 2014 A4

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WFP: Bike woes clear long before death - Shortcomings on Pembina serious due to high university traffic (Jun13'14)
by Beth McKechnie 13 Jun '14

13 Jun '14

Bike woes clear long before deathShortcomings on Pembina serious due to high university traffic <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> By: Bartley Kives http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/opinion/columnists/bike-woes-clear-long-be… In politics, broadcasting or any other realm of public life, using a tragedy to make a point is a dangerous game. On Monday evening, a Blue Bomber fan was riding his bike to Investors Group Field to watch a CFL pre-season game when he was involved in a motor-vehicle collision. Sixty-nine-year-old Dick Stevenson was taken to hospital in unstable condition and later died of his injuries. The police are investigating the collision. Unless you witnessed the event -- or happen to be a traffic-unit investigator -- it'd be irresponsible to assign responsibility to any party. If you're a pundit or a politician, you don't blame the victim, you don't blame the motorist and you certainly don't blame the Winnipeg Football Club or the City of Winnipeg until you know darn well what happened. This is why it was cringe-inducing to observe a public exchange between the city and the Bombers that came uncomfortably close to a blame-storming session. Early Thursday, at the start of the morning news cycle, the football club released a statement from Bomber president and CEO Wade Miller, urging the city to "immediately review and assess all active-transportation routes and infrastructure leading to Investors Group Field." The city responded in the afternoon by making acting chief operating officer Michael Jack and transportation manager Luis Escobar available to reporters. They said they know there's a demand for a protected bike route along Pembina Highway but there are no imminent construction plans. Jack and Escobar also noted they didn't hear a peep from the Bombers about cyclist safety when the two parties met last week. Miller responded he has always raised cyclist safety in meetings with the city. To be fair to both parties, neither actually assigned blame for the fatality. The city officials made the standard refusal to comment while a police investigation is underway. Miller, meanwhile, said the motivation for his Thursday-morning press release was a Wednesday-evening query from Free Press reporter Mary Agnes Welch. "When a fan dies from something like this, I think it's important everyone takes a step back and reviews what's going on," Miller said in an interview. "It's a bigger discussion about the active-transportation plan and moving it forward. I cycle in the city and it's tough." A decade ago, Winnipeg had a truly pathetic network of bike-and-pedestrian paths. But the situation improved, thanks to a policy that ensures all significant road-construction projects include an active-transportation component -- and an influx of cash into commuter-cycling routes, including an unprecedented $21 million allotted in 2010 alone. Of course, not all of Winnipeg's new cycling infrastructure is ideal. Many cyclists shy away from using "sharrows," the extra-wide lanes intended to be used by both bikes and motor vehicles, and aren't big fans of painted-on "dedicated lanes," either. Cyclists prefer routes that are physically separated from motor-vehicle traffic. But that sort of infrastructure is difficult to create in existing neighbourhoods, where a shortage of space requires either the expensive expropriation of private land or the politically unpopular appropriation of a motor-vehicle lane. The city is slowly but surely improving its commuter-cycling infrastructure. As both the Bombers and the city pointed out Thursday, there are ways to travel to Investors Group Field that do not involve traversing the intersection of Pembina Highway and Bishop Grandin Boulevard. But even if Investors Group Field didn't exist, it's worth noting the city has so far failed to create a more direct cycling route from downtown to the University of Manitoba's Fort Garry campus, the second-busiest commuter destination in Winnipeg. The notion such a route has been delayed merely by the failure to complete the Southwest Transitway is a red herring, as that bus corridor is now supposed to jog 1.6 kilometres to the west Pembina Highway at its furthest point. The somewhat-separated bike lanes created along Pembina north of Plaza Drive form the start of a more direct route. But the absence of a complete and more or less protected route to the U of M is annoying for university students and staff, who have to ride out of their way to get there. The city should continue to develop this route, using whatever meagre resources it has. Unlike the football stadium, the university is busy nearly every day. In other words, the need for a Pembina bike route was evident well before this week's fatality, which should not be used by anyone for any purpose other than to express condolences. bartley.kives(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 13, 2014 A4

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WFP; Blue want safe streets for fans - City won't act until probe into fatal accident is complete (Jun13'14)
by Beth McKechnie 13 Jun '14

13 Jun '14

Blue want safe streets for fansCity won't act until probe into fatal accident is complete <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> By: Aldo Santin http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/blue-want-safe-streets-for-fans-2629… A protected bike route along Pembina Highway that might have saved the life of cyclist Dick Stevenson was under consideration by the city's active-transportation planners. Despite the outcry over Stevenson's death while en route to Monday's Winnipeg Blue Bombers game, city hall is holding off on any talk of safety improvements until the police finish the investigation into his fatal accident. MAYORAL CANDIDATES FAVOUR SAFETY REVIEW Several mayoral candidates said city hall should review the safety of bike routes following the death of Dick Stevenson earlier this week. Paula Havixbeck, city councillor for Charleswood-Tuxedo, said city hall is responsible for ensuring bike routes are properly signed and safe, adding she doesn't know whether the bike route had anything to do with Stevenson's death. "We should be working collaboratively with groups like the Bombers to identify and correct any and all particularly unsafe conditions and to continually work towards improving safety and positive citizen experiences," Havixbeck said. Judy Wasylycia-Leis said she supports Miller's request to review the city's policy. "I was at that game -- it was a glorious night and learned after the fact that an avid Blue Bomber fan was killed in a cycling accident on the way to that game," Wasylycia-Leis said. "I think (Bombers president Wade Miller's) request is an important one and should be acted upon immediately." Wasylycia-Leis said the city needs to know whether it's taken all needed measures to ensure cycling can be done safely anywhere in Winnipeg, adding everyone knows there are transportation problems with Investors Group Field. "We want to make that stadium work. We want to make sure people get there safely and we want this to be an attraction." Brian Bowman cautioned about rushing to judgment on the circumstances surrounding Stevenson's death, but added it is appropriate to question the city's policy as a result of the tragedy. "Ideally, I'd expect the city would be working with partners like the Bombers to review the safety of our transportation plans," Bowman said, adding he'd welcome public input into how improvements can be made to the cycling network. *-- Aldo Santin* RELATED ITEMS POLL Should the City of Winnipeg invest in more separated bike lanes? 1. Yes. 2. No. View Results <http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/polls/Should-the-City-of-Winnipeg-invest-i…> "We will wait to see what the Winnipeg Police Service (investigation) finds and we'll go from there," said Luis Escobar, the city's manager of transportation. Escobar said the city recognizes cyclists want a protected route along Pembina Highway, adding it is under consideration, but there are no plans as to when that would occur. In the meantime, Escobar said, the city is encouraging cyclists and pedestrians to use the designated active- transportation routes to the stadium. "Everybody has to use the rules of the road," Escobar said. Escobar, who was joined at a news conference Thursday by Michael Jack, acting chief operating officer, said an active transportation policy for Investors Group Field was thoroughly researched before the stadium opened last year. Escobar and Jack were responding to a call from Blue Bombers president Wade Miller Thursday to review the city's active-transportation policy as it relates to the stadium in the light of Stevenson's death. Winnipeg police said Stevenson, 69, was involved in a vehicle collision on Pembina Highway near Bishop Grandin Boulevard around 5:30 p.m. He was taken to hospital in unstable condition and died from his injuries. "On multiple occasions, we have expressed concerns about active transportation," Miller said. "Unfortunately, limited progress has been made in addressing some of the concerns. As a result of this week's tragic death, I think it is the responsibility of all involved to make their voices heard to ensure fan safety is paramount." Miller said the team is also concerned about the lack of street lighting along Chancellor Matheson Drive and the safety threat that poses to pedestrians. "My concerns are about fan safety for those who choose to cycle or walk to the stadium," Miller said, adding he's looking forward to resolving the issues as soon as possible. The bike route to the new stadium was singled out as a success story last year. Thousands of fans -- adults and children -- rode their bikes safely to Bomber games last year without incident. Detailed active-transportation routes to the stadium are available on the stadium website (investorsgroupfield.ca), including a route to bypass the Bishop Grandin-Pembina intersection from both the west and the north. But that has renewed concerns from the cycling community about safety on one of the city's busiest thoroughfares. Jack said civic officials met with the Bombers last week and the team had not raised the issue of cyclist safety, but admitted the team now wants it discussed when the two sides meet again. Miller said his call for a review is not connected to the recent dispute with city hall over the transit issue, adding the team has had long-standing concerns about both cyclist and pedestrian safety. Escobar said the city is committed to active transportation, adding more than $85 million has been spent since 2008 in the establishment of 300 kilometres of active-transportation routes across the city. Escobar said any changes or upgrades to the bike route will be considered only after the conclusion of the police investigation and a report calling for such modifications. aldo.santin(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 13, 2014 A3

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WFP: Cyclist's death highlights danger on Pembina (Jun12'14)
by Beth McKechnie 12 Jun '14

12 Jun '14

Cyclist's death highlights danger on PembinaStruck by car en route to Blue Bombers game <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> By: Mary Agnes Welch http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/cyclists-death-highlights-danger-on-… A cyclist has died after being hit by a car on his way to Monday's Winnipeg Blue Bombers exhibition game. An avid Bomber fan and longtime season ticket-holder, Dick Stevenson, 69, suffered head injuries when he was hit by a car on Pembina Highway near Bishop Grandin Boulevard at about 5:30 p.m. He was wearing a helmet, a family friend said. He died Tuesday morning. Stevenson was a member of a successful real estate and development family, which sold its firm, S. S. Stevenson & Company Limited, to the Chipmans in 1987. The company is now the Stevenson Group, the Chipman family's umbrella firm that includes Nova-Con construction, Longboat property development and Cushman & Wakefield commercial real estate brokers. It's not clear whether charges will be laid in the crash. Police said the investigation is ongoing. Last spring, during the initial traffic mayhem that surrounded the opening of the new stadium at the University of Manitoba, many opted to bike to games as the quickest and most reliable way to go. But that renewed long-standing worries about cycling safety on one of Winnipeg's busiest roads. Cycling advocates locally and internationally argue protected lanes are the safest for cyclists and motorists alike and do the most to encourage people to bike. The city's proposed bike network includes protected cycle tracks along Pembina, but so far only a short stretch exists -- a new protected track between Chevrier Boulevard and Plaza Drive that opened last summer. Another short stretch south of University Crescent is under construction. The stretch of Pembina where Stevenson was hit has no cycling infrastructure, and Bike Winnipeg's Mark Cohoe said it can be particularly hairy. It is where the on-off ramps from Bishop Grandin merge with Pembina and where cars are changing lanes at high speed. Winnipeg's cycling map includes a circle around the area, advising caution. Cohoe said the first concern should be for Stevenson's family and friends, but cycling deaths happen too often on Winnipeg streets. "Do we find this acceptable or do we need to start designing things to prevent these tragedies from happening?" asked Cohoe. Officials with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers declined to comment directly Wednesday evening, instead issuing a statement. "The thoughts and prayers of our entire organization are with Mr. Stevenson's family as they mourn this tremendous loss," said the statement. In a typical year, one or two cyclists are killed on Winnipeg streets. maryagnes.welch(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 12, 2014 A4

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Trails Manitoba - Border to Beaches Project RFP
by Beth McKechnie 11 Jun '14

11 Jun '14

Hello; Trails Manitoba is looking for a contractor to assist us with the Border to Beaches Project and would appreciate your help circulating the attached RFP. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you or your colleagues have any questions about the RFP or the Project. Thank you, Melissa Melissa Sitter Executive Director *Trails Manitoba/Sentiers Manitoba* 3-303 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3B 2B4 204-786-2688 www.trailsmanitoba.ca *"In every walk with nature one receives * *far more than he seeks."* - John Muir

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Fwd: Unique historic and cycling event coming up soon!
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 11 Jun '14

11 Jun '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Laura Donatelli <omojean98(a)hotmail.com> Date: Wed, Jun 11, 2014 at 12:31 AM Subject: Unique historic and cycling event coming up soon! To: Laura Donatelli <omojean98(a)hotmail.com> [PLEASE feel free to share this invitation widely with other cycling or Winnipeg history enthusiasts.] Hello friends, As you may know, I am on the board of Bike Winnipeg, and wanted to share an exciting event coming up later this month. Note that this activity is appropriate for occasional/recreational cyclists and anyone interested in Winnipeg's fascinating early 20th century history. Cheers, Laura Donatelli *Strike Bike!* Saturday June 21st, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Mark the 95th anniversary of “Bloody Saturday” by joining Bike Winnipeg for StrikeBike!, a guided bicycle tour of sites linked to the Winnipeg General Strike of 1919. Strike! Musical Composer and General Strike Historian Danny Schur will be our guide on this casually-paced tour that winds its way from River Heights into the Downtown and the Exchange Districts. Relive the events of the General Strike as we stop at many of the sites where history unfolded during the spring of 1919; events that eventually became the platform for future labour reforms across Canada. StrikeBike! tours start in the parking lot of 529 Wellington and run for 1-1/2 to 2 hours. Choose between a morning tour starting at 10am or an afternoon tour starting at 2pm. The cost is only $20 and proceeds from the StrikeBike! rides go towards Bike Winnipeg in support of our ongoing advocacy and education efforts. Spaces are limited so don't wait to register. For more information and to buy tickets, go to: http://bikewinnipeg.ca/strikebike/ Facebook Links AM: https://www.facebook.com/events/695922260453741/ Facebook PM Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1420255394906226/ -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* Find us here <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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Variation on regular "bike boxes" at intersections.
by Patman, David 09 Jun '14

09 Jun '14

Saw this variation on the typical "bike box" idea at a conference last week. Thought it was interesting - I hadn't seen this type of treatment before. Might be practical for small numbers of bicycles. One more tool in the toolkit, perhaps... http://www.york.ca/wps/portal/yorkhome/recreation/yr/cycling/permanentbikeb… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wz69ecmUsMc&feature=youtu.be David Patman, P. Eng. Transit Planner Winnipeg Transit | Service Development Division 421 Osborne Street | Winnipeg, Manitoba R3L 2A2 P: 204-986-5737 | dpatman(a)winnipeg.ca<mailto:dpatman@winnipeg.ca>

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Fwd: FW: Provincial Recreation Policy Review Survey
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 09 Jun '14

09 Jun '14

See below: How does AT fit with Manitoba's Policy for Recreation Opportunities? Do you have something to say about this? You can fill out a brief (8 question) survey at the link below. Jackie ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Jaques, Jessica (HHLS) <Jessica.Jaques(a)gov.mb.ca> Date: 6 June 2014 14:35 Subject: FW: Provincial Recreation Policy Review Survey To: Cc: "Hayward, Kristine (WRHA)" <KHayward(a)wrha.mb.ca>, "Prowse, Sarah (WRHA)" <sprowse(a)wrha.mb.ca>, Joannie Halas <Joannie.Halas(a)umanitoba.ca>, Dave Courrier <dave.courrier(a)sportmanitoba.ca>, "Jackie Avent (ASRTS)" < jackie(a)greenactioncentre.ca> As you are aware , our partners at Recreation and Regional Services are undertaking a review of the Provincial Recreation Policy. They have held 13 consultations with various stakeholders throughout the province but would also like to reach out to others including the general public. Could you please share this information about a short survey with your various networks. Thanks and have a great weekend! Jessica =================================================================================================== The Department of Children and Youth Opportunities is undertaking a review and update of Manitoba’s Policy for Recreation Opportunities. This review will help the provincial government establish effective priorities that reflect the changing face of recreation across the province and identify opportunities for partnerships and shared collaborative efforts. A public survey is a key component of the review of Manitoba’s Policy for Recreation Opportunities. Your input will help us determine the Province’s role in supporting the unique recreation needs of Manitobans. Please take a few minutes to answer these 8 questions <http://web15.gov.mb.ca/inquisite/cgi-bin/qwebcorporate.dll?idx=NRPG8P>. For more information about the Provincial Recreation Policy Review please visit: http://www.gov.mb.ca/cyo/recreation/prpr.html -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* Find us here <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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Bike Week 2014 is coming soon
by Dave Elmore 09 Jun '14

09 Jun '14

Please pass this along to all your friends, family, etc. BIKE WEEK JUNE 16-22 is just around the corner June 16-22, 2014 marks Winnipeg's first annual Bike Week: a week long celebration of people riding bicycles. It's for everyone! Whether you ride for fitness, transportation, sport or just for fun, if you enjoying riding a bike then Bike Week is for you. Events will be held in every corner of the city including workshops, group rides, races and leisure events that enourage all Winnipeggers to get on their bikes and ride. If you like to ride check out our event listing and pass on the word! http://www.bikeweekwinnipeg.com/about/events-schedule/ The week will also feature the 7th annual Bike to Work Day on Friday, June 20th. This year's Bike to Work Day boasts 58 pit stops located all over the city, a group ride from Assiniboine Park to The Forks and the Half Pints Bikes & BBQ Party at Oodena Celebration Circle from 4:30-7:00 p.m. including free Boon Burgers*, a concert on the bike-powered concert system and a grand prize draw for a new bike from Woodcock Cycleworks. Join us for a free pancake breakfast* and launch party on Monday, June 16th from 7:00-9:00 am at the MTS Centre (enter by riding down the loading zone off of Carlton (between Portage & Graham). We look forward to riding with you. PS: You can sign up for our newsletter to receive up to date info and discounts at: http://www.bikeweekwinnipeg.com/register/ *breakfast and the BBQ are offered to anyone who arrives by bike, while supplies last.

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WFP: City, Bombers both lose in lame, ego-fuelled spat & Down, Set... Pay Up (Jun6'14)
by Beth McKechnie 06 Jun '14

06 Jun '14

City, Bombers both lose in lame, ego-fuelled spat <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> By: Bartley Kives http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/city-bombers-both-lose-in-lame-ego-f… During the nightmarish inaugural season at Investors Group Field, one of the few silver linings for the Winnipeg Football Club was the eventual success of the game-day transportation plan. A year ago this month, getting to and from the new stadium was an unmitigated disaster. Long lines of vehicles stalled on the way to IGF, there weren't enough buses for passengers, fans arrived well after kickoff and then got stuck on the U of M campus long after the final down. By July, the situation had improved, thanks to the collective brainstorming of the Bombers, Winnipeg Transit, the Winnipeg Police Service and a number of city officials and consultants. By the fall, the Bombers actually boasted more than 1,000 fans rode bikes to the games, an average of 10,000 took buses and a total of about a third of the crowd got to and from the 33,500-seat venue by means other than personal vehicles. In a city as car-reliant as Winnipeg, this was an achievement. Convincing people in the Manitoba capital to walk, ride or take buses is no easy task. When presented with a proposition -- you could get to and from games faster, more comfortably and less expensively if you left your car at home -- Winnipeggers proved to be entirely logical. Now, these fans have been rewarded for their co-operation with the announcement of new user fees only days before the start of the CFL pre-season. On Thursday, the Winnipeg Football Club announced bus rides to the stadium along regular transit routes would no longer be free, but $2.55 -- the same fare charged by Winnipeg Transit. Rides home along these routes would remain free. Park-and-ride fares will be $5 when the regular season starts later this month, assuming there is no CFL players' strike. This is an insult to fans who went along with everything the club asked them to do last year. The result will likely mean some won't take transit and will take cars instead. If this clogs up Pembina Highway, more fans will get fed up with going to Bomber games altogether. This potential backslide is the result of a communication breakdown between the Bombers and the City of Winnipeg, who share the blame for the ridiculous situation where fans are told on a Thursday about a new plan for a game on a Monday. How did we get there? Originally, the Bombers signed a moronic transportation deal. Somehow, the football club agreed to cover the entire cost of game-day transit instead of maintaining the 2012 situation, where the city ate a portion of the cost. Last year, the city charged the Bombers $1.1 million in total and then informed the club it would cost $1.25 million this year. This means the city plans to charge the Bombers $12.50 per round trip to the stadium, as opposed to the $5.10 it charges for a pair of regular transit rides. (Yes, regular transit rides are subsidized.) Bombers president and CEO Wade Miller tried to negotiate a better deal last fall, knowing his team has to start forking over millions worth of stadium-building-loan repayments this year. Miller asked for a deep discount and was instead offered a more modest one in April. Mayor Sam Katz then yanked that offer off the table in May, claiming the club is doing too well to deserve a deal Winnipeg Transit director Dave Wardrop considered fair. Katz then successfully spun a portion of the public on the idea the Bombers would have just been receiving another subsidy, when in fact the club is being charged more than double the going transit rate. Miller, meanwhile, has compounded the situation. After failing to manage a key relationship with one of the club's stakeholders, the Bombers president now appears to be playing chicken with the city over the transportation plan. Even if just as many fans continue to take transit to the stadium this season with user fees up front, collecting fares at crowded bus stops will slow down the entire process. This is why transit warned against the idea. The Selinger government, meanwhile, is dithering on the sidelines, afraid to either criticize Katz for reneging on a deal or provide more cash to the team. The province offered to split the additional cost with the city, something the province does with all transit costs. But the Katz administration won't give the Bombers another penny, even if the Selinger government picks up half the tab. Surely, someone in this city has the leadership skills to put these squabbling children in a room and settle the impasse. There was a game-day plan that worked last year. Screwing it up over egos would be pretty lame. bartley.kives(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 6, 2014 B1 * * * * * DOWN, SET... PAY UP Fans to pay half fare on regular routes, $5 to park and ride <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> By: Adam Wazny http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/down-set-pay-up-262112371.html With the start of the season fast approaching, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers are moving forward with a pay-as-you-go transportation plan to get people to Investors Group Field this season. The CFL club announced Thursday those taking Winnipeg Transit to Investors Group Field events will have to pay the regular transit fare. The Bombers will cover the ride home, meaning a round trip will cost fans $2.55 to watch their local football team live. *Touchdown or incompletion?* RIDE ON: Highlights of the revised Winnipeg Blue Bombers transportation plan for 2014: *Winnipeg Transit* All regular and augmented transit routes will remain the same as they were 2013. Users will be charged a one-way fare ($2.55) to get to Investors Group Field. It can be paid by cash, transit ticket, or bus pass. The return fare is free of charge. *Park-and-ride* A $5 charge will be collected (per person) at each location prior to the game or event. A $40 season park and ride pass (per person) is also available. Chartered school buses begin departing two hours before kickoff. The park and ride locations include: McPhillips Station Casino, 484 McPhillips St. (parking for 500 cars). Club Regent, 1425 Regent Ave. West (500 cars). St. Vital Public Works Yard, 590 St. Anne's Rd. (300 cars). Manitoba Hydro , 820 Taylor Ave. (500 cars). Assiniboia Downs (300 cars). St. Norbert Hotel, 3540 Pembina Hwy (200 cars). Garden City Centre (100 cars). Kildonan Place (100 cars). *On-campus parking* The Bombers have secured 5,000 parking spots on the University of Manitoba campus. Season parking passes and flex-pack game parking passes are available for purchase. Cash parking in regular lots is available ($20) on a first-come, first-served basis. Passes can be pre-purchased or purchased with cash on game day. The Bombers are also offering a new parking lot for carpool vehicles (three or more people). Cost for a carpool parking lot spot is $10. *Why not bike?* Once again, the club is offering a secure bike valet service, with a capacity for 800 bicycles. There are also approximately 400 more unmonitored spots to lock up your bike on the IGF grounds. -- source: www.bluebombers.com The club is also asking patrons to chip in on the park-and-ride program, charging $5 per person for those wanting to use the service. Last year, both transit and the park-and- ride program were free for ticket holders. This time, though, the club was forced to come up with a way to help control transportation costs after the city rescinded a transit proposal that would have seen the club receive a discounted rate. That proposal saw the city offer the Bombers transit subsidies worth approximately $650,000 this year. Winnipeg Transit recommended the subsidy in April, after five months of negotiations aimed at reducing the burden for the non-profit football club. The Bombers are expected to make a $4.5-million principal-and-interest payment this year on $85 million worth of loans that helped build Investors Group Field, its year-old home at the University of Manitoba's Fort Garry campus. In a May 27 statement from the city, acting chief administrative officer Deepak Joshi said the Bombers no longer need the transit subsidy due to the club's "robust financial situation" -- a reference to a $2.9-million profit reported by the club for the 2013 season. Unhappy with the about-face, the Bombers huddled and came up with a new game plan, passing some of the costs down to the fans. "This new plan will help offset some of the transportation costs by about one-third," said Bomber president and CEO Wade Miller. Miller estimates the transportation cost for 2014 could be as much as $1.25 million. A third of that is just more than $412,000. In 2013, the city charged the football club $1.1 million, or about $11 per person, to transport fans to and from events at Investors Group Field. The city intended to increase that to $1.25 million, or about $12.50 per person, this year. Last year, an average of 10,000 people took buses to events at Investors Group Field. Miller expects a few pockets of discontent over the new transportation plan -- expect delays at Winnipeg Transit stops while Blue and Gold-clad fans fumble with their change stepping onto the bus -- but his overall sense is Bombers supporters understand the reality facing the club on game days. "At our Fan Fest over the weekend, people told me, 'We're OK with paying our own way, Wade, you do what you need to do and we're comfortable with paying our own way to get down to the stadium,' " Miller said, adding he doesn't anticipate a rework of the plan should problems arise mid-season. "The plan is the same as last year, that's the important thing. We wanted to make sure we didn't interrupt the service level because at the end of the year all the bugs got worked out. It was a successful plan that the Bombers and Winnipeg Transit put together." Besides shelling out for a ride, the biggest change will be for the park-and-ride users. Approximately 130 school buses will in operation for the park and ride program, up significantly from the 50-75 buses used last year on game days. The park-and-ride will include the same eight routes as last year. Buses leave 90 minutes before kickoff, and the last bus leaves 30 minutes before. The service is free for the first preseason game versus Toronto Monday. The $5 charge kicks in for the June 26 regular-season opener against those same Argos. -- with files from Bartley Kives adam.wazny(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 6, 2014 B1

