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Canada Missing the Boat on Bicycle Tourism
by Anders Swanson 27 Jul '14

27 Jul '14

Interesting Sunday reading; http://www.cbc.ca/m/news/#!/content/1.2717129/ [Anecdotal remarks. All around us, we can see harbingers of what is coming in future - which we can capitalize on or hinder, depending on our approach. Consider the new bike rental store up at the Forks. Consider the Fringe bringing a boost in the number of people walking and cycling downtown - already filling every bike rack in sight. Consider the importance of good signage and infrastructure for to those people -especially all the out-of-towners who either already chose to come here or who would - and consider what would happen if all folks knew that a week at the fringe meant a week cycling between venues and exploring the city. Consider the fact that in their closing remarks, one particular group of Columbian performance artists performing at the fringe mentioned "exploring Winnipeg by bicycle" as the main thing they would miss. Consider the potential of bicycle tourism as a social lubricant for just that one event and multiply that by every comic convention, Canada Day concert, football game, local street festival, German who wants to visit Canada and see both prairies and boreal forest, Winnipegger/Grandparent who wants their children (