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Bike Week and the media launch
by Dave Elmore 06 Jun '14

06 Jun '14

The launch for Bike Week will take place at 11:00 am on June 10 at City Hall. Many of you may have heard of Bike to Work Day in the past but Bike Week represents the growth of this popular event into a full week of activities. Bike Week is more than just a 1 day celebration of riding bikes to work, it is a celebration of all people riding bicycles. It's for everyone. Whether you ride for recreation, fitness, transportation, sport, or just for fun, if you enjoy riding a bike, then Bike Week is a good fit. It will take place from June 16-22, 2014 and is going to feature a wide variety of bicycle related events for all types of riders. As always, Bike to Work Day and our barbeque celebration will take place on the Friday, June 20th. To get more information and to sign up for our e-newsletter, visit <http://www.bikeweekwinnipeg.com> www.bikeweekwinnipeg.com. Because Bike Week is for everyone, we are hoping that we can launch it at city hall with a wide variety of bikes and riders in attendance. Hope to see you there and please pass this along to everyone that you know that enjoys riding a bike. Thanks Dave o _ ( \ _ (X)\ /(X)

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Ottawa cycling group runs down 'sharrows'
by Dave Elmore 05 Jun '14

05 Jun '14

http://www.ottawasun.com/2014/06/04/ottawa-cycling-group-runs-down-sharrows Ottawa cycling group runs down 'sharrows' The expanded use of painted "sharrows" on busy roads doesn't impress a cycling group, even though the city believes the markings promote safety. "It's a bit of an excuse instead of building real biking infrastructure," Citizens for Safe Cycling VP Alex deVries said Wednesday. Sharrows remind motorists and cyclists to share the road. It's simply a picture of a bike with a couple of chevrons. Now there are even "super sharrows" that take up the entire lane of traffic and draw attention to the logo with a painted green box. Sharrows came up during a council transportation committee meeting Wednesday as staff updated politicians on cycling infrastructure and programs. City staff said they have received positive feedback on sharrows, which also act as a communication tool to tell motorists that cyclists are also using the road. However, Citizens for Safe Cycling opposes sharrows. deVries said there is no proof sharrows provide a safety benefit to cyclists and that the resources could be better spent on enhanced cycling infrastructure. "Part of the problem is they're new infrastructure that people don't understand," deVries said. In 2013 Ottawa driving schools received information packages on various cycling programs, including the use of sharrows. The city has also distributed posters and information cards on the markings. Some sharrows are being painted on roads with fast traffic and cyclists might think they must ride where the markings are painted, deVries explained. The city says sharrows don't compel cyclists to ride in a particular spot in the lane. In one study of cycling injuries in Toronto and Vancouver, researchers at the University of British Columbia concluded sharrows pose an "increased risk" to cyclists. Cycling projects in Ottawa have picked up over the past three years. The city says it has spent $28 million on cycling programs this term of council and some councillors speculate it's actually been more with enhancements after road reconstruction. Judging by politicians' remarks Wednesday, the city should be doing even more. Beacon Hill-Cyrville Coun. Tim Tierney pushed staff to explain why cycling infrastructure wouldn't be installed during a reconstruction of Ogilvie Rd., where he says there's a "dark hole" of biking connections. Staff ballparked the extra cost at $3 million and said it's too expensive. Innes Coun. Rainer Bloess wants the city to promote more cycling events and Rideau-Vanier Coun. Mathieu Fleury wants cyclists to be given more consideration in planning construction zones.

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Sunday Bicycle Route Street Closures
by Beth McKechnie 05 Jun '14

05 Jun '14

To accompany the articles below, attached is a copy of the letter that was sent to homeowners regarding enforcement of the Sunday Bicycle Route Street Closures. While the bylaw is great, it doesn't make sense to remove the physical barricades, which are a relatively inexpensive and strong visual reminder that the roadway is closed to motorists on Sundays and holidays. (Also, the ability to enforce a bylaw is not the same as allocating the resources to do so.) The name could/should be changed from Sunday Bicycle Route Street Closures to Ciclovia Routes or Sunday Open Streets as the intent is to open the roadway for all non-motorized forms of travel/recreation -- walking, cycling, rollerblading, skateboarding -- and give them priority over motorists. (That's certainly the way it used to be on Scotia St when we bought a house there 20 years ago. It was like a mini-Ciclovia every Sunday.) cheers, Beth * * * * * Drivers' bike-route fines loom Bylaw would enforce Sunday road closings By: Oliver Sachgau *http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/drivers-bike-route-fines-loom-261932831.html <http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/drivers-bike-route-fines-loom-261932…>* Sunday drivers who just can't steer clear of four special streets blocked off during the summer months will be punished if they get caught. In the past, drivers had been discouraged from driving on Wellington Crescent, Wolseley Avenue, Scotia Street and Lyndale Drive on Sundays and holidays. But the proposed bylaw would make it an offence, and mean a ticket -- likely around $90. The bylaw would be in effect from Victoria Day to Thanksgiving, between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., according to a letter from the city to residents in the areas the bike routes run through. Sally Gordon, who lives on Lyndale Drive, said she supports the proposed bylaw, as it would make biking safer for her, as well as kids in the neighbourhood. "We've got a lot of kids, young ones, just learning to bike. There's people that just come roaring down Lyndale like you wouldn't believe," Gordon said. Patrol Sgt. Kevin Cisaroski of the Winnipeg Police Service said the aim is to add bite to what's currently an unenforceable rule, giving police the power to respond to complaints. "This is the next step in the evolution of the bike-route program... rather than leaving it up to voluntary compliance," Cisaroski said. "The original bike routes weren't done by way of law. We couldn't do anything about it if people complained about non-compliance." If the bylaw goes through, Cisaroski said officers would patrol certain blocks and watch for offenders. He said police might offer a few weeks of education and hand out warnings instead of tickets. But he stressed that won't be considered until the bylaw is passed. If the bylaw is passed, the city would remove barricades that currently go up on days when the routes are up and replace them with more permanent signage. Winnipeg city councillor John Orlikow (River Heights), who proposed the bylaw, said it's important to him the bylaw gets passed quickly. "It's a great community place on Sundays, having a street that's safe. For one day (a week), making sure that cars are off that street is warranted," Orlikow said. "I grew up on Wellington Crescent, running cross-country with my dad or speedskating. Having one day where you can feel safe, I think it's a great thing." oliver.sachgau(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition June 5, 2014 B2 * * * * * CBC coverage: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/winnipeg-bylaw-to-make-driving-on-4-…

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WFP: Public works committee OKs school-zone bylaw (Jun4'14)
by Beth McKechnie 05 Jun '14

05 Jun '14

Public works committee OKs school-zone bylaw By: Aldo Santin <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/Public-works-committee-OKs-school-zo… A proposed bylaw to reduce vehicle speeds around some elementary schools is going to city council with the support of a civic committee. Members of public works voted unanimously Tuesday in support of the new bylaw, which will lower speed limits around some kindergarten-to-Grade 6 schools to 30 kilometres per hour. "This is a good first step," Coun. Jenny Gerbasi said. Committee chairman Coun. Justin Swandel said he didn't think speed is a safety concern around Winnipeg schools but added the bylaw "is probably a good thing." If approved by council later this month, the bylaw would come into effect for the start of the 2014-2015 school year, lowering speeds around specific elementary schools between the hours of 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m., from September to June. The lower speeds would not apply to regional streets adjacent to schools. The bylaw applies to 171 schools, leaving out about 50 schools because of requirements where signs must be placed. Coun. Harvey Smith told the committee he thought the bylaw should be expanded to include parks. However, public works directors Brad Sacher said the bylaw can't be expanded to include other areas without amendments to provincial legislation. Council approved the principles supporting lowered speed limits around elementary schools in July 2012 and set aside $1 million for signage. However, before Winnipeg could implement the change, the city had to wait for the province to amend legislation -- which it did in September 2013 -- giving municipalities the authority to lower the speed limits around schools to 30 km/h. Mayor Sam Katz had promised to have the bylaw in place before the end of 2013 but Sacher said writing the bylaw was a complex procedure that included identifying every school and street that will be affected.

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Active Transportation - linking Winnipeg to the Capital Region
by Beth McKechnie 05 Jun '14

05 Jun '14

*From:* Janice Lukes [mailto:jlukes@shaw.ca] *Sent:* Wednesday, June 04, 2014 7:51 AM *Subject:* Active Transportation - linking Winnipeg to the Capital Region Good morning! Many local active transportation representatives participated in the Manitoba Capital Region <http://leadingmanitoba.ca/default.asp> Transportation Master Plan consultation process - and provided input on improving connectivity to and from the Capital Region. The Transportation Plan will be ‘launched’: *Tuesday, June 10, 2014*9:00a.m. – 1:00p.m. REGISTRATION DETAILS: click here <http://www.manitobacapitalregion.ca/notices_detail.asp?notice_ID=220> As Manitoba moves forward in becoming a multi modal global transportation hub <http://www.centreportcanada.ca/about-us> – results of this study and how active transportation is dealt with should be very interesting. *Chris Lorenc, president of the heavy construction association, commended the province for its continued role in developing CentrePort. He predicted that Canada's first inland port "will have the impact of magnificently transforming Manitoba's economy into a global trading powerhouse." Free Press <http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/highway-renewal-to-proceed-ashton-13…>* *Yes – the power ALL kinds of transportation!* *Thanks* *Janice Lukes*

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New proposal for Parcel 4 at The Forks
by Beth McKechnie 04 Jun '14

04 Jun '14

New Proposal for Parcel 4 at the Forks Winnipeg, MB, Canada / 680 CJOB - Winnipeg's News & Information Leader CJOB Team Coverage <cjobnews(a)cjob.com> June 04, 2014 05:25 am http://www.cjob.com/2014/06/04/future-the-forks-parcel-4-decided/ The last piece of undeveloped land at the Forks could be transformed into two parking structures, housing, some retail and plenty of Green space that will also link the site to downtown. It’s an ambitious plan that will transform the surface parking lots known as “Parcel 4″ opposite the new Canadian Museum for Human Rights. That’s the land near Shaw Park that was put forward as a possible sight for the controversial hotel and water park plan that was eventually killed by city council. Some details of this new plan are still being worked out and there will still be another round of public consultations before anything is finalized. The plan also needs approval from the City of Winnipeg. Forks North Portage Partnership President and CEO Jim August says the idea is that the retail will include market style shops and the site would also include a link to Upper Fort Garry under construction south of Broadway on Main. And August says they want to push more pedestrians through the Portage and Main area in anticipation of it eventually reopening to traffic. “We really believe that a pedestrian flow to Portage and Main is important so our engineers have been working on that.” He says they’re also looking at putting a walkway of some kind over the rail lines. Waterfront Drive may eventually be extended through Point Douglas. The plan will take shape over the next five years as the public consultations continue. There are no cost estimates at this point. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Forks. [Note: here's more background if you're keen - http://www.theforks.com/railside]

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The first major academic study of protected bike lanes in the U.S. is out
by Dave Elmore 03 Jun '14

03 Jun '14

http://www.peopleforbikes.org/blog/entry/the-first-major-academic-study-of-p rotected-bike-lanes-in-the-u.s.-is-out It's a sign of how new the modern protected bike lane <http://www.peopleforbikes.org/green-lane-project/pages/protected-bike-lanes -101> is to the United States that we have known very little about them, scientifically speaking. Until now. Most academic studies of modern protected lanes have relied on data from countries where culture, land use, street design and social behavior are dramatically different (the Netherlands, Denmark, Germany) or from Canada, which has led the North American protected lane revolution <http://bikelanes.ca/on-urban-bike-infrastructure-canada-is-now-leading-the- way/> . Three widely noticed Canadian studies, led by Harvard's Ann Lusk <http://injuryprevention.bmj.com/content/early/2011/02/02/ip.2010.028696.ful l.pdf+html> , the University of British Columbia's Kay Teschke <http://cyclingincities.spph.ubc.ca/injuries/the-bice-study/> and Ryerson University's Anne Harris <http://injuryprevention.bmj.com/content/19/5/303.full> , focused mostly on safety. And though all three concluded that protected bike lanes greatly improve bike safety (28 percent fewer injuries per mile compared to comparable streets with no bike infrastructure using Lusk's methodology, 90 percent fewer using Teschke's; in Harris's study, protected lanes reduced intersection risk by about 75 percent), they've drawn some thoughtful criticism <http://injuryprevention.bmj.com/content/19/5/303.full/reply#injuryprev_el_1 0126> for underexamining the importance of intersections, where most bike-related conflicts arise. Today, Portland State University's National Institute of Transportation and Communities <http://otrec.us/NITC> released its voluminous findings <http://ppms.otrec.us/media/project_files/NITC-RR-583_ProtectedLanes_FinalRe portb.pdf> from a wide-ranging study of protected bike lane intersections in five U.S. cities. It's based on 204 hours of video footage that captured the movement patterns of 16,000 people on bicycles and 20,000 turning cars; on 2,301 surveys with people who live near the projects; and on 1,111 surveys of people using the protected lanes. "This has never been done on this scale - having five cities and a number of different sites being done at the same time," NITC spokesman Justin Carinci said in an interview Monday. "The number of hours of video review is unprecedented. But the perceptions piece is really the most definitive of it: This is a big enough sample that we could say for each of the (projects), people feel safe riding them. People say we should have more of them." The new study was co-funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation, the Summit Foundation <http://summitfdn.org/> and PeopleForBikes. The team was led by PSU's Christopher Monsere, Jennifer Dill, Kelly Clifton and Nathan McNeil. You can download the whole report <http://ppms.otrec.us/media/project_files/NITC-RR-583_ProtectedLanes_FinalRe portb.pdf> immediately, but if you want the Cliff's Notes, we'll be digging into this huge study here on the Green Lane Project blog one angle at a time, all this week: * Tuesday: How protected lanes affect ridership <http://www.peopleforbikes.org/blog/entry/everywhere-they-appear-protected-b ike-lanes-seem-to-attract-riders> * Wednesday: Protected bike lanes and intersection safety * Thursday: What protected lanes can't do * Friday: Finally, scientific evidence that changes to auto parking make people crazy Stay tuned - for those of us who see the potential for bikes to improve cities, the findings are exciting and the notes of caution are useful. We'll be here all week.

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Protected Bike Lanes Aren't Just Safer, They Can Also Increase Cycling
by Dave Elmore 02 Jun '14

02 Jun '14

http://www.citylab.com/commute/2014/06/protected-bike-lanes-arent-just-safer -they-can-also-increase-cycling/371958/ Not all bike lanes are created equal. A line in the pavement dividing cars from cyclists is nice, but it doesn't provide nearly the comfort of a protected bike lane - a track separated from vehicle traffic by a row of parked cars, or a curb, or at least a line of flexible posts. Cyclists who use protected lanes say they feel safer, and some studies show they truly are safer, with their risk of injury cut in half <http://www.citylab.com/commute/2012/10/dedicated-bike-lanes-can-cut-cycling -injuries-half/3654/> . That's great for committed riders and public health more broadly. But what about city residents who don't already ride a bike, perhaps due to safety fears? After all, it stands to reason that cities invest in bike infrastructure not just to secure the existing rider population, but to expand it. So is the assurance of a protected bike lane enough to make a cyclist of those who might otherwise choose another transportation mode? New research suggests that, to a modest extent, the answer is yes. Today a study team <http://otrec.us/project/583> led by Christopher Monsere of Portland State University released a thorough analysis of new protected bike lanes in five major U.S. cities. The researchers videotaped the new lanes, conducted local surveys, and gathered data on cycling trends to get a full picture of life in these new corridors - comparing what they found to rider habits before the protected lanes were installed. They found that ridership increased anywhere from 21 to 171 percent, with about 10 percent of new riders drawn from other modes. The analysis focused on new bike facilities along eight city streets: Barton Springs, Bluebonnet, and Rio Grande in Austin; Dearborn and Milwaukee in Chicago; Multnomah in Portland, Oregon; Oak and Fell (a street couplet) in San Francisco; and L Street in Washington, D.C. Some of the corridors had an unprotected bike lane before the study, others had nothing at all. While the research looked at a range of measures, including safety and lane design, we'll focus on ridership here. Cycling rates rose on the new lanes across the board. The following chart, prepared by the researchers, shows street ridership counts based on an average of city data and video analysis. The biggest gains - with ridership more than doubling - occurred on two streets converted into two-way lanes. That's to be expected, but the fact that even streets with an existing bike lane saw a spike in ridership shows just how attractive protected lanes are: http://cdn.theatlantic.com/newsroom/img/posts/2014/06/protected_lane_chart/7 f1810311.jpgVia Monsere et al (2014) Those results are impressive, but on their own they have limited meaning, since cycling in these cities is on the rise everywhere. A better baseline comparison comes by placing ridership in the new corridors against general trends across the city. Here, too, the protected lanes performed well. Ridership in the new lanes beat the city average along all but one street - and on that street (Milwaukee) it matched the average. http://cdn.theatlantic.com/newsroom/img/posts/2014/06/Change_in_Ridership_Av erage_Increase_Protected_Lanes_Citywide_Increase_chartbuilder/6600db3f3.pngC ityLab The key is not just whether the protected lanes attract more riders, but whether they attract new riders. In surveys, the researchers found that across all five cities, 65 percent of riders would have gone by bike along this street anyway, and that another 24 percent, evidently comforted by the protected lane, would have traveled by bike but gone a different route. Critically, 10 percent of the new riders would have taken another (unspecified) mode - a share that reached 21 percent along the Dearborn corridor in Chicago: http://cdn.theatlantic.com/newsroom/img/posts/2014/06/Shift_in_Ridership_Fro m_Other_Modes_New_Mode_chartbuilder/e2bb9ade5.pngCityLab (data for Bluebonnet not available) So protected bike lanes do seem to serve the double purpose of improving rider safety while also inspiring people to ride in the first place. There are some key caveats to keep in mind: the big percentage swings reflect relatively small total numbers, often in the tens of riders, and it's unknown how many riders made a true shift from driving (as opposed to from other transit modes). These are also five cities with growing bike cultures: it's unclear how well protected lanes would perform in places where cycling isn't already a rising subculture. But there's fewer of those places <http://www.citylab.com/commute/2014/05/rise-bicycling-smaller-and-midsize-u s-cities/9059/> every day, which is precisely the point.

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US Nonmotorized Transportation Pilot Program: 2014 Report: Continued Progress in Developing Walking and Bicycling Networks
by Beth McKechnie 02 Jun '14

02 Jun '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Terry Zdan <tjzdan50(a)gmail.com> Date: Mon, 2 Jun 2014 13:33:11 -0500 Subject: US Nonmotorized Transportation Pilot Program: 2014 Report: Continued Progress in Developing Walking and Bicycling Networks *http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bicycle_pedestrian/ntpp/2014_report/index.cfm <http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bicycle_pedestrian/ntpp/2014_report/ind…>* *13. ABSTRACT* *In 2005, the United States Congress directed the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to develop the Nonmotorized Transportation Pilot Program (NTPP). The program provided over $25 million in contract authority to four pilot communities (Columbia, Missouri; Marin County, California; Minneapolis area, Minnesota; and Sheboygan County, Wisconsin) for pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure and nonmotorized programs. This report summarizes the progress and results of the NTPP from August 2005 through December 2013, updating and expanding upon the analysis from the Report to the U.S. Congress on the Outcomes of the Nonmotorized Transportation Pilot Program, submitted by the Federal Highway Administration in April 2012. This report analyzes the results through December 2013 of the NTPP in terms of program implementation, transportation mode shift toward walking and bicycling and associated improvements pertaining to access and mobility, safety and public health, and the environment and energy. From 2007 to 2013, the pilot communities observed an estimated 22.8 percent increase in the number of walking trips and an estimated 48.3 percent increase in the number of bicycling trips. This report examines how the NTPP pilot communities provide examples to other communities interested in implementing and evaluating nonmotorized investments.* -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com> ng. Support our work by becoming a member <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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City of Montreal to pump $10 million into expanding bike paths (May30'14)
by Beth McKechnie 31 May '14

31 May '14

City of Montreal to pump $10 million into expanding bike paths Critics call the plan too timid, considering recent deaths BY MICHELLE LALONDE, THE GAZETTE MAY 30, 2014 http://www.montrealgazette.com/City+Montreal+pumps+million+into+expanding+b… MONTREAL — The city of Montreal will spend $10 million to expand and improve bike routes this year and will likely begin construction of a 14-kilometre bike path along a Canadian Pacific rail line spanning the island from north to south. The city will add a total of 50 kilometres of bike lanes and paths this year, in a total of 49 different locations. There will also be 24 projects to repair existing paths or lanes. Aref Salem, responsible for transportation issues on the city's executive committee, said construction of a 14-kilometre "Véloroute" from Rivière-des-Prairies to the St. Lawrence River could begin this fall if negotiations between the city and the railway result in a settlement. If not, an arbitrator will be appointed to resolve the issue, but Salem said he is confident the project will go ahead. The Véloroute will become the "spinal cord" of Montreal's cycling network, Salem said, connecting the Île Perry Bridge to Laval and the Notre Dame bike path that connects to Île Ste-Hélène, Île Notre-Dame and the South Shore. "The Véloroute will enchant cyclists who want to cross the city completely protected from car traffic, in an environment that is welcoming to the whole family," Salem said. He said construction on phase one of the Véloroute, from the Île Perry Bridge to Henri-Bourassa Blvd. should begin this fall. The route will offer easy access to métro and train stations along the way. But critics immediately denounced this year's bicycle infrastructure plan as timid, considering the recent deaths and serious injuries of cyclists and the administration's promise to act quickly to significantly improve cycling safety through infrastructure changes. The city has budgeted the same amount as last year for bike routes, they noted. The city's goal, according to the 2008 Transportation Plan, was to grow its cycling network from 400 to 800 kilometres of bike routes by 2015. (Bike routes include painted bike lanes, pictograms on the roads indicating safe bike routes, protected bike paths on roads, paths on sidewalks, and off-road paths shared with walkers and joggers.) The goal was not met, Aref conceded, as the total is currently only 650 kilometres, but he said the new administration intends to exceed 800 kilometres by 2017. "We would like them to be a lot more ambitious," said Mariane Giguère, Plateau-Mont-Royal borough councillor and Projet Montréal's critic on cycling issues. She said more work needs to be done immediately to make intersections and major arteries safer, and more protected bike paths must be built if the city really wants to persuade more people to use bikes for transportation. "It's not only about adding more kilometres of bike paths," she said. "We are looking for quality ... if we want to increase the number of people who use bicycles to get around the city every day, we need to offer safer routes, not just in the periphery but where most people live and work." Suzanne Lareau, executive director of the cycling advocacy group Vélo Québec, said the plan for this year is quite good, but more could be done. "We always want more, but 50 kilometres is not bad. There are some interventions that are really significant like at St-Laurent Blvd. and Bernard St., and remember that sometimes there are links of only half a kilometre that are extremely structurally important because they allow cyclists to go from Point A to Point B (safely) where there had been a gap in the route before." But she was disappointed the city has still not announced a solution for giving cyclists a safer route leading from Old Montreal north up to the area where St-Laurent Blvd. and Bellechasse St. intersect. She said that segment of St-Laurent is very busy and dangerous for cyclists going north and they need a protected lane or a safer alternative route nearby, along Clark St. or St-Dominique St. for example. The city plans to paint two more green bicycle boxes at busy intersections, similar to three existing pilot projects on Milton St. and University St., on Villeneuve Ave. at St-Urbain St., and on Laurier St. at St-Laurent Blvd. These painted green areas on the pavement indicate that cyclists can gather in front of cars at intersections and have priority to proceed before waiting vehicles when the light turns green. The new ones will be on Laurier St. at St-Denis St., and on Thimens Blvd. at Cavendish Blvd.. Lareau applauded these plans but said bike boxes should be painted at about 30 intersections where bicycle traffic is heavy, considering they are proven to improve safety and do not cost much. She would also like to see coloured bicycle lanes painted through the city's most dangerous intersections, so vehicles are expecting cyclists and so that cyclists follow a clearly delineated route. But Lareau said she finds the new city administration of Mayor Denis Coderre to be very receptive to ideas for improving cycling safety. "They really are in listening mode," she said. *For the list of projects planned for this year, go to:www.ville.montreal.qc.ca/velo <http://www.ville.montreal.qc.ca/velo>* <mlalonde(a)montrealgazette.com> <mlalonde(a)montrealgazette.com> mlalonde(a)montrealgazette.com © Copyright (c) The Montreal Gazette

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New from the NCCHPP - 30 km/h speed limits & 3.0m traffic lanes
by Beth McKechnie 29 May '14

29 May '14

*Our apologies for cross-posting.* Dear colleagues, The National Collaborating Centre for Healthy Public Policy (NCCHPP) recently published two briefing notes documenting municipal norms that have the potential to help create environments promoting safe, active transportation. These documents are available in both English and in French on the NCCHPP's Website: *A 30-km/h Speed Limit on Local Streets* http://www.ncchpp.ca/175/publications.ccnpps?id_article=1080 <http://netmail.ccnpps.ca/redirect.aspx?id=992827&idcampagne=2514&url=http%3…> (En) http://www.ccnpps.ca/187/publications.ccnpps?id_article=1081 <http://netmail.ccnpps.ca/redirect.aspx?id=992827&idcampagne=2514&url=http%3…> (Fr) *Traffic Lane Width of 3.0 m in Urban Environments* http://www.ncchpp.ca/175/publications.ccnpps?id_article=1097 <http://netmail.ccnpps.ca/redirect.aspx?id=992827&idcampagne=2514&url=http%3…> (En) http://www.ccnpps.ca/187/publications.ccnpps?id_article=1096 <http://netmail.ccnpps.ca/redirect.aspx?id=992827&idcampagne=2514&url=http%3…> (Fr) To learn more about this project, click here: http://www.ncchpp.ca/en/IndexNoComments.aspx?sortcode=2.4.14.15.16 <http://netmail.ccnpps.ca/redirect.aspx?id=992827&idcampagne=2514&url=http%3…> If you have questions or feedback, please contact Olivier Bellefleur at olivier.bellfleur(a)inspq.qc.ca <http://netmail.ccnpps.ca/redirect.aspx?id=992827&idcampagne=2514&url=mailto…>, or François Gagnon at françois.gagnon(a)inspq.qc.ca <http://netmail.ccnpps.ca/redirect.aspx?id=992827&idcampagne=2514&url=mailto…>. Kind regards, Marianne Jacques Network Development Officer National Collaborating Centre for Healthy Public Policy Institut national de santé publique du Québec (INSPQ) 190 Crémazie Est, Montréal, Québec Phone : 514-864-1600, ext. 3613 Email : marianne.jacques(a)inspq.qc.ca <http://netmail.ccnpps.ca/redirect.aspx?id=992827&idcampagne=2514&url=mailto…>

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Press and popsicles - 11am TODAY Disraeli AT Bridge for Commuter Challenge Kickoff
by Beth McKechnie 29 May '14

29 May '14

Need a break this morning? *Escape the office and join us for a press release <http://greenactioncentre.ca/living-green-living-well/2014-commuter-challeng…> and popsicles at 11 am on the south side (Rover Ave) of the Disraeli AT Bridge!* It's time to kickoff the 2014 Commuter Challenge! Hope to see you there.

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AT overpass - PTH 59
by Beth McKechnie 28 May '14

28 May '14

Please see message below from Terry Zdan... ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Terry Zdan <tjzdan50(a)gmail.com> Date: Wed, 28 May 2014 13:41:49 -0500 Subject: active transportation overpass The premier noted an active transportation overpass at the northeast Perimeter Highway and Raleigh Street/Gateway Road will also be built in conjunction with structures at the northeast Perimeter Highway and PTH 59 interchange, in order to connect the northeast Pioneers Greenway with the Duff Roblin Parkway Trail and Birds Hill Park. May 28, 2014 PROVINCE ANNOUNCES MAJOR HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENTS ALONG PTH 59 - - - Design Work to Begin Immediately On North Perimeter Interchange: Premier Selinger The Manitoba government will invest hundreds of millions of dollars in repairs and upgrades along PTH 59 including immediately undertaking design work on the PTH 59 and PTH 101 interchange, major paving projects and bridge rehabilitation, Premier Greg Selinger announced today. "PTH 59 is a heavily travelled north-south tourist and trade route, and these road investments will improve the ride for heavy trucks and commuters," Premier Selinger said. "The new projects include bridge replacements and paving of this roadway to Birds Hill and the east side beach communities of Lake Winnipeg." Approximately $160 million was initially budgeted for PTH 59 work over the next five years, but even more will be allocated to PTH 59 with the completion of the PTH 59/PTH 101 interchange in the five-year period, the premier said. The project will see design and tendering take place over this year, with planned construction beginning in the fall of 2015 and completed over a three-year period, he said, adding the size of the interchange project is similar to CentrePort Canada Way and will be constructed along much the same timelines. -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com>

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Active & Green: 6 guys & 1 van, It's Commuter Challenge time, Free transit
by Beth McKechnie 28 May '14

28 May '14

Check out our latest e-newsletter for all sorts of info and events on green commuting! (Click here <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/active-green/> if you'd like to subscribe or see past issues.) Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.<http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a183a3f55cc&id=852acefb0a…> *Looking to improve commuter options at your workplace?* Request resources<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>employee commuting surveys, secure bicycle parking, Smart Trips, and more. Register for free Creative Commuting Ambassador Training<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>sessions. Book a presentation<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>on creating a commuter friendly workplace, greening the workplace, and more. Rent our bike-powered blender<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>for your next workplace event -- always a hit! Feeling inspired? Check out these other pedal-powered<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>machines. Melissa Gayle-Smith from the University of Manitoba's Sustainability Office gives the bike blender a whirl. ------------------------------ *Upcoming Events* Commuter Challenge Kickoff!<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> 11am, Thurs, May 29 South side of Disraeli AT Bridge (Rover Ave) The W.R.E.N.C.H. Workshops<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> Bike Part Art, Sat, May 31 3 Speed Hubs, Sat, May 31 Hubs, Sat, June 28 Headsets, Sat, July 26 Frame Bending, Sat, August 23 Commuter Challenge Week<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> June 1-7, 2014 *Clean Air Day on the Bridge*<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> Wed, June 4, 2014, 7-9am NE corner Leg grounds near ped & bike signal on Osborne #busisbetter<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> The Downtown BIZ will be rewarding transit riders at different bus stop locations. Transit riders can help themselves to *FREE* Starbucks coffee and other coupons/vouchers from 15 different downtown restaurants and businesses. 7:30-9am, June 2-6 Mon: Main @ Broadway (Northbound) Tue: Portage @ Edmonton (Westbound) Wed: Graham @ Edmonton (Eastbound) Thu: Portage @ Donald (Eastbound) Fri: Graham @ Donald (Westbound) Bike Week Winnipeg<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> June 16-22, 2014 Includes 7th Annual Bike to Work Day on Fri, June 20 Bike Ride to Folk Festival<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> Wed, July 9, 2014 A Moveable Feast<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> June 19, September 27 ------------------------------ <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> <http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> *6 guys, 1 van, great carpool* Meet Cody, Guy, Darrel C., Rick, Justin and Darrel F. In 2010, they bought a van together and have been saving money on gas and repairs by vanpooling to work ever since. Read their story<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> and collect a few tips to start your own carpool. *Commuter Challenge is on!* Need a reason to participate in the 15th annual Commuter Challenge<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>? Here are my top 4 reasons to take part: 1. I can see the difference I'm making by walking to work when combined with the efforts of 7,000 other participants in Manitoba and 25,000 across Canada. 2. I can see the money I’m saving, GHG emissions I’m avoiding, and calories I burn every time I add another day's commute. 3. I can gloat that I helped Winnipeg to win the Commuter Challenge for the 11th year. 4. ... and have you seen the prizes<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> ?! Register today<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> and tell us why you’re taking the Challenge. Also, if you're hosting an event at your workplace the week of the Challenge, let us know and send us your pictures<jessie@greenactioncentre.ca?subject=Events%20and%20pictures%20from%20Commuter%20Challenge%20week> ! *Try transit - FREE pass* Work downtown and want to give transit a try? You're in luck as the Downtown BIZ is giving away 250 FREE 5-day passes as part of the Bus is Better<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> campaign. Just in time to use during Commuter Challenge! Head down to the Millennium Library Desk to pick up a pass while supplies last. You might also be one of the lucky transit riders who gets a free coffee and other giveaways at a downtown bus stop June 2-6 during Commuter Challenge. *Take your brain for a walk* If you need an excuse to go for a walk, research is on your side. Researchers from Santa Clara University have found that going for a walk increases your creative thoughts<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>both during and afterward. Just to be sure, they put their volunteers to the test – walking indoors on a treadmill, walking outside, sitting inside a lab with no windows, and sitting outside in the fresh air. Without question, those who were walking (indoors or out), “...had more thoughts, but they also had a higher density of creative thoughts than sitters”, says Marily Oppezzo, lead author of the study. So if you need to do some creative thinking today, take your brain for a walk! *RRC takes the bus* Red River College has offered downtown employees a 60% EcoPass discount on monthly bus passes since 2012. This works out to a cost of about $33 per month for a staff bus pass - a much more appealing option than paying for parking downtown. The result? 84% of RRC staff at Paterson Global Foods Institute take the bus! Find out more on Red River College's Red Goes Green<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>blog. *Clean Air Day on the Bridge* Join us on Wednesday, June 4th, between 7:00 and 9:00 a.m. to celebrate active and green commuting on Clean Air Day. All part of the week-long Commuter Challenge June 1-7! Stop along your way to work for a tasty snack, enter to win a great draw prize, get a quick adjustment on your bike, chat with other active commuters, and even register on the spot for the Commuter Challenge. Find details here<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> . *Bikes, bikes and more bikes* After this winter, there's nothing better than being out on your bike enveloped in warm sunshine. 'Tis the season for all things bike-related and here are our top 5. First and foremost, take in Winnipeg's annual celebration of cycling with a full week of activities during Bike Week<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> (June 14-22). Second, discover which Winnipeg neighbourhood made a Top 10 Cycling Communities in Canada<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>list. Third, get ready to ride Winnipeg's first parking protected bike lane<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>. Fourth, ride your bike to Winnipeg Folk Festival<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>. Finally, try out the 20km City Loop Trail<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> to get around Brandon. You are receiving this email because you are an Active & Green subscriber. Our mailing address is: Green Action Centre 3-303 Portage Ave. Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2B4 Canada Add us to your address book<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/vcard?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a183a3f5…> Copyright (C) 2014 Green Action Centre All rights reserved. [image: Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp]<http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…>

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Walkability is good for business
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 27 May '14

27 May '14

Good blog post from Green Communities Canada... http://www.greencommunitiescanada.org/blog/ -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* Find us here<http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member<http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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Kickoff the Commuter Challenge! Thurs, 11am, Disraeli AT Bridge
by Beth McKechnie 27 May '14

27 May '14

*Join us for sunshine and fun when we kickoff the 15th Annual Commuter Challenge!* *11am, Thursday, May 29th* *Disrael AT Bridge (south side @ Rover Ave)* Let's ensure that Manitoba continues to have the highest percentage of participation of all provinces and that Winnipeg wins the national Commuter Challenge title once again! In the spirit of the Commuter Challenge<http://greenactioncentre.ca/event/2014-commuter-challenge/>, we invite you to arrive to the media launch by bike, bus, on foot, rollerblading, carpooling, canoeing, or any other active and green way to get around. Hope to see you there! cheers, Beth <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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Sustainable Mobility & Healthy Communities Summit: Nov 30th-Dec 3rd
by Jessie Klassen 26 May '14

26 May '14

(This has been an excellent conference in past years. If you plan to be near Toronto at the end of November, the focus for 2014 is on health and transportation.) *Save the Date! * The pioneering ACT Canada *Sustainable Mobility & Healthy Communities Summit will be held November 30th to December 3rd, 2014 *at the Hilton Markham Suites Hotel. With hotel suite rates of only $139 CAD/night and easy direct flight access to the Toronto Pearson Airport this conference is not only affordable – it is strategically targeting the most critical issues facing our communities today. Research and practical experience in the health, transportation and planning fields has made an indisputable case for the connection between the built environment and health. This Summit is a *call to action* to achieve a shift in how we plan communities and the movement of people from auto-dependent communities to communities that not only support efficient vehicle travel but also puts an emphasis on walking, cycling, ridesharing and taking public transit. An increase in active and sustainable transportation is critical to addressing the magnitude of the health challenge affecting North America. Conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and diabetes have been rapidly rising and a significant percentage of these diseases are preventable through increased physical activity. The ACT summit calls on transportation and health professionals, from Ontario, Canada, USA and internationally, to come together and collaborate on multi-disciplinary solutions to built environment challenges that will increase the accessibility and use of active and sustainable travel modes. Plan to attend to be part of this trail-blazing event! Our Call for Presentations will be released shortly and all Summit news will be posted at www.ACTCanada.com *ACT Canada* 613-226-9845 *Summit(a)ACTCanada.com <Summit(a)ACTCanada.com>* www.ACTCanada.com <http://www.actcanada.com/> *Connect with ACT Canada:* [image: cid:image002.jpg@01CE56E2.8BE373A0] <https://twitter.com/ACTCanada> [image: cid:image003.jpg@01CE56E2.8BE373A0]<http://www.linkedin.com/company/3098941?trk=vsrp_companies_res_name> [image: cid:image004.jpg@01CE56E2.8BE373A0]<https://www.facebook.com/pages/ACT-Canada/68980019569> [image: cid:image005.jpg@01CE56E2.8BE373A0]<https://plus.google.com/111714074517087148654/posts> [image: 13-09-2010 3-20-36 PM signature] *Jessie Klassen* | Workplace Commuter Options <http://greenactioncentre.ca/>Green Action Centre<http://www.greenactioncentre.ca>| Find us here<http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3772 Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member<http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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WFP No Accident - Part 7 (final): Proceeding with caution - We surveyed mayoral contenders about their plans to make streets safer (May24'14)
by Beth McKechnie 24 May '14

24 May '14

Proceeding with caution We surveyed mayoral contenders about their plans to make streets safer NO ACCIDENT SERIESBy: Mary Agnes Welch Part 7 (final) - http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/proceeding-with-caution-260507861.ht… [Find the whole series here: http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/special/no-accident/]

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Transit investments drive positive change
by Beth McKechnie 23 May '14

23 May '14

Interesting article on transit investments from the David Suzuki Foundation. Thanks to Jessica Jacques for sharing! http://www.davidsuzuki.org/blogs/science-matters/2014/05/transit-investment… *From:* David Suzuki Foundation [mailto:subscribers@davidsuzuki.org] *Sent:* May-23-14 9:17 AM Transit investments drive positive change What makes a city great? Among other things, great cities welcome ethnic diversity, support and foster the arts, have access to venture capital to spur entrepreneurship and innovation and benefit from healthy environments that provide clean air and water. New York City is a driver of global finance and a hotbed of arts and culture. It's also known for green spaces, like Central Park and the award-winning High Line <http://go.davidsuzuki.org/s0Uh0410zD0I0V0E6U00N0U>. San Francisco is celebrated for its narrow streets, compact lots and historic buildings. These contribute to the city's old-world charm, but they're also the building blocks of a more sustainable, pedestrian-friendly urban form <http://go.davidsuzuki.org/DVV600J0UDz00h01400U0NE> that reduces the need for cars. The world's leading cities also owe their success to government investments in transit systems that move residents safely and affordably using a range of solutions, from light rail and subways to bus rapid transit networks. The latter include state-of-the-art fast vehicles that run in lanes separated from traffic. The City of Markham, north of Toronto, is building an impressive BRT network with rapid transit corridors<http://go.davidsuzuki.org/K00E6VD004hW0KNzU0100U0>for a fleet of modern and comfortable fast buses. Transit-oriented cities have better air quality with lower greenhouse gas emissions and benefit from reduced traffic congestion with shorter commuting times. Evidence even shows people in cities with a range of transportation options, like Vancouver, are less sedentary, get more exercise and are happier and healthier<http://go.davidsuzuki.org/ND00XVEN0001UhU0L060z04>as a result. There's growing recognition that prioritizing transit is crucial to moving a region forward. Since the 1970s, Curitiba, Brazil, a city of 1.9 million, has invested billions in its bus rapid transit network<http://go.davidsuzuki.org/f00hN040zY001D0EV0UMU06>. There, public transportation is fully integrated into planning decisions. High-density hubs with shopping centres and office buildings are located within walking distance of transit stations and commuters have access to a fleet of more than 2,000 modern, low-emission buses, servicing 390 routes that crisscross the city and connect it to surrounding communities. Eighty-five percent of Curitiba's residents use the BRT system<http://go.davidsuzuki.org/VzDN000Nh10U000V46EUZ00>, which has reduced car trips by a whopping 27 million a year. But you don't have to travel far to see how transit investments can improve residents' lives. In his book, Arrival City<http://go.davidsuzuki.org/P00000NV4D0U060i0zPU1E0>, Globe and Mail columnist Doug Saunders argues that easy access to transit, among other factors, is one reason Toronto's Thorncliffe Park<http://go.davidsuzuki.org/HV0000E00UQziU6041D001N>has avoided many social problems that plague similar inner-city neighbourhoods. Though most are recent immigrants, half speak a first language other than English and many are poor, Thorncliffe Park residents integrate well into Canadian society, and many enter the urban middle-class within a generation. Saunders believes this is in part because the neighbourhood is well connected to Toronto's downtown, with bus and subway routes, and easy access to schools, employment and other opportunities. Transit facilitates social and economic links to the core of the city and helps residents overcome the physical isolation that plagues many communities. Politicians are starting to recognize transit's importance<http://go.davidsuzuki.org/WV01R0D64020UNU00E0zi00>to the economic, social and environmental health of Canadian cities. It's even become a major issue in the Ontario election<http://go.davidsuzuki.org/e00z3U00000DVi0E61S4U0N>. Premier Kathleen Wynne committed $29 billion over 10 years in the recent budget to expand transit networks in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area and other regions of the province, but the budget failed to pass. Other parties have committed to funding improved transit if they're elected, but all of them need to step up with concrete details and credible plans to ensure dedicated and sustained funding. More problematic is the reluctance of the major political parties in Ontario to consider new revenue tools<http://go.davidsuzuki.org/M00U0E0zVi61N00T40UD040>, such as modest increases in the gas tax or regional sales tax. Polls show most residents support increases in taxes and fees to improve transit<http://go.davidsuzuki.org/Y0N6i0U0U00Ez0004DV05U1>, and two expert panels studying the issue have recommended fiscal solutions such as these. Transit investments are a catalyst for change. They reduce barriers that strangle economic productivity and improve the well-being of commuters who would otherwise be stalled in gridlock. It's time to put people ahead of politics and support dedicated transportation investments in Ontario and other provinces. Doing so will transform the way our communities move and generate numerous other benefits. Effective transit and transportation solutions can spur economic productivity, protect the environment and improve quality of life. It's time to get moving. *By David Suzuki with contributions from Faisal Moola, Director General, Ontario and Northern Canada *

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WFP - No Accident Part 6: Bumps in the road - Simple intersection fixes available (May23'14)
by Beth McKechnie 23 May '14

23 May '14

Bumps in the roadSimple intersection fixes available, but lack of cash and fear of backlash keep them from gaining traction <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> NO ACCIDENT SERIESBy: Mary Agnes Welch Part 6: http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/special/no-accident/Bumps-in-the-road-2603… * * * * * Summary of links for No Accident series: No Accident - Part 5: Enforcement http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/the-burden-of-proof-260221091.html No Accident - Part 4: Slow zones http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/special/no-accident/in-the-slow-zone-26006… No Accident - Part 3: Bike lanes http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/fear--pedalling-259898271.html No Accident - Part 2: New York City's vision http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/Caution--Safer-roads-ahead-25… No Accident - Part 1: The Problem http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/crash-consequences-259487791.html

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WFP - No Accident Part 5: The burden of proof (May22'14)
by Beth McKechnie 23 May '14

23 May '14

The burden of proof For police, investigating and charging dangerous drivers is a tricky and frustrating process By: Mary Agnes Welch <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> No Accident - Part 5: http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/the-burden-of-proof-260221091.html * * * * * In case you missed the earlier articles: No Accident - Part 4: Slow zones http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/special/no-accident/in-the-slow-zone-26006… No Accident - Part 3: Bike lanes http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/fear--pedalling-259898271.html No Accident - Part 2: New York City's vision http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/Caution--Safer-roads-ahead-25… No Accident - Part 1: The Problem http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/crash-consequences-259487791.html

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WFP - No Accident Part 4: In the slow zone - NYC has embraced speed reduction (May21'14)
by Beth McKechnie 21 May '14

21 May '14

In the slow zone NYC has embraced speed reduction, but experts question whether it would work here By: Mary Agnes Welch No Accident - Part 4: http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/special/no-accident/in-the-slow-zone-26006… * * * * * In case you missed the first 3 parts: No Accident - Part 3: Bike lanes http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/fear--pedalling-259898271.html No Accident - Part 2: New York City's vision http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/Caution--Safer-roads-ahead-25… No Accident - Part 1: The Problem http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/crash-consequences-259487791.html

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The Atlantic: Fire Departments Are Standing in the Way of Good Street Design
by Patman, David 20 May '14

20 May '14

This is a common issue throughout North America... pitting walkability vs. design standards for fire engines. http://www.citylab.com/politics/2014/05/fire-departments-are-standing-in-th… David Patman, P. Eng. Transit Planner Winnipeg Transit | Service Development Division 421 Osborne Street | Winnipeg, Manitoba R3L 2A2 P: 204-986-5737 | dpatman(a)winnipeg.ca<mailto:dpatman@winnipeg.ca>

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Canadian kids need to be active throughout the day, in every way
by Jackie Avent 20 May '14

20 May '14

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Canadian kids need to be active throughout the day, in every way Green Action Centre supports global findings in the 2014 Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth Winnipeg, Manitoba; MAY 20, 2014 – Green Action Centre supports the 2014 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth, released today by Active Healthy Kids Canada and its strategic partners, ParticipACTION and the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) Research Institute – Healthy Active Living and Obesity Research Group (HALO). For the first time, the Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card looked at how Canadian child and youth physical activity stacks up against 14 other countries and reveals Canada is among the top countries for having well-developed physical activity infrastructure and programs, but trails at the back of the global pack for overall physical activity levels. In Canada, we have successfully built sophisticated infrastructure and programs to support kids’ activity, but this alone is not enough to add up to an active population. The global comparisons highlight a need in Canada to examine our own culture of convenience. “Our society values efficiency—we build more, do more and impose more structure—but perhaps this approach is somewhat misguided when it comes to getting kids more active,” says Dr. Mark Tremblay, Chief Scientific Officer, Active Healthy Kids Canada. “A child’s day is so structured that there is no room for free play or walking or biking to school. Having plenty of local playgrounds is important, but what if they never get used? To increase daily physical activity levels for all kids, we must encourage a mix of opportunities, such as organized sport, active play and active transportation.” Jackie Avent, Coordinator of Manitoba’s Active and Safe Routes to School Program agrees. “Walking and wheeling to and from school is a great way for kids to incorporate physical activity into their day while having fun with friends, reducing greenhouse gas emissions from motorized vehicles and exploring their neighbourhood. School Travel Planning is an important way to learn about what schools and parents need to foster this behavior.” “Overall, child and youth physical activity levels remain alarmingly low—the Report Card tells us that only five per cent of five- to 17-year-olds are meeting the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines,” says Elio Antunes, President and CEO, ParticipACTION. “That’s why we need to encourage a wider variety of opportunities to improve the grade on kids’ physical activity levels, and in some cases we need to step back and do less. Many parents see active transportation and active play as inconvenient or unsafe, which results in kids spending their free time indoors being sedentary. In fact, these are great, cost-efficient ways to get kids moving more.” New Zealand and Mozambique lead the pack with “B” grades in Overall Physical Activity. The global comparisons reveal that New Zealand seems to have found success in providing a balance of opportunities for organized activities and active play, with most kids saying they spend an average of 78 minutes per day in free play. And, in Mozambique, where the majority of the population lives in rural environments, high physical activity levels consist largely of transport and domestic chores. “Considered in a global context, Canada is a developed country, but it might be fair to say Canada is overdeveloped when it comes to its physical activity infrastructure and programs for children and youth,” says Jennifer Cowie Bonne, CEO, Active Healthy Kids Canada. “Canada will never reap the benefits of our well-developed policies, programs and places unless we relax our grasp and give our kids room to move. Parents and families, policymakers, schools and community leaders must work together to make it easier for our kids to make the active choice, more often.” More on the global comparisons For its 10th anniversary Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth, Active Healthy Kids Canada brought research teams from 15 countries across five continents together to establish and compare grades, and seek solutions to the worldwide childhood inactivity crisis. Countries that participated in the international comparison process, based on the Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card framework, included: Australia, Canada, Colombia, England, Finland, Ghana, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, Mozambique, New Zealand, Nigeria, Scotland, South Africa and the United States. The results of the global comparisons and Canada’s Report Card were shared with 700 international delegates at the first-ever Global Summit on the Physical Activity of Children, hosted by Active Healthy Kids Canada on May 19 to 22 in Toronto. Among the ten grades assigned to Canada, key grades and comparisons include: • “D-” for Overall Physical Activity – Mozambique and New Zealand lead with a B, and Scotland lags with an F. • “C+” in Organized Sport Participation – New Zealand leads with a B and Mozambique lags with an F. • “B+” in Community & the Built Environment – Australia leads with an A-, and Mexico and Mozambique lag with an F. • “D” in Active Transportation – Finland, Kenya, Mozambique and Nigeria lead with a B, and United States lags with an F. • “F” in Sedentary Behaviours – Ghana and Kenya lead with a B, and Scotland, South Africa and Nigeria also received an F. • “C+” in School – England leads with an A- and Colombia lags with an F. Full copies of the short-form and long-form Report Card, plus free presentations, articles and media materials can be found at www.activehealthykids.ca. GreenAction Centre is a non-profit, non-governmental organization focused on greener living at home, at work, at school and in the community. We share a greener, better living message through the delivery of community programs, events, education and policy work. -30- For more information or to arrange an interview please contact: Jackie Avent Active and Safe Routes to School Program Coordinator Green Action Centre 3rd Floor, 303 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3B 2B4 204-475-1327 (cell) jackie(a)greenactioncentre.ca -- Jackie Avent | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue | (204) 925-3773 | Find us here Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member

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WFP - No Accident Part 3: Fear & pedalling - protected bike lanes best 'vaccine' for cyclist deaths (May20'14)
by Beth McKechnie 20 May '14

20 May '14

Fear & pedalling: protected bike lanes best 'vaccine' for cyclist deaths By: Mary Agnes Welch http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/fear--pedalling-259898271.html * * * * * In case you missed the first 2 parts, here are the links: No Accident - Part 2: New York City's vision http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/Caution--Safer-roads-ahead-25… No Accident - Part 1: The Problem http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/crash-consequences-259487791.html

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WFP: Want to get creative? Take a walk (May18'14)
by Beth McKechnie 19 May '14

19 May '14

Want to get creative? Study suggests a walk By: Deborah Netburn http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-life/life/health/want-to-get-crea… LOS ANGELES -- If you find yourself in a creative slump, scientists have a suggestion: Take a walk. People generate more creative ideas when they walk than when they sit, according to new research published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: Learning, Memory and Cognition. "Everyone always says going on a walk gives you new ideas, but nobody had ever proved it before," said Marily Oppezzo, a professor of psychology at Santa Clara University and the lead author of the study. In fact, Oppezzo got the inspiration for the research while she was taking a stroll as a graduate student with her thesis adviser, Stanford University education professor Daniel Schwartz. To measure creativity, Oppezzo recruited 176 people and gave them various verbal tests. For instance, some volunteers were asked to come up with alternative uses for a common item, like a button. Oppezzo defined a creative response as one that was both appropriate (a button could serve as a tiny strainer or the eye for a doll, but it wouldn't work as a light bulb) and original, meaning no one else in the study had said it. In the first experiment, volunteers were asked to complete the creativity test twice -- first while sitting at a desk in a small room for four minutes, and then while walking on a treadmill for the same amount of time. Researchers found 81 per cent of participants improved their creative output when walking. Walkers were more talkative than sitters, but Oppezzo said the increased output of creative ideas while ambulatory was not simply the result of having more ideas in general. "We took everything they said and divided the total creative ideas by the total ideas mentioned," she said. "Walkers had more thoughts, but they also had a higher density of creative thoughts than sitters." To see whether walking improves brainpower overall, Oppezzo and her team had volunteers complete a task that measures convergent thinking. Study participants were given three words and asked to come up with another word that would combine with each of them to make a common phrase. For example, "Swiss," "cake" and "cottage" can all be combined with "cheese." On this test, volunteers performed slightly worse when walking compared with when sitting. That led the researchers to conclude the cognitive benefits of walking were specific to creative thought. In subsequent experiments, the researchers found this creative boost can linger for a period of time. People who took the creativity test while walking, and then while sitting, came up with more creative ideas in their chairs compared with other seated volunteers who hadn't gone for a walk. To make sure this wasn't just a sign the volunteers were getting used to the test, the researchers asked some participants to take the test twice and remain seated both times. Under those conditions, test performance did not improve with experience. In another set of experiments, the researchers found walking inside was just as good for creativity as walking outside, although being outdoors made participants more talkative. In the final experiment, Oppezzo tried pushing volunteers around the Stanford campus in wheelchairs and compared their creativity with that of volunteers who went for a walk outside, those who walked indoors on a treadmill and those who sat inside a lab room with no view of the outdoors. The results were clear: Walking (whether inside or outside) trumped sitting (either inside or outside). Other researchers said they found the results convincing, especially because they were confirmed in four different experiments. Jennifer Wiley, a psychology professor at the University of Illinois, Chicago, who was not involved in the study, said Oppezzo's results were in line with what she called the "bed, bath, bus and bar syndrome." "When we take a break from active perusal of solutions and go about our other daily activities, new ways of thinking about the solution may pop into our minds," she said. But Wiley and others were at a loss to explain why walking seemed to enhance creativity. Perhaps walking increases arousal in the brain, said Jonathan Schooler, a professor of psychological and brain sciences at the University of California, Santa Barbara, who wasn't involved in the study. If so, that would explain why most volunteers became more chatty when they were ambulatory, he said. Oppezzo thinks it's possible that walking interferes with the brain's ability to filter thoughts. "We really don't know," she said. Oppezzo and Schwartz intend to continue their research into the connection between walking and creativity. "We've had many walking meetings to think about future ideas," Oppezzo said. -- Los Angeles Times Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition May 18, 2014 A6

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No Accident Part 2: New York plans to eliminate all traffic deaths - but could it work for Winnipeg? (May17'14)
by Beth McKechnie 18 May '14

18 May '14

*NO ACCIDENT* *NEW YORK PLANS TO ELIMINATE ALL TRAFFIC DEATHS — BUT COULD IT WORK FOR WINNIPEG?* By employing a strategy embracing community outreach, city planning and increased enforcement, New York City has set the ambitious goal of bringing traffic deaths to zero. But can the Big Apple’s plan achieve the same effect in our city? By: Mary Agnes Welch http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/Caution--Safer-roads-ahead-25…

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Something droolworthy for Friday
by Stacy Matwick 16 May '14

16 May '14

Skylock - bluetooth enabled lock http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gyLPjDakAc Happy Friday Stacy Matwick

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WFP: Crash consequences - with radical traffic reform, others may not have to suffer (May16'14)
by Beth McKechnie 16 May '14

16 May '14

Crash consequences: Victim's recovery a long journey With radical traffic reform, others may not have to suffer NO ACCIDENTBy: Mary Agnes Welch <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> [Link includes video introducing the WFP's "No Accident: How we can make Winnipeg's roads safer: http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/crash-consequences-259487791.html] Here's the sum total of what Bev Bungay remembers after she left for work one slushy Tuesday in December 2012. "Great, I'll be able to catch the earlier bus." Asking a paramedic if she was dreaming. He replied, "No, but you're going to be OK." Someone in the emergency room saying, "I've got her backpack and her wallet." Hearing her sister, saying, through tears, "You hurt her. You have to be more careful." Looking up to see a dozen people hovering over her bed, while someone rubbed her breastbone with their knuckles because she'd stop breathing. When Bungay began to wake up two or three days later, still in a haze of shock and painkillers, she asked her husband, David, to let her boss know she'd be working from home for a while. "Honestly, I thought four to six months and I'd be completely back to normal," she said. "I had no clue it would take this long." That's what happens when you're hit by a speeding Monte Carlo, land face down about seven metres away in a yard and shatter 11 bones, including four ribs and a neck vertebrae. You spend weeks in hospital with your head immobilized in a metal halo, months sleeping in the dining room because you can't get upstairs to your bed and nearly a year off work. And you join the 1,300 Winnipeggers, most of them nameless except to family and friends, who were killed or critically injured in bad car crashes over the last decade. If Bungay had been injured on the job, there would be a provincial investigation. If she had been hurt in a nursing home, health executives would launch a critical incident review. If it had happened in a STARS air ambulance, the minister would have suspended the service. Instead, remarkably little happens to prevent the next pedestrian from being hit while crossing Portage Avenue at Woodlawn Street, or to prevent any of the other 14,000 collisions Winnipeg sees in a year. Vehicle makers have done their bit. Airbags, crumple zones and backup cameras have made vehicles much safer, meaning even the worst crash tends to kill one person in the car, instead of two or three. Seatbelt use is now ubiquitous. Photo enforcement is widespread. And paramedics, in the word of one veteran Winnipeg traffic cop, do "phenomenal" work at the scene. That has helped shrink the total number of crashes in Winnipeg by about 30 per cent over the last two decades, even though the city's population has grown. More recently, though, the figure has plateaued. In fact, since 2010, the number of Winnipeggers badly injured by traffic has risen steadily, according to Manitoba Public Insurance data. And, there were so many crashes this terrible winter MPI is threatening to hike insurance rates significantly. So far this year, several bad crashes, including the death of 23-year-old Amy Gilbert on Broadway last month, have captured the public's attention. Despite that, Winnipeg has not followed other cities -- New York, Paris, Stockholm, Chicago, Seattle -- by making traffic deaths and injuries a public-health issue. Elsewhere, that shift has sparked huge investments in enforcement, traffic engineering, pedestrian and bike infrastructure and public education, and in turn made those cities more livable. If Winnipeg cut the number of crashes in half, through innovative road design, more cycle tracks and tougher enforcement, nearly 100 lives could be saved over the next decade, while also making the city more livable and less car-centric. Using cost estimates gleaned from Transport Canada research, Winnipeg could also save close to $5 billion in health care, lost work time, traffic delays, disability payments, property damage and other spinoff social costs related to crashes. "It is a reasonable goal to have. These are things we can do. We have the tools," said University of Manitoba traffic engineer Jeannette Montufar. "We have a very important issue in our hands right now, a very important problem of people dying in motor-vehicle collisions. It affects society today but also in the future... We need to hear much more about that than we're hearing today." Winnipeg averages 18 traffic deaths a year. There are roughly 28 homicides annually, sparking billions in spending on police, courts and prisons. Perry Gray, the doctor in charge of Health Sciences Centre's surgical intensive care unit, said violence and crime get all the attention, but his biggest customers are victims of motor-vehicle collisions, just like Bev Bungay. They tie up nearly half the beds in the trauma unit, and they often need multiple surgeries on multiple body parts by multiple surgeons. "You have the un-fixable in the worst category, the spinal injuries, the time-will-tell category and then the stuff we can actually fix," said Gray. "You get this whole array thrown at you when your family member is the victim of a bad accident, a series of events that go on for days and days and days... Is he going to wake up? Is he or she going to be like they were?" That is exactly what David Bungay was wondering as he raced to HSC an hour after his wife's crash, using his Bluetooth to frantically call family. Soon, the couple's grown kids converged on the hospital, along with Bungay's dad. Sisters and nephews arrived from across town and from Thompson. David camped out for a week in Bungay's room. Two weeks after the crash, the couple's new granddaughter celebrated her first Christmas at HSC with a groggy, bruised, swollen, immobilized Bungay in the background of fluorescent-lit family photos. None of the 11 bones Bungay broke was a nice, clean, easy-to-fix fracture. Her C2 bone (the second of seven bones in the cervical spine) was smashed in several pieces but on the side furthest away from the spinal cord, which was good. X-rays show bits of jagged shin bone floating in space, a metal rod acting as the leg's structure. The 30-year-old driver who caused all this pulled a classic Winnipeg move, darting out of traffic to zip ahead of a slow-moving lane. Bungay was crossing Portage at the light, a few steps from the curb when she was hit, likely at close to 70 kilometres per hour. Many people stopped to help. They did all the right things, resisting the urge to turn Bungay over and, instead, covered her up with coats to keep her warm until paramedics arrived. Over the last 18 months, Bungay has gone from a wheelchair to a walker to a cane and a leg brace. She is back at work at Manitoba Justice halftime, squeezing in physio three times a week to improve mobility and deal with pain in her neck. Before the crash, Bungay had just started to run, doing the "couch to 5k" program. She really misses running, something she never thought she'd say. She can't drive yet -- using the gas and brake pedals hurts her right shin too much -- which is also making her nuts. It would have been nice if the driver had reached out to the family, come to the hospital or offered an apology, said David, but neither is wasting energy on ill will. "People have asked me about that -- 'Aren't you angry?' " said Bungay. "I don't feel anger toward the driver. I don't believe he had the intention of hurting anyone that day. He just made a careless mistake." maryagnes.welch(a)freepress.mb.ca FIVE NUMBERS THAT MATTER *177*: Number of deaths on Winnipeg roads in the last decade, 2004-2013 *1,094*: number of serious injuries, 2004-2013 *46*: percentage of trauma patients in the Health Sciences Centre intensive care unit with crash-related injuries *$1.17 billion*: estimated annual spin-off cost of all traffic crashes in Winnipeg *$12.6 million*: what the city and Manitoba Public Insurance are spending this year on traffic safety *Source: Manitoba Public Insurance; City of Winnipeg collision statistics; Analysis and Estimation of the Social Cost of Motor Vehicle Collisions in Ontario Final Report, August, 2007, Transport Canada* NEXT IN THIS SERIES - *Today:* The problem - *Saturday:* New York City's vision - *Tuesday: *Bike lanes - *Wednesday:* Slow zones - *Thursday:* Enforcement - *Friday:* Intersections - *Saturday:* Political will - *Sunday:* The jerks

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AT Webinar: Best Planning and Engineering Practices for School Zones (Wed, May 21, 2-3pm, EcoCentre)
by Beth McKechnie 15 May '14

15 May '14

Green Action Centre and Bike Winnipeg invite you to join us for a local viewing of the following APBP webinar at the EcoCentre<http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/>(3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave). This will be followed by group discussion of local applications. Description provided below. RSVPs appreciated but not necessary. Hope to see you then! cheers, Beth (204) 925-3772 ** * * * ** *Best Planning and Engineering Practices for School Zones* *Wednesday, May 21, 2014 | 2:00-3:00 pm Central* This webinar takes an in-depth look at how effective engineering and planning in school zones can improve traffic safety and neighborhood livability. What are the best practices? How can we improve collaboration between city staff, school principals and law enforcement? APBP’s May 2014 webinar offers answers based on three school safety case studies from Peoria, Arizona. Two case studies involve elementary schools and include discussion of effective collaboration, traffic control devices, access management, and school policy to reduce school-related traffic congestion during school arrival and dismissal times. The third case study focuses on a high school where behavioral observation led problem-solvers to install an effective mid-block crossing. In all three cases, the city’s approach to “the problem” included a bigger picture look at walking and bicycling routes, sidewalk width and crosswalk access. The webinar also examines how effective school policies and reconfiguration of problematic school pick-up and drop-off areas can greatly improve children’s safety. Peoria’s population of 160,000 people and its suburban proximity to Phoenix offer rich insights useful in similar locales throughout North America. *Presenter:* Brandon Forrey, Transportation Planning Engineer, City of Peoria, Arizona

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GTA's top doctors join forces to encourage cities to plan for built-in exercise
by Beth McKechnie 14 May '14

14 May '14

* GTA’s top doctors join forces to encourage cities to plan for built-in exercise Urban planning should encourage walking, cycling and use of public transit to battle chronic disease, public health doctors say.* *By:* Theresa Boyle <http://www.thestar.com/authors.boyle_theresa.html> Health, Published on Wed May 14 2014 <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> http://www.thestar.com/life/health_wellness/2014/05/14/better_and_integrate… The top doctors for Toronto, Peel, Hamilton and Simcoe- Muskoka have joined forces to urge all levels of government to change the way communities are planned, to encourage more physical activity. When it comes to land-use and transportation planning, more consideration must be given to encouraging residents to walk, cycle and use public transit, they told a news conference at Union Station on Wednesday. “This really is the big public health concern of our time, of our generation. How our communities are shaped, how we move around and the impact it has on the leading causes of death and illness in our society is something that all health organizations are coming to grips with,” said Toronto Medical Officer of Health Dr. David McKeown. Many communities have been built around the car, contributing to sedentary lifestyles, thy noted. Chronic conditions such as diabetes, obesity and heart disease are directly related to “having engineered physical activity out of our lives,” said Dr. David Mowat, medical officer of health for Peel. He pointed out that 10 per cent of an adult’s physical energy expenditure is recreational while 90 per cent is utilitarian, that is, “going about our regular business.” The solution to getting people move more is to get them to incorporate physical activity into their daily routines, he said. “This is not about telling people to shape up, exercise more and eat well. That approach has been tried for years and it has failed,” Mowat said. He cited cycling as an example, noting that those who spend a total of three hours weekly biking to work cut their risk of premature death from all causes by 28 per cent. Even taking public transit can easily add 30 minutes of activity into one’s day because it can include walking to and from the bus stop and subway and taking stairs. The Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines<http://www.csep.ca/english/view.asp?x=804> just happen to call for 30 minutes of activity a day. The group of doctors made three specific recommendations: Invest “many billions of dollars” in public transit. Strengthen provincial policies that support transit and active transportation (walking or cycling to get to a destination). Make transit and active transportation integral to city planning. The doctors released a report, Improving Health by Design<http://www.peelregion.ca/health/resources/healthbydesign/pdf/moh-report.pdf>, that points out that there are almost 57,000 new cases of diabetes and 7,000 new cases of heart disease annually in the Greater Toronto- Hamilton Area and Simcoe-Muskoka. About a quarter of both conditions are preventable through physical activity, the report notes. It estimates that more than 300 premature deaths and over 1,000 cases of diabetes could be prevented annually with improvements in the way communities are designed and with better integration of public transportation. (Estimations are based on a health economic assessment tool from the World Health Organization and a diabetes population risk tool from the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences.) It goes on to say that physical inactivity and obesity cost the GTHA and Simcoe Muskoka $4 billion annually, including $1.4 billion in direct medical costs. The remainder is related to lost productivity. “The environment in which we live is the main influence upon our behaviour . . . and changes in the environment are necessary to improve our health. We need to make the healthy choice the easy choice,” Mowat said.

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FW: Pedal Power to the People- - - Join the Orange T' Revolution
by Dave Elmore 14 May '14

14 May '14

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Pedestrian Safety, Urban Space and Health
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 12 May '14

12 May '14

Pedestrian Safety, Urban Space and Health DOI:10.1787/9789282103654-en <http://dx.doi.org/10.1787/9789282103654-en> This report presents decision-makers with hard evidence on the important place of walking in transport policies and provide guidelines for developing a safe environment conducive to walking. http://www.keepeek.com/Digital-Asset-Management/oecd/transport/pedestrian-s… -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* Find us here<http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member<http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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Fwd: Groundbreaking MOU between city and school district in BC
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 08 May '14

08 May '14

*apologies for cross-posting* On April 22nd, the School District of North Vancouver signed an MOU with the City of North Vancouver about Active and Safe Routes to School. It's groundbreaking and a first in Canada, as far as I am aware. Wouldn't it be awesome to see AT Policies and relationships like this formed in Manitoba to ensure welcoming active and safe routes to schools. The MOU is attached. If anyone would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact me. Cheers, Jackie -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* Find us here<http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member<http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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RE: [At-network] New report from the APA: "Investing in Place"
by Patman, David 07 May '14

07 May '14

Hi Terry (and mailing list), My understanding is that the Capital Region Transportation Master Plan is going to be released before the end of spring… http://www.manitobacapitalregion.ca/notices_detail.asp?notice_ID=207 David Patman, P. Eng. Transit Planner Winnipeg Transit | Service Development Division 421 Osborne Street | Winnipeg, Manitoba R3L 2A2 P: 204-986-5737 | dpatman(a)winnipeg.ca<mailto:dpatman@winnipeg.ca> From: Terry Zdan [mailto:tjzdan50@gmail.com] Sent: May-07-14 8:36 AM To: Patman, David Cc: at-network(a)lists.umanitoba.ca Subject: Re: [At-network] New report from the APA: "Investing in Place" http://www.manitobacapitalregion.ca/_assets/downloads/TMP-OH2-Boards-June20… Hi David - is there more info about the Capital Region Master Plan that would validate values in our back yard? On Tue, May 6, 2014 at 3:47 PM, Patman, David <DPatman(a)winnipeg.ca<mailto:DPatman@winnipeg.ca>> wrote: New document from the American Planning Association. An interesting look at changing values in the US (probably we would see similar viewpoints in Canada) regarding “what is important” in communities and development for different demographic groups. “When asked what would strengthen their local economy, two-thirds believe that investing in schools, transportation choice, walkability, and key community features is the best way.… For both Millennials and Active Boomers, including those living in today’s suburbs, walkability is in high demand.” http://www.planning.org/policy/polls/investing/pdf/pollinvestingreport.pdf David Patman, P. Eng. Transit Planner Winnipeg Transit | Service Development Division 421 Osborne Street | Winnipeg, Manitoba R3L 2A2 P: 204-986-5737<tel:204-986-5737> | dpatman(a)winnipeg.ca<mailto:dpatman@winnipeg.ca> _______________________________________________ AT-Network mailing list AT-Network(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:AT-Network@lists.umanitoba.ca> http://lists.umanitoba.ca/mailman/listinfo/at-network -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com<mailto:tjzdan@gmasil.com>

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New report from the APA: "Investing in Place"
by Patman, David 06 May '14

06 May '14

New document from the American Planning Association. An interesting look at changing values in the US (probably we would see similar viewpoints in Canada) regarding "what is important" in communities and development for different demographic groups. "When asked what would strengthen their local economy, two-thirds believe that investing in schools, transportation choice, walkability, and key community features is the best way.... For both Millennials and Active Boomers, including those living in today's suburbs, walkability is in high demand." http://www.planning.org/policy/polls/investing/pdf/pollinvestingreport.pdf David Patman, P. Eng. Transit Planner Winnipeg Transit | Service Development Division 421 Osborne Street | Winnipeg, Manitoba R3L 2A2 P: 204-986-5737 | dpatman(a)winnipeg.ca<mailto:dpatman@winnipeg.ca>

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FW: Moveable Feast 2014!
by Reaney, Vicky (MMG) 01 May '14

01 May '14

From: Jason Syvixay Sent: April-30-14 12:05 PM Subject: MEDIA RELEASE: 400 Winnipeggers, 10 Tours, 5000KM Collectively Travelled Throughout Downtown MEDIA RELEASE April 30, 2014 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 400 Winnipeggers Get a Taste of Downtown with 10 Tours, 40 Restaurants and 150KM of Gorgeous Scenery Downtown Winnipeg - 10 tours will offer Winnipeggers even more opportunities to delve deeper into what downtown has to offer and to discover the hidden gems that give our city its character. 40 restaurants and an urban landscape rich with green space, parks, and music history, will get its close up as 400 people sip, sup, and stroll throughout downtown, collectively traveling over 5000KM on foot and bicycle. "People have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of spring and summer - the sizzling heat, the sunset, and hanging around downtown restaurants and patios surrounded by friends and good people," said Stefano Grande, Executive Director of the Downtown Winnipeg BIZ. "These tours help us show off the city in an authentic, intimate way. Rather than just putting an ad in the paper or a billboard we want to pull people by the hand and actually show them what's going on downtown." >From cycling to wine tastings to an exploration of downtown's river trail leading up to the site of The Forks - Winnipeggers will discover why downtown is such a unique and exciting place to visit with personalized tours hosted by the Downtown BIZ: Biking & Beer - An elite mountain/hybrid cycling event. Hit the city's newest bike routes on a two-hour ride with the Executive Director of the Downtown BIZ, finishing with a cold beer on a downtown patio. Route is approximately 50KM and features Café 22, Pony Corral, and Moxie's Classic Grill on June 18, July 16, and August 13. 4:30pm start, free. A Moveable Feast - Take in the gorgeous view of some of downtown's most iconic buildings, architecture, and places on a five-hour bike ride, while enjoying great eats from local downtown restaurants, featuring Little Sister Coffee Maker, Old Spaghetti Factory, Promenade Cafe & Wine, Little Saigon, Waves Restaurant & Lounge, Pony Corral, Thom Bargen, The Fyxx, East India Company Pub & Eatery, Kum Koon, and surprise restaurants in the Exchange District and West End. Route is approximately 7KM and is co-presented by Downtown BIZ, Exchange District BIZ, West End BIZ, Provencher BIZ, West Broadway BIZ, Osborne Village BIZ, Bike Valet, Bike Winnipeg, and the City of Winnipeg's Active Transportation. June 19 and September 27. 5PM start, $35/person. Patio Crawl - Because now that summer is here, one patio is never enough. Grab your friends, soak up the sun and sip your favourite drinks. Sample delicious brews at beloved watering holes like: Elephant & Castle, Muddy Waters, Finn's Pub, The Keg, Earls Restaurant, Old Spaghetti Factory, Clay Oven, Beachcombers, Rudy's Eat and Drink, The Met, and The Current. August 8, July 11, and July 13. 5PM start, $30/person. Tour length: 2.5 hours. Winnipeg Wine - Explore the wine lists of some of Winnipeg's top downtown restaurants and sample delectable food pairings with this guided tour. Stroll your way to downtown's top fine dining restaurants, including Sydney's, The Velvet Glove, Hy's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar, Prairie 360, 295 York, and Fort Garry, and cap it all off with an overnight stay at the lavish Hotel Fort Garry. September 12. 6:30PM start, $175 for one person or $250 for two people. Almost Famous - Tour the pubs, clubs, and bars that are home to Winnipeg best blues, rock, and country bands. Featuring classic, quirky, and historic venues with performances from up-and-comers and local favourites at featuring The Pyramid Cabaret, Shannon's Irish Pub, and Times Change(d) High & Lonesome Club. July 19 and August 16. 9PM start, $35/person. Rebirth of Our Downtown - Take a front row seat as the BIZ shares with you stories leading to the rebirth of our downtown and our downtown vision. Winnipeg's downtown has shown a new wave of productivity, growth, innovation and consumer optimism - as articulated in a new market research report, Downtown Trends. Hop on our trolley and tour some of the redevelopment activities that's making downtown Winnipeg the place to invest, work, live, and experience. June 25. 10AM, free. Thanks to our media sponsor, Clear 102 FM. For a complete listing of downtown tours and to purchase tickets, visit www.downtownwinnipegbiz.com/tours<http://www.downtownwinnipegbiz.com/tours>. - 30 - For more information, contact: Jason Syvixay Managing Director Tel: (204) 958-4635 Email: jason(a)downtownwinnipegbiz.com<mailto:jason@downtownwinnipegbiz.com> ________________________________ This communication is confidential. We only send and receive email on the basis of the terms set out at www.rogers.com/web/content/emailnotice<http://www.rogers.com/web/content/emailnotice> Ce message est confidentiel. Notre transmission et réception de courriels se fait strictement suivant les modalités énoncées dans l'avis publié à www.rogers.com/aviscourriel <http://www.rogers.com/aviscourriel> ________________________________

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Fwd: [PNmb] Fwd: FW: Creative Placemaking Challenge!
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 01 May '14

01 May '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Molly Johnson <flat.not.boring(a)gmail.com> Date: 1 May 2014 15:09 Subject: [PNmb] Fwd: FW: Creative Placemaking Challenge! To: PNManitoba(a)googlegroups.com Please distribute widely! Hello Friends! Urban Idea and the Winnipeg Arts Council just announced the *Creative Placemaking Challenge*. The competition is to come up with do-able, temporary installations or activities in the alleys and dray ways (delivery alleys) of the West Exchange District. The goal is to get the public engaged in placemaking, either by putting a project together, or by coming by and interacting with the projects and the spaces. Proposals are due on June 13th and successful entries will receive up to $1,500 to implement their ideas. The project is inspired by examples in Melbourne, Seattle, and Portland. While the alleys in those places were eventually occupied by more permanent projects, they all started with temporary placemaking ideas. Let's try this in Winnipeg!! First, the call for proposals can be found here: https://urbanideawinnipeg.files.wordpress.com/2013/10/creative-placemaking-… and more information can be found here: http://urbanidea.ca/2014/04/30/urban-idea-announces-the-creative-placemakin… There is going to be a little information session on Wednesday May 7th from 5-7pm at PLATFORM (off the lobby at Artspace, 100 Arthur Street). There will also be an opportunity to workshop your ideas. On Wednesday May 28th, from 5-8pm at the Patterson Global Foods building dining hall, there will be a chance to talk through your proposal and get advice or feedback from artists and designers who have experience with placemaking projects. Please let all your friends know! Molly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "PNManitoba" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to pnmanitoba+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to pnmanitoba(a)googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/pnmanitoba. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* Find us here<http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member<http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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WFP online: Police oppose photo radar cameras at pedestrian crosswalks proposal (May1'14)
by Beth McKechnie 01 May '14

01 May '14

Police oppose photo radar cameras at pedestrian crosswalks proposal By: Aldo Santin http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/Police-oppose-photo-radar-cam… The city councillor who believes pedestrian crosswalks are unsafe said he is disappointed with the recommendation from Winnipeg Police opposing his proposal to install photo radar cameras at pedestrian corridors. Coun. Ross Eadie (Mynarski) said he remains convinced that measures have to be taken to make pedestrian corridors safe for pedestrians. "If we’re not going to have cameras (at pedestrian corridors), then we better have more enforcement," Eadie said. "We’ve just been lucky there haven’t been more fatalities." A WPS report to the Winnipeg Police Board recommends no action be taken on Eadie’s suggestion, citing a lack of pedestrian fatalities, the expense involved, and the unwillingness of the Selinger government to expand the use of photo radar cameras. The report found only one pedestrian fatality at a pedestrian corridor – on Henderson Highway in 2011. "We don’t measure the near-misses and there are a lot of them," Eadie said. "I take my life into my hands every time I cross at a pedestrian corridor on Main Street because drivers are not obeying the rules. "The residents in my ward want something done about it." The report, which will be presented to the police board at its meeting Friday morning, says only one community in North America – Washington, DC – employs photo radar cameras at crosswalks. The DC cameras went into operation in November and the report says no conclusive data exists at this time to support a claim they are effective at improving pedestrian safety. <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> aldo.santin(a)freepress.mb.ca

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From today's Atlantic Cities -- community with no need for school buses
by Patman, David 01 May '14

01 May '14

More communities like this, please - should not be so hard to do, should not be so unusual: http://www.theatlanticcities.com/commute/2014/05/suburb-where-kids-actually… David Patman, P. Eng. Transit Planner Winnipeg Transit | Service Development Division 421 Osborne Street | Winnipeg, Manitoba R3L 2A2 P: 204-986-5737 | dpatman(a)winnipeg.ca<mailto:dpatman@winnipeg.ca>

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School Planning and Transportation Policy
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 30 Apr '14

30 Apr '14

This is a US site, but offers some excellent planning and policy tools for school-based Active Transportation planning, including school travel planning and school siting policies, as well as other excellent broader AT planning and policy tools. http://www.atpolicy.org/school-planning-and-transportation-policy -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* Find us here<http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member<http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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How Montreal built a bike lane by debunking fears of "autoparkolypse"
by Beth McKechnie 29 Apr '14

29 Apr '14

Every city that's ever considered removing auto parking to make room for a protected bike lane has been, understandably, nervous. North America's best city for biking wasn't immune. But when it was planning its signature downtown bike project<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/De_Maisonneuve_Boulevard#Claire_Morissette_bik…> in 2005, Montreal got past those concerns with a very simple tactic. Instead of counting only the change in parking spaces on the boulevard De Maisonneuve itself, a measure that might have led to headlines and perceptions that "half of the parking" was being removed, it counted the total number of auto parking spaces — public and private, on-street and off — within 200 meters of the project. The district, it turned out, had 11,000 parking spaces. Converting one of the corridor's two auto parking lanes to a protected bikeway would remove 300 of them, or just under 3 percent. "The effect on the debate was suprise," said Jean-Francois Pronovost of Vélo Québec <http://www.velo.qc.ca/>, the bike advocacy and planning nonprofit contracted by the city to study the issue. "No one estimated that there was that number of car parking [spaces] available." Even worried business owners were calmed, he said, when they saw the proposed changes in context. *Read full article*: http://www.peopleforbikes.org/blog/entry/how-montreal-built-a-bike-lane-by-…

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What Jane's Walks are you going to?
by Beth McKechnie 28 Apr '14

28 Apr '14

Jane's Walk is this coming weekend! Have you browsed the list of more than 20 walks <http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg> on offer this year? On Saturday May 3rd and Sunday May 4th you can choose from walks in neighbourhoods across the city on a whole range of themes: from Selkirk Avenue to South Osborne, North Kildonan to Wildwood Park, Saint Boniface to Wolseley and many places in between! New walks are being added to the website every day. Visit janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg for more details. *Saturday May 3rd* 9:00am Over, Under, Sideways, Down: Downtown!<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/over-under-sideways-down-downtown/> 10:30am Fort Rouge Forever... along with beers, bears and a story about the real golden boy of Winnipeg<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/fort-rouge-foreveralong-beer-bears-and…> 11:00am Sidewalk Design 101: Accessible and Approachable Neighbourhoods<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/sidewalk-design-101-accessible-and-app…> 12:00pm On Our Way, West Broadway<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/our-way-west-broadway/> 12:30pm Urban Renewal and the University of Winnipeg<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/urban-renewal-and-university-winnipeg/> 1:00pm Osborne Village: The Best Neighbourhood in Canada<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/osborne-village-best-neighbourhood-can…> 1:30pm Saint Boniface, Then and Now<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/saint-boniface-then-and-now/> 2:00pm Re(Discover) Public Art<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/rediscover-public-art/> 2:00pm St. Norbert: Imagining our History and Future<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/imagining-our-history-and-future/> 2:00pm Winnipeg in 1890: Winnipeg's Curious History of Numbered Streets<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/winnipeg-1890-winnipegs-curious-histor…> 3:00pm A Policy Wonk's Guide to Osborne and Corydon Village<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/policy-wonks-guide-osborne-and-corydon…> *Sunday May 4th* 10:00am The History of Crescentwood: C.H Enderton's Vision in 1902<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/ch-endertons-vision-1902-history-cresc…> 10:30am From Mean to Green: Making Community Spaces in Spence Neighbourhood<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/mean-green-making-community-green-spac…> 11:00am History and Heroes - Victoria Park and the 1919 General Strike<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/history-hhistory/> 12:00pm Rediscover Selkirk Avenue<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/rediscover-selkirk-ave/> 1:00pm The East Exchange Expedition<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/east-exchange-walk-wild-side/> 1:00pm Kildonan Drive North <http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/2587/> 2:00pm Neighbourhoods Change: Exploring North Point Douglas<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/neighbourhoods-change-exploring-north-…> 2:00pm Jane's Walk School Bus: A Child Friendly tour of Main Street<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/janes-walking-school-bus-child-friendl…> 2:30pm Living Downtown with 546<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/living-downtown-546/> 3:00pm A Walk in the Park - Wildwood Park that is!<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/walk-park-wildwood-park1/> 4:00pm Ballads and Boulevards: The City through Song<http://janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg/ballads-and-boulevards-city-through-so…>

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Cycling course through the Leisure Guide
by Dave Elmore 27 Apr '14

27 Apr '14

The city cycling course for beginners was cancelled due to low registration. The course for commuters is close to the same fate only having 3 registered to date. If you know anyone that is interested in learning more about how to ride the city streets, let them know that they need to register by this Friday. The course in on page 82 of the Leisure Guide and here are the details: City Cycling for Commuters - 453581 REGISTER <https://www.leisureonline.ca/eConnect/MyBasket/MyBasket.asp?Type=1&AddCours e=7215%7E483091%7E0%7E0%7E0%7E0%7E0&AjaxRequest=true> Ages: 16 Yrs. to 99 Yrs. Fees: - Course Fee $45.00 - Non Resident Fee $54.00 Description: Would you like to start commuting but are uncomfortable on busier streets? Are you already commuting, but want to learn the cycling skills that will allow you to ride safely in heavier traffic? Certified Can-Bike instructors from Bike Winnipeg will help you build the skills and knowledge to ride confidently in traffic. The course is endorsed by the Manitoba Cycling Association and each participant will receive a copy of the Winnipeg Cycling Map. Spots Available: 9 Thanks Dave o _ ( \ _ (X)\ /(X)

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Have you been in a traffic collision? The Free Press wants to talk to you
by Anders Swanson 24 Apr '14

24 Apr '14

Have you been in a traffic collision? The Free Press wants to talk to you Have you been in a car accident in the last couple of years? The Free Press would like to hear your story. Next month, the *Free Press *will launch a series on road safety in Winnipeg. As part of the series, Mary Agnes Welch is looking to interview motorists, cyclists and pedestrians who have been involved in collisions in the last couple of years. We’d also love to hear your views on improving road safety in Winnipeg. Please email reporter Mary Agnes Welch at maryagnes.welch(a)freepress.mb.ca or call her at 204-697-7590.

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Chris Turner: Cycle tracks are the sustainable choice
by Anders Swanson 23 Apr '14

23 Apr '14

[With a network of downtown cycletracks one of the action items proposed in Winnipeg's new cycling strategies under development, it may be worth reading an article from Calgary - just now undertaking a similar initiative - that helps put the scale of the work into perspective. - Anders ] Chris Turner: Cycle tracks are the sustainable choice <goog_125892633> http://www.calgaryherald.com/opinion/op-ed/Turner+Cycle+tracks+sustainable+…

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Cycling for health, environment and economy
by Cyndi Otfinowski 23 Apr '14

23 Apr '14

Hello, I receive the phenews from the World Health Organization. They have just sent this press release available in multiple languages. http://www.euro.who.int/en/media-centre/sections/press-releases/2014/cyclin… "Cycling for health, environment and economy Cycling could create at least 76 600 jobs and save 10 000 lives every year in major European cities according to the new publication by the UN Economic Commission for Europe and the WHO Regional Office for Europe. If these cities reached the cycling modal share of Copenhagen, they would not only benefit from the positive effects on health and environment, but also economically. " Sincerely, Cyndi Otfinowski

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Fwd: 2014 Accessibility Awards
by Anders Swanson 23 Apr '14

23 Apr '14

[Dear AT-Network: Know a project/person/design/initiative/firm that has excelled at making it easier for persons with disabilities to move around Winnipeg? Think it deserves an award? Nominate them. See below. - anders] ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: *Sobkowicz, Chris* <csobkowicz(a)winnipeg.ca> Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2014 Subject: 2014 Accessibility Awards To: "Sobkowicz, Chris" <csobkowicz(a)winnipeg.ca> *** Please feel free to pass this along to all of your contacts and associates. Thanks.******* *Save the Date…… Construction is now complete!* *Time to cut the ribbon…* Building upon our successes and work in promoting universal design principles and accessibility issues with the stakeholders of built spaces in Winnipeg, and in celebration of the Access Advisory Committee’s 20th year, the committee has completed the makeover of its annual awards program – the Access Awards. Presented and administered by the City of Winnipeg’s Access Advisory Committee, the Access Awards raise awareness regarding the importance of accessibility and universal design in the City of Winnipeg. Universal design makes life more equitable, safe, comfortable and affordable for everyone, including people with disabilities. These annual awards honour projects that incorporate physical access, communication access and/or way finding. What is different this year? *You have to go to be in the know…* Formerly known as the City Accessibility Awards, the 2014 Access Awards now have a different category structure and an updated criteria for eligibility. Further, all nominees and award recipients will be announced at a celebratory event. Nominees will not be announced in advance. This event is an excellent opportunity to network with other architects, designers, project owners, students and other professionals in the field. The organizing committee has selected the theme “Celebrating our successes and the increased use of universal design over the years”, which will be highlighted through a comedic retrospective showing how we have changed our “Best Practices” over the past eleven years. Save the date! *Celebrating accessibility…* This new gala evening will be held *Wednesday, September 10th, 2014*, at the Met Entertainment Centre, where we will announce the winner of the City’s Award of Excellence in Design and all the 2014 nominees and the category winners in an Academy Awards-style programme. The event includes dinner, wine and entertainment. Hope to see you there! Call for Nominations *Recognizing great local work…* The nomination process is now open and it is time to recognize the great work that has been recently completed in our city. We have attached the new nomination package and form that has all of the information needed to nominate a project. This material can also be found on our web site at: www.aacwinnipeg.mb.ca Chris Sobkowicz Coordinator Winnipeg Access Advisory Committee 204 986-8345 csobkowicz(a)winnipeg.ca<javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','csobkowicz(a)winnipeg.ca');> www.aacwinnipeg.mb.ca *Chris Sobkowicz* Coordinator City of Winnipeg Access Advisory Committee 204 986-8345 www.aacwinnipeg.mb.ca

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Fwd: Webinar: Bringing Health into the Transportation Planning Process
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 21 Apr '14

21 Apr '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Sarah Prowse <sprowse(a)wrha.mb.ca> Date: 11 April 2014 12:53 Subject: Webinar: Bringing Health into the Transportation Planning Process To: Hello, We would like to invite you to join us for the CHNET and CLASP webinar "Bringing Health into the Transportation Planning Process" - a presentation of some of the work undertaken in British Columbia and Quebec through the Healthy Canada by Design CLASP initiative. Following the 2 hour webinar, we'll have an opportunity to spend half an hour discussing the implications for Winnipeg. We've had the opportunity to hear about this work in its earlier stages, and we're excited to hear about the most recent lessons learned and how they can be applied here! Please feel free to bring your lunch as the webinar does fall over our lunch hour. We will also try to have some snacks. RSVPs are appreciated but not necessary. Please feel free to contact me at sprows(a)wrha.mb.ca or 204 962-0403. Enjoy the puddles (or more snow!) this weekend J Sarah *Bringing Health into the Transportation Planning Process * April 24, 2014, 12:00-2:30pm Winnipeg Regional Health Authority 490 Hargrave Street Meeting Room 119* *Enter through the Travel Health Clinic entrance at the corner of Hargrave St & McDermot Ave Bike racks are available in front of the building at the corner of Hargrave and McDermot. Plan your Winnipeg Transit trip: http://winnipegtransit.com/en/navigo Street parking (metered) is available in front of the building *CHNET-Works! is pleased to collaborate with the Healthy Canada by Design CLASP Initiative, funded by the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer, on this Fireside Chat.* *Researchers from Simon Fraser University and the University of Montreal will present two projects directed at health and transportation planning. * *Join us to hear about:* · What Simon Fraser researchers discovered, and recommend, about the data that is needed and available to bring health into transportation planning processes. · The approach that Montreal researchers have developed, and the data that is needed, to assess the health impacts associated with transportation options in Montreal. *Who should attend? *Professionals in public health, planning and transportation who are interested in weaving health considerations into the transportation planning processes in their communities. *Advisors on Tap:* [image: Description: Description: Description: M Winters] * Meghan Winters* is an Assistant Professor with the Faculty of Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University. She is an Epidemiologist interested in the link between health, transportation, and city design. [image: Description: Description: Description: A Smargiassi]*Audrey Smargiassi* has a PhD in Environmental Sciences. She is an Associate Professor at the School of Public Health at the University of Montreal. She is a spokesperson for a team of researchers and practitioners from Montreal Public Health, the University of Montreal, and McGill University, including Patrick Morency, Louis Drouin, Céline Plante, Louis-François Tetreault, Sophie Goudreau, Marianne Hatzopoulou and Lise Gauvin. Sarah Prowse Physical Activity Promotion Coordinator 2nd floor - 490 Hargrave Street Winnipeg, MB R3A 0X7 Telephone 204 232 3297 Fax 204 940-2690 Email sprowse(a)wrha.mb.ca Bike racks are available in front of the building at the corner of Hargrave and McDermot. Plan your Winnipeg Transit trip: http://winnipegtransit.com/en/navigo Follow Winnipeg *in motion* on Twitter @wpginmotion Sign up to receive updates from Winnipeg *in motion* @ http://www.winnipeginmotion.ca/signup/ This email and/or any documents in this transmission is intended for the addressee(s) only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, copying or dissemination is strictly prohibited. If you receive this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately and return the original. Ce courriel et tout document dans cette transmission est destiné à la personne ou aux personnes à qui il est adressé. Il peut contenir des informations privilégiées ou confidentielles. Toute utilisation, divulgation, distribution, copie, ou diffusion non autorisée est strictement défendue. Si vous n'êtes pas le destinataire de ce message, veuillez en informer l'expéditeur immédiatement et lui remettre l'original. -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* Find us here<http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member<http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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FW: Review - cross Canada education materials
by Dave Elmore 18 Apr '14

18 Apr '14

Might be an interesting study to look at if anyone can get access to the full document. See link below. Thanks Dave o _ ( \ _ (X)\ /(X) From: Jason Carter [mailto:JCARTER@wcb.mb.ca] Sent: April-15-14 11:50 AM To: Dave Elmore Subject: Review - cross Canada education materials Hi Not that this helps because it's not a full text article that's free - but someone you know may be able to get it from a University system. J. http://trb.metapress.com/content/t92w3053n0582850/?genre=article <http://trb.metapress.com/content/t92w3053n0582850/?genre=article&id=doi%3a1 0.3141%2f2387-05> &id=doi%3a10.3141%2f2387-05

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Ontario Cycling Action Plan
by Beth McKechnie 18 Apr '14

18 Apr '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Terry Zdan <tjzdan50(a)gmail.com> To: "at-network-bounces(a)lists.umanitoba.ca" < at-network-bounces(a)lists.umanitoba.ca>, Mark Cohoe <mcohoe(a)casch.com>, Anders Swanson <andersswanson(a)gmail.com>, jlukes <jlukes(a)shaw.ca> Cc: Date: Thu, 17 Apr 2014 12:03:15 -0500 Subject: Ontario Cycling Action Plan " Quick Facts - Since 2010, Ontario has added 112 kilometres of paved shoulders along provincial highways. - Ontario has introduced legislation to improve cycling safety. If passed, it would require motorists to maintain a distance of at least one metre while passing cyclists and introduce harsher penalties for dooring. - In 2010, two million Canadian visitors spent $391 million while cycling in Ontario -- an 18 per cent increase over the previous year. - According to the Canadian Medical Association, a 10 per cent increase<http://policybase.cma.ca/dbtw-wpd/Policypdf/PD09-04.pdf>in physical activity could reduce direct health care expenditures by $150 million a year. - Ontario has the second-lowest cycling injury rate of all Canadian provinces." http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/pubs/cycling/index.shtml http://news.ontario.ca/mto/en/2014/04/province-building-cycling-infrastruct… -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com>

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Winnipeg neighbourhood in the Top Ten for cycling accross canada for cycling.
by Anders Swanson 17 Apr '14

17 Apr '14

The article also has some interesting things to say about Winnipeg's potential overall. Check it out: http://www.cityclock.org/10-neighbourhoods-highest-levels-cycling-work-cana…

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Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies - Input opportunity!
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 17 Apr '14

17 Apr '14

For those who may have missed the pedestrian and cycling strategies open houses over the last week, you can check out the boards and offer input until the end of next week (April 25th). http://www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/MajorProjects/ActiveTransportation/WalkB… -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* Find us here<http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member<http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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4 Fascinating Facts about Bicycling and Walking
by Beth McKechnie 16 Apr '14

16 Apr '14

Dear friend, How does your state stack up on bicycling and walking? Today, we are releasing *Bicycling and Walking in the United States: 2014 Benchmarking Report*, a massive compendium of data on bicycling and walking in all 50 states, the 52 largest U.S. cities, and a select number of midsized cities. The Alliance produces the Benchmarking Report every two years in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Healthy Community Design Initiative. The report comprehensively examines bicycling and walking transportation across the U.S. and how these trends relate to public health, safety, and social and economic well being. There's a TON of really fascinating data in this year's Alliance Benchmarking Report. See for yourself: download the 2014 Benchmarking Report.<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018mgUXQ5cNJhaCBFrkAHXPo0JfPeZiG-AnC5lEMdPV8KI…> <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018mgUXQ5cNJhaCBFrkAHXPo0JfPeZiG-AnC5lEMdPV8KI…> For a sneak peek, check out four of the most fascinating facts from the report below. *1. We're seeing small but steady increases in the number of people biking and walking to work.* The average large American city experienced a 5.9% increase in population from 2000 to 2010 without comparable increases in land mass, and budgets are tight across the board. Both of these factors point to a need to find cost-effective modes of transportation that move people without taking up more space. *2. There are lower bicyclist and pedestrian fatalities where there are more people are biking and walking.* There is safety in numbers. In the graph below, orange dots represent pedestrian fatality rates -- i.e., the number of people who have died while walking as a portion of the number of people who walk to work. The grey line indicates the percentage of the population who bikes to work, and the green line shows correlation between the two. *3. More people tend to bike or walk to work when a city has strong biking and walking advocacy. * In 1996, there were just a handful of state and local biking and walking advocacy organizations and only 10 full time staff working on these issues. Now, there are over 230 state and local biking and walking advocacy groups and over 500 full time staff. A growing number of concerned citizens are organizing for safer, more accessible streets for walking and bicycling. And there is a positive correlation between the number of people who bike and walk to work in a city and the incomes and staff sizes of those cities' biking & walking advocacy organizations: *4. A large percentage of commuters bike and walk to work in Alaska, Oregon, Montana, New York, and Vermont. * Not so much in South Carolina, Atlanta, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas. Here's a map of bicycling and walking levels by state across the country: Think this is interesting? Download your copy of the 2014 Benchmarking Report here.<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018mgUXQ5cNJhaCBFrkAHXPo0JfPeZiG-AnC5lEMdPV8KI…> <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018mgUXQ5cNJhaCBFrkAHXPo0JfPeZiG-AnC5lEMdPV8KI…> Best, Mary Lauran Hall Communications Director <http://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=un&m=001fVXok0jsw3t7yu4AtMBC1w%3D%3…> <http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=TEM_Basic_209> This email was sent to beth(a)greenactioncentre.ca by info(a)peoplepoweredmovement.org | Update Profile/Email Address<http://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=oo&m=001fVXok0jsw3t7yu4AtMBC1w%3D%3…> | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe<http://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=un&m=001fVXok0jsw3t7yu4AtMBC1w%3D%3…>(tm) | Privacy Policy <http://ui.constantcontact.com/roving/CCPrivacyPolicy.jsp>. Alliance for Biking & Walking | PO Box 65150 | Washington | DC | 20035

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Motor Vehicle-Pedestrian Collisions and Walking to School: The Role of the Built Environment
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 16 Apr '14

16 Apr '14

Motor Vehicle-Pedestrian Collisions and Walking to School: The Role of the Built Environment http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/early/2014/04/02/peds.2013-23… CONCLUSIONS: Pedestrian collisions are more strongly associated with built environment features than with proportions walking. Road design features were related to higher collision rates and warrant further examination for their safety effects for children. Future policy designed to increase children's active transportation should be developed from evidence that more clearly addresses child pedestrian safety. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Michael Haynes <activetransportation(a)rogers.com> Date: 15 April 2014 17:46 Subject: Active Transportation Canada - New Listings: April 15, 2014 To: Winter is behind us (Let us hope), and the worlds of cycling and walking are becoming more active with the warmer weather. Since the last notice, in March, links to more than 100 new articles that have been posted on Active Transportation-Canada. You probably will not have time to read more than a few, so here are some recommendations: 1. Toronto Star - Ontario commits $25M for cycling infrastructure<http://activetransportation-canada.blogspot.ca/2014/04/toronto-star-ontario…> 2. Want a Healthier City? Prescribe Biking<http://activetransportation-canada.blogspot.ca/2014/04/want-healthier-city-…> 3. Ontario Planners Push for 'Active Transportation'<http://activetransportation-canada.blogspot.ca/2014/04/ontario-planners-pus…> 4. Motor Vehicle-Pedestrian Collisions and Walking to School: The Role of the Built Environment - Study<http://activetransportation-canada.blogspot.ca/2014/04/motor-vehicle-pedest…> 5. Report - Has Motorization in the U.S. Peaked?<http://activetransportation-canada.blogspot.ca/2014/04/report-has-motorizat…> 6. Copenhagen - Is Cycling Up or Down or What?<http://activetransportation-canada.blogspot.ca/2014/04/copenhagen-is-cyclin…> 7. Popularity of wheelchair skateboarding is on a roll<http://activetransportation-canada.blogspot.ca/2014/04/popularity-of-wheelc…> 8. 48 Madcap Hours in the Life of Citi Bike<http://activetransportation-canada.blogspot.ca/2014/04/48-madcap-hours-in-l…> 9. Will a World of Driverless Cars Be Heaven or Hell?<http://activetransportation-canada.blogspot.ca/2014/04/will-world-of-driver…> 10. Calgary - Wrong Track for Calgary Cycle Tracks<http://activetransportation-canada.blogspot.ca/2014/04/calgary-wrong-track-…> But if you have some time, just visit the home page and explore for yourself: http://activetransportation-canada.blogspot.ca/. If you are interested in Active Transportation isssues, I suspect you will find something worthwhile among the nearly 3,000 items that have been posted. Michael Haynes Director TransActive Solutions -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* Find us here<http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member<http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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Take a stroll through the city - Jane's Walks about community talks
by Beth McKechnie 15 Apr '14

15 Apr '14

Take a stroll through the cityJane's Walks about community talks THE eighth annual Jane's Walk is back -- this time with more than a dozen guided walks throughout fascinating areas of Winnipeg. Jane's Walk celebrates the ideas and legacy of Jane Jacobs -- a celebrated urbanist and activist whose writings championed a fresh, community-based approach to building walkable and vibrant cites. Free walking tours held on the first weekend of May each year are led by locals who want to create a space for residents to talk about what matters to them in the places they live and work. The first Jane's Walk was organized in Toronto eight years ago and it has since spread to cites across Canada, the United States and worldwide. Community members with a passion for urban issues and local history volunteer to organize a walking tour in their neighbourhood exploring an interesting aspect of the lived urban experience. Jane's Walks are about community conversations. Walks confirmed for this year include: - Neighbourhoods Change: Exploring North Point Douglas. Join longtime North Point Douglas tour guide Rob Galston as he highlights important landmarks, sites, personalities and historic events that have given shape to one of Winnipeg's most historic, fascinatng and resilient neighbourhoods. - Explore the forgotten history of Victoria Park, the main gathering place for strikers during the 1919 General Strike in Sandy Gesslar's History and Heroes: Victoria Park and Winnipeg General Strike. - Join Tricia Wasney, manager of the Winnipeg Arts Council's Public Art Program, for an inspiring tour of the public art you walk by every day. - Over Under Sideways Down: Downtown! invites you to explore one of the most fascinating urban centres in Canada. Veteran Jane's Walk leader Rob Shaw presents an eclectic walk looking at "old gems" and new trends in downtown street design and residential development. - What can one street tell you about the changing face of a neighbourhood? On Our Way, West Broadway invites you to join Choi Ho as she walks a short stretch of Spence Street. A complete list of walks is published on www.janeswalk.org/canada/winnipeg. Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition April 14, 2014 A10

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Chamber of Commerce BOLD Conference Idea: Creating a Year-Round Active Transportation Network
by Anders Swanson 14 Apr '14

14 Apr '14

*[Even though it is extremely unlikely there is someone on this list that is still interested in hearing me expound on ideas related to active transportation, t**he organizers asked me to pass it along and it's a worthwhile event, so I am. Details below. **- Anders]* On April 22 I am presenting my BOLD idea for Winnipeg at The Chamber’s half-day BOLD Conference—I encourage you to come out and do the same. The BOLD movement is all about bringing people together and thinking outside the box. Please consider joining the discussion Tuesday, April 22 from 7:30 am – 1:30 pm at The Met. The morning’s three panels focus on: 1. Creating community 2. Encouraging creativation (creativity, innovation and inspiration) 3. Looking ahead to what aspects will define Winnipeg over the next 100 years The event’s keynote speakers include *Gail Stephens* (Chief Operations Officer, CMHR) and *Hon. Kevin Chief*, Minister responsible for relations with the City of Winnipeg, Minister for Children and Youth Opportunities. For more information and to purchase tickets: http://www.winnipeg-chamber.com/events/BOLD-Winnipeg-Conference-56937/detai… I hope to see you there. *Details:* Half-day BOLD Conference Tuesday, April 22, 2014 7:30 AM - 1:30 PM The MET 281 Donald St. Tickets are $75 + GST and include breakfast, coffee, and lunch. Click here<http://www.winnipeg-chamber.com/events/BOLD-Winnipeg-Conference-56937/detai…> to get your tickets. [image: photo BOLDconferenceApril22-e-ad_zpsf78d5b37.jpg]<http://www.winnipeg-chamber.com/events/BOLD-Winnipeg-Conference-56937/detai…>

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WFP: Bike, sidewalk plan under public scrutiny (Apr.13'14)
by Beth McKechnie 13 Apr '14

13 Apr '14

Bike, sidewalk plan under public scrutiny Some progress but more needed: backers By: Carol Sanders http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/bike-sidewalk-plan-under-public-scru… With freezing rain and an unwelcome dump of snow, Saturday wasn't a great day for Winnipeg cyclists or walkers. But that didn't stop them from packing an open house at The Forks to get the lay of the land on the city's proposed bike and sidewalk strategies. Visitors to the Manitoba Theatre for Young People were asked for their feedback on City of Winnipeg plans to improve safety and accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists. The Pedestrian and Cycling Strategies spring from the city's 2011 transportation master plan. It calls for continuous improvements to Winnipeg's cycling network and making walking a more attractive choice. Plans for active transportation have come a long way in a short time, said Mark Cohoe, a cycling advocate who started out with Bike to the Future. The citizens group began in 2006 and quickly gained traction, pushing for better bike routes in Winnipeg. "It's like night and day," Cohoe said Saturday at the Walk Bike Winnipeg open house, where he represented the stakeholders' committee. He's seen the budget for sidewalks and bike routes go from just $250,000 in 2006 to more than $3 million today, resulting in more people walking and riding around the city. "The number of cyclists we're seeing is a great return on investment." More and better trails for cyclists will get more people riding bikes and result in a healthier population, said Nick Humniski. The second-year medical student said he's studying what deters Winnipeggers from cycling and its health benefits. The avid cyclist said he's ridden bikes in other cities, including Vancouver. "It has amazing bike infrastructure." Its dedicated bike lanes aren't just white lines painted on the road. "They're separated from the road and safer," Humniski said. There are bike traffic signals plus a lot of people riding bikes in Vancouver, and there's safety in numbers, he said. In Winnipeg, he gets the sense cyclists feel "second-rate." Bike routes will end suddenly, for example, he said. The one he follows from the Corydon Avenue area to classes at Health Sciences Centre ends abruptly on Sherbrook Street at Notre Dame Avenue. At rush hour, he's left feeling pretty vulnerable on his bike in the high-traffic area, he said. "There's no protection," said Humniski, who has been hit by vehicles twice on his bike but was not seriously hurt. Police are happy to see more bike trails and pedestrian paths and remind both cyclists and pedestrians to look out for each other. "Entering spring, there are a lot more people out these days," said Winnipeg police spokesman Const. Jason Michalyshen. A common concern police hear is from the elderly and disabled who say they're being hit or jostled by bikes riding on sidewalks. Kids' bikes are OK but bigger bikes are supposed to be on the road, he said. "These are shared spaces," said Michalyshen. "We need to be courteous to one another and know what our responsibilities are." carol.sanders(a)freepress.mb.ca *Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition April 13, 2014 A3* ** * * * ** Also some positive coverage in the Winnipeg Sun! (just don't wade into the comments) http://www.winnipegsun.com/2014/04/12/winnipeggers-get-glimpse-of-cyclist-s…

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WFP: Advocates hail new bike lane on Sherbrook - Will separate traffic from bicycles (Apr.11'14)
by Beth McKechnie 11 Apr '14

11 Apr '14

Advocates hail new bike lane on SherbrookWill separate traffic from bicycles <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> By: Adam Wazny http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/advocates-hail-new-bike-lane-on-sher… <http://media.winnipegfreepress.com/images/800*730/5802799.jpg> Enlarge Image<http://media.winnipegfreepress.com/images/800*730/5802799.jpg> OPEN HOUSES TO TALK BICYCLING Starting Saturday, the city is holding a number of open houses to discuss pedestrian and cycling strategies. A review of draft recommendations that will shape the city's active transportation plan is scheduled, including how recent changes to the bike lane/walking trail infrastructure will co-exist with future projects. Saturday's open house goes from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Manitoba Theatre for Young People. Two separate public forums are scheduled for Tuesday (April 15); one at Manitoba Hydro Place atrium and the other at the Sinclair Park Community Centre. Both are open from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. A new bike lane appears to have Winnipeg on the right track. Earlier this week, the city announced plans to construct a new dedicated bike lane on Sherbrook Street running north from the Maryland Bridge to Cumberland Avenue. Part of this lane includes a parking-protected section for cyclists, a stretch of lane that will feature a row of parked cars serving as a physical divide between riders and traffic. The protected section of the lane, which should open to cyclists this summer, is widely considered a trial project for lanes of this kind in the city. The premise has city cycling advocates excited for what the future could hold for those interested in getting around on two wheels. 'We've been pushing for something like this, whether it's a separated cycle track or a protected bike lane, for a long time' -- Bike Winnipeg executive director Mark Cohoe "We've been pushing for something like this, whether it's a separated cycle track or a protected bike lane, for a long time," Bike Winnipeg executive director Mark Cohoe said Thursday. "We've been working with the city on Sherbrook since 2010 so we're excited to see it's coming through. "We hope this is the start of more improvements to the bike infrastructure in the city. One of the biggest fears we hear from cyclists is that fear of traffic and having to mix in between the traffic. This project will be worth the wait." The new lane will be split into three sections. The parking-protected stage will run from Wolseley Avenue to Broadway, on the right side of the one-way street. Cyclists will ride between the parked cars (which will now be 24-hour parking) and the sidewalk, with some curb bump-outs to alert motorists of the bike lane when parking. Unlike the wider bike lanes and sidewalk ramps on Pembina Highway (between Chevrier Boulevard and Plaza Drive), which continue to create confusion between cyclists and pedestrians, Winnipeg Transit users will find the new bike lane environment on Sherbrook a little easier to navigate. Bicycles will stay on the street, Cohoe said. The second section (from Broadway to Ellice Avenue) will be a wider, clearly marked lane to the left of the parked cars adjacent to traffic. Between Ellice and Cumberland avenues, the lane will slide up against the curb on the right side of the street, similar to the bike lane that runs along Maryland Street in the other direction. The city has indicated two white painted lines on the roadway will provide more navigation room for cyclists travelling along Sherbrook. "It will have a little more buffer to it, a little more space," Cohoe said. Cohoe said the existing width of Sherbrook is the biggest reason the project is going ahead, as retrofitting proper bike lanes into the current city layout on the cheap is proving to be a challenge for active transportation hopefuls. "We're going to continue to push to get a little more width in some spaces, but this is a good first step," he said. adam.wazny(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition April 11, 2014 A7

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Montreal this Summer? --> Bike lab 2014
by Anders Swanson 10 Apr '14

10 Apr '14

Hello, Passing along an opportunity to all of you local bike/pedestrian-inclined planners/engineers....some of whom may have seen Bartek and JF's respective presentations this February (or remember Marc's back in 2009). If you plan to be anywhere near La Belle Province this June - or want to - you may want to have a look at this info on Bike Lab Montreal 2014: http://www.velo.qc.ca/en/event/bikelabmtl-home A trip to Canada/Quebec's most beautiful, exciting and bike-friendly city is never wasted - no matter your reason - but especially with the chance to learn from the pioneers, experience the Tour de L'Ile first-hand and meet all kinds of people as you take part in an intensive 2-day design workshop. Cheers, Anders

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AT webinar: Public Health Benefits of AT, Wed, Apr 16, 2-3pm, EcoCentre
by Beth McKechnie 10 Apr '14

10 Apr '14

Green Action Centre and Bike Winnipeg invite you to join us for a local viewing of the following APBP webinar at the EcoCentre (3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave). This will be followed by group discussion of local applications. Description provided below. RSVPs appreciated but not necessary. Hope to see you then! cheers, Beth (204) 925-3772 ** * * * ** *Public Health Benefits of Active Transportation* *Wednesday, April 16, 2014 | 2:00-3:00 pm Central* Active transportation creates important opportunities for routine physical activity. Effective collaboration between public health and active transportation can strengthen projects with better results for all residents, including children, senior citizens, people with disabilities, and low-income families. By understanding the impact of different types of interventions on the behavior of drivers and pedestrians, transportation professionals can create and construct designs that meet community goals. This webinar looks at case studies in Charlotte, N.C. and Columbia, Missouri, where changes to the streetscape were studied for their effects on physical activity and social interactions. The interventions include replacing a pedestrian bridge with an at-grade, signalized crossing; and modifying the streetscape and street profile with landscaping, narrower driving lanes and additional bike lanes. Presenters also suggest techniques for breaking down professional silos and engaging transportation, public health and research professionals in a collaborative study and design process. *Presenters:* - Ian Thomas, PhD, Board of Directors, America Walks - Dwane Jones, PhD, Director of the Center for Sustainable Development, University of the District of Columbia

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WFP: City studying more sidewalk clearing around schools (Apr.9'14)
by Beth McKechnie 09 Apr '14

09 Apr '14

City studying more sidewalk clearing around schools <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> By: Nick Martin http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/city-studying-more-sidewalk-clearing… The city could clear every sidewalk around every school in Winnipeg right after a snowfall next winter. But it will require city council to approve a major policy change at a significant but unknown cost this summer, right before October's municipal election. "We'd be looking at the impact of making the sidewalks around schools priority 1 or priority 2," said Jim Berezowsky, the city's manager of street maintenance. "The expectation is they want it to be done the first day." Pembina Trails School Division raised alarms earlier this winter when the city was considering reducing snow-clearing operations on residential streets. Berezowsky said that prompted the city to re-examine its snow-clearing policies, particularly on sidewalks around school properties. The city has three priority levels for sidewalks, he said. Depending on how major the roadway in front of a school, the front-entrance sidewalk and school-bus loading zone would currently be cleared in the first or second wave of operations. But most schools have the vast majority of their property, including school fields, along residential side streets, and those sidewalks along school property have been a third-level priority. That could change next winter, but it would mean buying more sidewalk snow-clearing machines and hiring people to operate them, Berezowsky said. He said the city clears sidewalks after five centimetres of snowfall. "It's going to be an increased cost to the city. As a policy decision, it would still have to go to council" after staff finishes their study and report back sometime this summer. It's a matter of safety, Berezowsky said. Most families drive their kids to school, but they'd let them off earlier if the kids could walk safely the rest of the way, he said. "It's because of the amount of traffic that picks up and drops off kids. They want to be able to drop them off farther away." He wrote Pembina Trails school board chairman David Johnson the city's decision will be announced in August. Berezowsky replied to the division's letter to Mayor Sam Katz "regarding priority concerns of snow clearing in and around schools within the Pembina Trails School Division. Previous discussions with school divisions appeared to be centred solely around residential streets for the priority enhancements during winter months," Berezowsky said. "Sidewalks never appeared to be a consideration during those previous talks. We will definitely analyze sidewalk clearing in conjunction with the street-service priority given in the winter months to the various schools. "I will provide you with an update in August 2014 on the status of sidewalks as they pertain to the winter enhanced service in and around schools," he wrote. Pembina Trails superintendent Ted Fransen was delighted. "We're very pleased to hear the city is taking our concerns seriously," Fransen said. nick.martin(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition April 9, 2014 B1

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Active & Green: Cashengers, Got Potholes?, Commuter Challenge is Back!, Bike Blender Rental
by Beth McKechnie 09 Apr '14

09 Apr '14

Hope you enjoy the latest issue of Active & Green! Check out past issues or subscribe here <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/active-green/>. Please share widely - thanks. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.<http://us2.campaign-archive2.com/?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a183a3f55cc&id=f3af20966b…> *Looking to improve commuter options at your workplace?* Request resources<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>on cycling, carpooling, commuting surveys and tracking progress, among others. Book a presentation<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>on creating a commuter friendly workplace, greening the workplace, and more. Rent our bike-powered blender<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>for your next workplace event -- always a hit! 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Sound familiar? Try these online tools and apps to help determine a fair fare<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>. If you already carpool, how did you<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> decide on the amount? *Open Houses - April 12 & 15 * Plan to attend one of the upcoming Open Houses<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> on walking and cycling in Winnipeg - this Saturday, April 12, or Tuesday, April 15. Come hear about the draft city-wide bicycle and pedestrian network as well as recommendations for new policies related to Active Transportation. Guaranteed to be way more interesting than it sounds! *Calling all wanna-cyclists* Looking to dust off your bike and try riding again? Maybe you're thinking about starting to cycle to work or school? Sign up for a hands-on-the-handlebars workshop with a CAN-BIKE certified instructor. Two courses are available through the Leisure Guide: City Cycling for Beginners<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>on Saturday, May 3rd, and City Cycling for Commuters<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>on Saturday, May 10th. *Commuter Challenge is back!* It's time to register your workplace<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>for the Commuter Challenge! This annual friendly competition encourages you and your co-workers to walk, run, cycle, bus, carpool, paddle, in-line skate or skateboard to work. Sign up for fun, for your health, for the environment -- not to mention a chance to win some amazing prizes. *Got potholes? * Explore some creative uses for potholes in this fun series of photographs<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…> from around North America. *Open call: Jane's Walk 2014* Do you have an idea for a fun, informative, unusual way of looking at your city and neighbourhood? Jane's Walk<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>wants you to organize a walk in your community! *Winter is back (just kidding)* If you missed the International Winter Cycling Congress in February, don't fret. Check out the video<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a1…>, conference photos<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…> and presentations<http://greenactioncentre.us2.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=af15a2f9f91ef9a…>from this Winnipeg event. 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Vote The WRENCH
by Rivers West 08 Apr '14

08 Apr '14

Hi everyone, The WRENCH has been nominated for the MTS Future First Community Grant. Help them win $ 10,000 by voting now! http://www.mts.ca/mts/future+first/grants#poll Have a good day! -- *Sylvie Fouasse* Rivers West info(a)riverswest.ca (204) 925-2320 ext 108

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Fwd: Call for Nominations: Energy Efficiency or Active / Sustainable Transportation Behavior Change Case Studies (for peer-selection by Tools of Change Landmark panels)
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 08 Apr '14

08 Apr '14

FYI: Tools of Change is soliciting nominations for its 2014 *Landmark* behavior change case studies in two topic areas - (1) home / building energy conservation and (2) sustainable transportation. If you know of anyone working on a particularly effective or innovative approach for changing energy or transportation behaviors, please consider nominating them - or yourself. All nominations must include measured impact results. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Jay Kassirer <kassirer(a)toolsofchange.com> Date: 1 April 2014 08:29 Subject: Call for Nominations: Energy Efficiency or Active / Sustainable Transportation Behavior Change Case Studies (for peer-selection by Tools of Change Landmark panels) To: asrts(a)greenactioncentre.ca Having trouble viewing this email? 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Our social marketing website was awarded the Society of Environmental Journalists' highest rating as an information source for environmental journalists, and is recognized by the Infography as one of six superlative references on social marketing. We also host a wide range of webinars on health, environment and safety issues. More about us<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001uQTNpmC1GtWBhPSHFkozpDeNgwnq_jNXwXlRKHbsJGx-…> * For immediate Release - March 31,** 2014* *Dear Jackie,* *For Immediate Release. MS Word copies of media release and backgrounder are at *www.toolsofchange.com/en/landmark/<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001uQTNpmC1GtXXbOcWov5auXNnQ-E0pVZTDSpRjkvnTDuL…> Tools of Change is soliciting nominations for its 2014 *Landmark* behavior change case studies in two topic areas - (1) home / building energy conservation and (2) sustainable transportation. If you know of anyone working on a particularly effective or innovative approach for changing energy or transportation behaviors, please consider nominating them - or yourself. All nominations must include measured impact results. Designation as a "*Landmark*" (best practice) case study through this peer selection process recognizes behavior change programs and approaches considered to be among the most successful, innovative, replicable and adaptable in the world. Designated programs gain exposure, credibility and free, on-line program case study materials, which may make it easier for them to attract clients and maintain or increase program funding. Nominations are screened by Tools of Change staff and then the most promising are rated by peer selection panels based on a standard scoring grid. Designated programs are highlighted in our webinars, the webinar transcripts and video recordings, and written case studies. Program organizers get a *Landmark* designation logo for use on websites and in electronic newsletters, providing click-through access to the program's case study materials. The nomination form, which can be downloaded from www.toolsofchange.com/en/landmark/<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001uQTNpmC1GtXXbOcWov5auXNnQ-E0pVZTDSpRjkvnTDuL…>, must be submitted by May 30, 2014. Designations will be announced by October 2014, and case study webinars will be presented between January and May 2015. To view *Landmark* case studies designated in past years, go to www.toolsofchange.com/en/landmark/<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001uQTNpmC1GtXXbOcWov5auXNnQ-E0pVZTDSpRjkvnTDuL…> Help us spread the news. If you know of others who might be interested, forward this to them. If you are a media writer or editor, tell this story. 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The *Tools of Change* website, sections of which are based on a workbook co-authored by Jay Kassirer and Doug McKenzie-Mohr, currently hosts about 130 full-length case studies. An impact evaluation of site users found that most returned to the site many times, had improved their programs as a result, and had used the site to help explain and justify their ideas to colleagues and decision makers. Many had replicated ideas found on the site. The website was awarded the Society of Environmental Journalists' highest rating as an information source for environmental journalists, and was recognized by the Infography as one of six superlative references on social marketing. *Recent Landmark Designations * The following are some recent examples of programs that have been designated. Home / Building Energy: - *Class 5 Energy*'s comprehensive, long-term approach combines education, training, behavior change and goal setting with progress tracking, recognition, continuous improvement and social media, to reduce energy use in schools, hospitals and other institutional settings. Over eight years in the program, Cambridge-Isanti Public School district reduced energy use per person by about 36% and saved $2.6 million in energy costs. Designated in 2013. - *City of Burlington's Ice Rink Competition* employs a low-cost community-based social marketing approach to significantly reduce energy consumption, associated greenhouse gases and energy costs. With a program return on investment of more than 96%, it shows the substantive impacts that behavioral change programs can have over and above retrofits. The results are based on actual utility bills. The approach is applicable to any high energy consuming asset (facilities and buildings, vehicle fleet) and is scalable. It successfully modified entrenched, long standing staff behaviour towards the desired energy conservation behaviors, improved facility performance, and extended equipment life cycle - all without sacrificing facility service levels and user satisfaction. Designated in 2013. - *Opower* helps individual utility companies to send customized home energy use feedback reports to their residential utility customers. The full-colour reports include a comparison with other similar households, offer tips and strategies to reduce energy use, and provide seasonal energy consumption information. The program delivered 400 GWh (400,000,000 kWh) in energy savings over multiple regions in 2011. - BC Hydro's* Power Smart* program is a great example of applying the "loyalty group" approach to progressively engage participants in changing behaviours. Energy savings for FY2010 were estimated at 5.15 GWh (5,150,000 KWh) Sustainable Transportation - *Stockholm's Congestion Pricing* was introduced in 2006 as a "trial", followed by a referendum. The charges reduced traffic across the cordon by 20%, leading to huge congestion reductions all over the city. Perhaps more surprisingly, the initially hostile opinion turned, and the referendum led to permanent reintroduction of congestion charges. The traffic effects have proved persistent in the years since. Designated in 2013. - *CAC's HSBC Clean Air Achievers *program provides youth with a chance to meet high profile athletes and be inspired by personal messages to adopt healthier, more active and sustainable lifestyles. The program has dual goals of reducing air pollution and increasing physical activity levels via active transportation. For the 2011-2012 school year, program participants had a 30.6% average percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and 45.2% average percent increase in active transportation. Designated in 2013. - *Haliburton Communities in Action* is a rare, well-documented model for promoting walking and cycling in a small or rural community. Designated in 2012. - *Portland's Smart Trips Welcome Program.* Portland has refocused its Individualized Marketing efforts and incorporated an innovative and targeted communication strategy to help new residents develop environmentally-friendly and active transportation habits. As a result, the city's new residents took 10% fewer drive-alone trips and the proportion of their trips taken by green and active methods increased by 14%. This comprehensive approach includes a strong evaluation design and targeted social marketing strategies. Designated in 2012. - *Stepping It Up*, led by the regional transportation authority Metrolinx, illustrates a coordinated, highly replicable, and institutionalized approach for reducing car traffic and increase walking and cycling to school. The program worked with 30 elementary schools in the City of Hamilton and Region of Peel, Ontario. Designated in 2012. - *BIXI Bicycle Sharing*(Montreal) is a great example of how to make urban cycling a more practical and attractive transportation option. BIXI makes it convenient for commuters to cycle rather than drive, especially for frequent, short trips. The system was specifically developed to augment Montreal's existing transit system and between 2009 and 2013 Montrealers made more than 13 million trips with BIXI. It is a turn-key service that is inexpensive and replicable across many countries and cultures. In addition, by making cycling more chic and attractive, BIXI has had a major impact on cycling in North America. 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ITDP's Principles of Urban Development
by Beth McKechnie 08 Apr '14

08 Apr '14

TOD Standard The Institute for Transportation and Development Policy has released a report that outlines core principles of urban design, including those that create pedestrian and cycling networks and strong customer bases for public transportation. http://www.trb.org/main/blurbs/170522.aspx ITDP's Principles of Urban Development for transport in urban life: 1. [walk] Develop neighborhoods that promote walking 2. [cycle] Prioritize non-motorized transport networks 3. [connect] Create dense networks of streets and paths 4. [transit] Locate development near high-quality public transport 5. [mix] Plan for mixed use 6. [densify] Optimize density and transit capacity 7. [compact] Create regions with short commutes 8. [shift] Increase mobility by regulating parking and road us

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Your Brain on Bicycling
by Dave Elmore 04 Apr '14

04 Apr '14

http://www.bicycling.com/training-nutrition/training-fitness/your-brain-bicy cling?cm_mmc=Twitter-_-Bicycling-_-Content-Story-_-yourbrain Your Brain on Bicycling It's no secret that cycling makes you fitter. It also sharpens your thinking and melts away stress. Now researchers are discovering why-and exactly how you can maximize the cognitive benefits of a good ride. Every morning Canadian neuroscientist Brian Christie, PhD, gives his brain <http://www.bicycling.com/training-nutrition/training-fitness/mental-trainin g-cyclists> an extra boost. We're not talking about tossing back multiple strong shots of espresso <http://www.bicycling.com/training-nutrition/nutrition-weight-loss/caffeine- alert> or playing one of those mind-training games advertised all over Facebook. "I hop on my bike, go to the gym <http://www.bicycling.com/training-nutrition/training-fitness/gym-etiquette> for 45 minutes, then ride the rest of the way to work," says Christie. "When I get to my desk, my brain is at peak activity for a few hours." After his mental focus sputters to a halt later in the day, he jump-starts it with another short spin to run errands. Ride, work, ride, repeat. It's a scientifically proven system. In a recent study in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, scientists found that people scored higher on tests of memory, reasoning, and planning after 30 minutes of spinning on a stationary bike than they did before they rode. They also completed the tests faster after pedaling. Grow Your Mind Exercise is like fertilizer for your brain. All those hours spent turning your cranks create rich capillary beds not only in your quads and glutes, but also in your gray matter. More blood vessels in your brain and muscles mean more oxygen and nutrients to help them work, says Christie. When you pedal, you also force more nerve cells to fire. As these neurons light up, they intensify the creation of proteins like brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and a compound called noggin (yes, really), which promote the formation of new brain cells. The result: You double or triple the production of neurons-literally building your brain, says Christie. You also release neurotransmitters (the messengers between your brain cells) so all those cells, new and old, can communicate with each other for better, faster functioning. This kind of growth is especially important with each passing birthday, because as we age, our brains shrink and those connections weaken. Exercise restores and protects the organ, says Arthur Kramer, PhD, a neuroscientist at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. "Our research finds that after only three months, people who exercised had the brain volume of those three years younger," says Kramer, referring to a study that examined the brains of 59 sedentary volunteers between the ages of 60 and 79 who either did an exercise program or were inactive for six months. A bigger, more connected brain simply works better. "Adults who exercise display sharper memory skills, higher concentration levels, more fluid thinking, and greater problem-solving ability than those who are sedentary," says Kramer. Ride Your Way Smarter So if a little exercise boosts your mental acumen, will going longer and harder earn you Mensa membership? Not so much, says Christie. More isn't always better, especially in the short term, he says. The same study that reported brain benefits from a short exercise session also revealed that more intense efforts can temporarily compromise memory and information processing, something Christie has seen firsthand. It's clear that physical activity like cycling boosts production of feel-good chemicals such as serotonin and dopamine. Christie's teenage daughter also kicks off her day with exercise-specifically rowing practice, usually with searing interval sets. But instead of leaving her brain firing on all cylinders, the workout leaves her a little stalled out when she arrives at school. "Short term, you're on a U-shaped curve for exercise and mental benefits," says Christie. "Too little and your brain doesn't get what it needs to work optimally. Too much and your body has sapped the glucose and other resources it needs, so it's hindered until it recovers." The sweet spot for sharp mental acuity right after exercise is about 30 to 60 minutes of aerobic riding at roughly 75 percent of your maximum heart rate, or an effort of 7 on a scale of 1 (standing still) to 10 (going all out). Positive Spin Of course, there's a lot more to mental fitness than just improving your smarts. Plenty of science backs the idea that a good ride can also have emotional benefits. Cycling can elevate your mood, relieve anxiety, increase stress resistance, and even banish the blues. "Exercise works as well as psychotherapy and antidepressants in the treatment of depression, maybe better," says James Blumenthal, PhD, professor of behavioral medicine in the department of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. A recent study analyzing 26 years of research finds that even just some exercise-as little as 20 to 30 minutes a day-can prevent depression over the long term. At the moment, scientists don't completely understand the exact mechanisms, but they do know that physical activity like cycling boosts the production of feel-good chemicals such as serotonin and dopamine. "As soon as our lab rats start running on their wheels, they get a 100 to 200 percent increase in serotonin levels," says J. David Glass, PhD, a brain-chemistry researcher at Kent State University in Kent, Ohio. As you pedal past the 20-to 30-minute mark, other mood-lifting chemicals like endorphins and cannabinoids (which, as the name suggests, are in the same family of chemicals that give pot smokers their high) kick in. When researchers asked 24 men to either run or pedal at a moderate intensity or sit for about 50 minutes, they found high blood levels of anandamide, a natural cannabinoid, in the exercisers, but not in sedentary volunteers. Even better, regularly riding your bike helps keep hormones like adrenaline and cortisol in check, which means you'll feel less stressed and you'll bounce back from anxiety-filled situations more easily. The sweet spot for sharpening mental acuity right after exercise is about 30 to 60 minutes of aerobic riding at roughly 75 percent of your maximum heart rate. Remember: Although it's healthy, exercise itself is a stress, especially when you're just getting started or back into riding. When you first begin to exert yourself, your body releases cortisol to raise your heart rate, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels, says Monika Fleshner, PhD, a professor of integrative physiology at the University of Colorado at Boulder. As you get fitter, it takes a longer, harder ride to trigger that same response. "For people who are active, it takes a greater crisis to trigger the cortisol response as compared with sedentary people," says Fleshner. "So now you can go into a stressful environment and be okay. You can endure a lot more before you kick off a stress response." What's the cycling prescription for happiness? The authors of a recent review study on exercise and depression came up with the following guidelines to ward off the blues with aerobic exercise: Do three to five sessions a week. Each session should be 45 to 60 minutes long and keep your heart rate between 50 and 85 percent of your max. Of course, that's just a minimum recommendation aimed at the general public. You can go ahead and ride to your heart's-and mind's-content.

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WFP: Fielding's rapid transit stance on wrong track (Apr.4'14)
by Beth McKechnie 04 Apr '14

04 Apr '14

Fielding's rapid-transit stance on wrong track By: Bartley Kives http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/fieldings-rapid-transit-stance-on-wr… In a mayoral race in which six out of eight potential candidates can be safely described as right of centre, it makes sense for Scott Fielding to try to stand out from the field. The two-term councillor for St. James-Brooklands is positioning himself to be the populist fiscal conservative among a crew of fellow conservatives that either have more elitist trappings or lean closer to the centre. Fielding is no lunch-bucket-carrying everyman. He's a former pharmaceutical sales rep who has interests in a pair of businesses and lives in upper-middle-class Linden Woods. But Scott Fielding's voting record and political philosophy can safely be described as neo-libertarian, even if that's a word he'd never use to describe someone who's in small government and would prefer to see the market provide solutions to public-policy problems. Last week, Fielding was doing his best to prove his populist cred by campaigning against the extension of the Southwest Transitway, the city's first dedicated bus corridor. The 3.6-kilometre first phase of the transitway was completed in 2012 at a cost of $138 million. A seven-kilometre extension to the University of Manitoba comes with a $600-million price tag because it's packaged with two other Fort Garry projects -- a new Jubilee underpass and the Cockburn-Calrossie drain replacement. Fielding, who has never supported rapid transit, launched an online petition that attempts to mine the same anti-elitist sentiment directed against megaprojects such as the Canadian Museum for Human Rights and Investors Group Field. Fielding wants prospective rapid-transit funding to be spent on road repairs instead and urged Winnipeggers to tell "the politicians, insiders at city hall that we need to address infrastructure, make that our No. 1 priority." As far as campaign strategy goes, it's not a bad gambit to gain attention. Mayor Sam Katz, who may or may not be running again, oversaw the construction of the transitway's first phase despite his well-documented ambivalence to rapid transit. Lawyers Gord Steeves and Brian Bowman, who most likely will run, can be painted as members of the political elite by the mere nature of their profession. Only Charleswood-Tuxedo Coun. Paula Havixbeck is also playing the populist card, though she's also courting union support for her potential mayoral run. Fielding's anti-rapid-transit position, however, runs the risk of driving away potential supporters across the political spectrum who may have seen him as a safe place to park their votes. Although he only garnered support of six per cent of Winnipeggers in the two mayoral-race polls to date, Fielding has room to grow because he has been strong on ethical reform at city hall and chose to break ranks with Katz. His rapid-transit hate-on, however, is a bad move in the long run, as the roads-not-transit argument fails to stand up to logical scrutiny. Winnipeg suffers from inadequate infrastructure because it's too spread out. The lack of density in this city requires too much money to be shovelled into road, sewer and water-main maintenance. And as any student of Winnipeg's recent history can tell you, one of the main contributors to this lack of density is the absence of a rapid-transit network. Winnipeg began pondering rapid transit in the 1950s and '60s, around the same time Toronto and Montreal started building subways. Decades of dithering allowed Winnipeg to be lapped by Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary and Ottawa, which pursued various permutations of light rail, subways and dedicated bus corridors. Development along transit lines and transit-station nodes has improved density in all of these cities. But Winnipeg kept on building roads and focusing on single-family-home development, with disastrous results. This city has started to improve density through modest means, such as insisting on smaller lot sizes for single-family homes and demanding more multi-family housing in new suburbs. But we are desperate for more rapid transit to promote real density. Without mass transit, you cannot build up instead of out. And if you build out instead of up, you cannot afford your roads. What Fielding is promoting spells disaster for Winnipeg. He's selling the promise of better roads when in fact the best way to do so would be to invest in transit. Fielding's ethics are unimpeachable. He is polite and appears popular with the constituents in his ward. But Winnipeg has waited too long for not just the Southwest Transitway, but a full network of transit corridors to endure another rapid-transit debate. Six decades is long enough. bartley.kives(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition April 4, 2014 B1

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The Uniter: Breaking down barricades
by Beth McKechnie 03 Apr '14

03 Apr '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Terry Zdan <tjzdan50(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, 3 Apr 2014 10:18:07 -0500 Subject: The U of W Uniter - Breaking Down Barricades http://uniter.ca/view/breaking-down-barricades "I replaced driving with a ten-minute walking commute. The psychological differences between driving through an environment and physically interacting with it on the ground cannot be understated. I now walk downtown with the familiarity everyone else has with their own cul-de-sacs. The normalization of this type of interaction with the city on a daily basis gives you a different appreciation of not only its buildings and its people, but also what it sorely lacks: people living there...." "And herein lies the toxic heart of how urban Winnipeg is approached: for serving the suburban population. And for the suburban population there must be suburban entities. Maybe we knew that already, but in exiling myself from suburban life, it took on a new level of understanding. It sunk in...." -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com>

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Doctors prescribing bike-share memberships to combat obesity
by Beth McKechnie 03 Apr '14

03 Apr '14

Doctors prescribing bike-share memberships to combat obesity *by *Lauren O'Neil<http://www.cbc.ca/newsblogs/yourcommunity/author/lauren-oneil/> Posted: April 2, 2014 5:57 PM Last Updated: April 2, 2014 5:31 PM http://www.cbc.ca/newsblogs/yourcommunity/2014/04/doctors-prescribing-bike-… Doctors in Boston will soon have a new tool in their arsenal when it comes to improving the health of obese patients: the humble, yet powerful bicycle. In an effort to get sedentary Bostonians moving more, as well as provide affordable transportation for low-income residents, The City of Boston and the Boston Medical Center (BMC) have partnered together in creation of program they're calling "Prescribe-a-Bike." The program, launched today, allows all BMC medical professionals to write prescriptions for memberships to a local bike-sharing program called Hubway<https://www.thehubway.com/>, which currently boasts 1,100 bikes at 130 locations around the city. Much like Canada's own Bixi system<http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/bye-bye-bixi-retooled-bike-sharing-se…>, Hubway users can borrow a bike from any location and then drop it off at another, providing themselves a convenient and healthy way to get around. Qualified low-income patients will pay only $5 for an annual membership to the program, which entitles them to an unlimited number of trips on Hubway bikes for up to 30 minutes at a time. They'll also receive a free helmet, according to the Boston mayor's office. "Obesity is a significant and growing health concern for our city, particularly among low-income Boston residents," said Kate Walsh, chief executive of Boston Medical Center, in a statement published by the Boston Globe<http://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2014/03/27/new-program-will-allow-boston-m…>. "Regular exercise is key to combating this trend, and Prescribe-a-Bike is one important way our caregivers can help patients get the exercise they need to be healthy." To qualify for a prescription, patients must be 16 years or older either have a household income of no more than 4 times the poverty level or be enrolled in some form of public assistance according to the statement. The program's creators hope to enroll at least 1,000 low-income residents in Prescribe-a-Bike this year, and potentially expand to include more hospitals. "We have already received some calls from other hospitals and health clinics who are interested," said Nicole Freedman, director of bicycle programs for the City of Boston, to Boston Magazine<http://www.bostonmagazine.com/health/blog/2014/03/26/prescribe-bike-bmc-bos…>. "It's a new way to reach out and promote health."

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Job posting - Peg City Car Co-op
by Beth McKechnie 27 Mar '14

27 Mar '14

[please share widely -- thanks!] * Peg City Car Co-op Seeks Fleet Operations Assistant* Are you a reliable self-starter who cares about sustainable transportation? Are you excited to see carsharing grow in Winnipeg? Peg City Car Co-op is busy expanding into more neighbourhoods in central Winnipeg. To help with our growing network of carshare vehicles, we need a dependable person who gets carsharing and how it works. Someone who understands the individual, environmental and community benefits of "Bike. Walk. Bus. And Sometimes, Drive." Check out all of the details here<http://pegcitycarcoop.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Peg-City-Car-Co-op-Flee…> . Deadline to apply: 7pm, Friday, April 11th

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If only the Osborne Underpass could look like this..
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 27 Mar '14

27 Mar '14

http://www.ledevoir.com/opinion/blogues/le-blogue-urbain/403612/ca-roule-po… -- *Jackie Avent* | Active and Safe Routes to School Green Action Centre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/> 3rd floor, 303 Portage Avenue* | *(204) 925-3773 *|* Find us here<http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> Green Action Centre is your non-profit hub for greener living. Support our work by becoming a member<http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/>

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12 ways to make cities more child-friendly
by Beth McKechnie 26 Mar '14

26 Mar '14

12 ways to make cities more child-friendly MARCH 3, 2014<http://spacing.ca/national/2014/03/03/twelve-ways-can-make-cities-child-fri…> | BY CHRIS BRUNTLETT <http://spacing.ca/national/author/chrisbruntlett/> For far too long, many people have considered family life and urban life as being mutually exclusive. That trend is slowly reversing, as more and more parents choose to raise their kids in urban areas. However, city builders often fail to consider their smallest, most vulnerable users. As Enrique Peñalosa famously said: ""Children are a kind of indicator species. If we can build a successful city for children, we will have a successful city for all people." The following slideshow describes twelve ways we can make our cities more amenable to kids. These are by no means a comprehensive list, but are designed as a conversation starter. http://spacing.ca/national/2014/03/03/twelve-ways-can-make-cities-child-fri…

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Winnipeg's first parking protected bike lane
by Beth McKechnie 24 Mar '14

24 Mar '14

Very exciting! See below that the City will be building our first ever parking protected bicycle lane on Sherbrook between Wolseley and Broadway... ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: The West Broadway BIZ <director(a)westbroadwaybiz.com> Date: Mon, Mar 24, 2014 at 1:06 PM Subject: BIZ Buzz - March 2014 Trouble viewing this email? Read it online<http://secure.campaigner.com/Campaigner/Public/t.show?6ga52--3i85e-p50j5e3&…> THE BIZ BUZZ E-NEWSLETTER MARCH 2014 * HAPPY SPRING!* Although it has not quite sprung yet, it is hopefully just around the corner! As the snow melts, please let us know if you see any damage to bike racks, planters or benches in front of your business or in the area. Village Landscaping has been contracted once again to do our flower planters and hanging baskets, it will be so nice to see some colour and greenery again! Watch for the new community directory coming out next month. They will be delivered to every business and household in West Broadway and Wolseley. Thank you to all those supporting members who have placed an ad in the magazine! Please contact us <director(a)westbroadwaybiz.com?subject=directory>to request a stack and counter top holder for your business. <http://trk.cp20.com/Tracking/t.c?6ga52-cgjgz-p50j5e5&_v=2> City's 1st Parking Protected Bike Lane! <http://trk.cp20.com/Tracking/t.c?6ga52-cgjh0-p50j5e2&_v=2> We are very pleased to announce the City will be completing the Maryland - Sherbrook cycling corridor this summer, the much anticipated dedicated bike lane for Sherbrook Street will be completed this year. Public Works has decided to construct the City's first Parking Protected Bike Lane between Wolseley and Broadway! This street work will be tied into the road resurfacing of Sherbrook Street this summer. For more details, or to review the conceptual design go to: Walkbike.winnipeg.ca<http://trk.cp20.com/Tracking/t.c?6ga52-cgjh1-p50j5e3&_v=2> We are taking requests for new bike rack installation for this summer, so please let us know if you are in need of one. <http://trk.cp20.com/Tracking/t.c?6ga52-cgjh2-p50j5e4&_v=2> *Fefu and Her Friends * by Maria Irene Fornes Directed by Hope McIntyre Featuring: Elena Anciro, Julia Arkos, Nan Fewchuk, Megan McArton, Brenda McLean, Tracey Nepinak, Tracy Penner and Kelci Stephenson May 22nd- June 1st, 2014 Ralph Connor House - 54 West Gate Tickets: $15 / $20 Group rates are available for community groups! For more information and to purchase tickets please visit our website at www.sarasvati.ca <http://trk.cp20.com/Tracking/t.c?6ga52-cgjh3-p50j5e5&_v=2>or call (204) 586-2236. <http://trk.cp20.com/Tracking/t.c?6ga52-cgjh4-p50j5e6&_v=2> We are pleased to report streetscaping initiatives from the masterplan document are well underway. Up next, new banners, community kiosks, tree infill and gateway enhancements. It's an exciting time in West Broadway! Any questions or concerns, please send us an email<director(a)westbroadwaybiz.com>or give us a call at 204-779-4100. www.westbroadwaybiz.com<http://trk.cp20.com/Tracking/t.c?6ga52-cgjh5-p50j5e7&_v=2> *CHECK OUT OUR NEW GRANT * If you are considering making some improvements to your business exterior, there has never been a better time! We are now offering our members two tiers of funding plus we have added a design component! Download the brochure! <http://trk.cp20.com/Tracking/t.c?6ga52-cgjh6-p50j5e8&_v=2> * MHC FOUNDATION UPCOMING SPRING EVENTS: <http://trk.cp20.com/Tracking/t.c?6ga52-cgjh7-p50j5e9&_v=2> * *"Jubilation! Hope Lives! Jubilation! L'Espoir Vie!* Afternoon Concert & Desserts *Sunday, April 27, 2014* Join us for an inspiring afternoon in the beautiful St. Boniface Cathedral, as we celebrate spring with the joyful music of worldwide Christian singer *Christine D.M. Wollmann* Proceeds from the event will support Misericordia Health Centre Foundation. Mingle afterwards with desserts and light refreshments sponsored by local French restaurant Resto Gare Call (204) 788-8469 for tickets * Black Tie Bingo Gala *Presented by Medigas Mb Ltd. Saturday, May 3, 2014 RBC Convention Centre Please email vmirosh(a)misericordia.mb.ca<vmirosh(a)misericordia.mb.ca?subject=black%20tie%20bingo> or call (204) 788-8469 for details * WOULD YOUR BUSINESS LIKE TO BE INVOLVED IN A SHORT VIDEO PRODUCTION?* <http://trk.cp20.com/Tracking/t.c?6ga52-cgjh8-p50j5e0&_v=2><http://trk.cp20.com/Tracking/t.c?6ga52-cgjh9-p50j5e1&_v=2> The Marketing Committee is interested in partnering to create more short videos promoting West Broadway businesses, programs and events. Digital Marketing is an innovative and affordable way to deliver meaningful engagement, and market your business. Sharing these videos on websites and social media are great ways to find new customers and promote your brand. Contact us <director(a)westbroadwaybiz.com?subject=digital%20marketing> if you would like to participate! * <http://trk.cp20.com/Tracking/t.c?6ga52-cgjha-p50j5e1&_v=2> * West Broadway BIZ PO Box 26003 676 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3G 3R3 p 204-779-4100 e director(a)westbroadwaybiz.com You are subscribed to this mailing list as beth(a)pegcitycarcoop.ca. Please click here <http://trk.cp20.com/Tracking/t.fo?6ga52--cbw5-p50j5e6&sl=3b&t=5&_v=2>to modify your message preferences or to unsubscribe from any future mailings. We will respect all unsubscribe requests. ------------------------------ <http://www.campaigner.com/?utm_source=campaigner&utm_medium=email&utm_campa…>

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Reminder: Travel Behaviour Change workshop, Wed. March 26, 1:00-4:30pm
by Beth McKechnie 24 Mar '14

24 Mar '14

Friendly reminder about a Green Action Centre workshop happening this Wednesday afternoon at the EcoCentre. RSVP is required, all are welcome! Two spots still open. cheers, Beth * * * * * III: TRAVEL BEHAVIOUR CHANGE *Wednesday, March 26, 1:00-4:30pm* Human behaviour can seem inexplicable. Sometimes it's a head-scratcher as to why people don't switch to healthier and greener ways to get to work when it is clearly to their benefit. In this half-day workshop, we will explore the many facets of behaviour change from a social marketing, transition and systems perspective. Walk away with strategies you can apply to support your colleagues and create a more commuter friendly and active workplace. *Register today:* Email Beth McKechnie <beth(a)greenactioncentre.ca> or call (204) 925-3772.

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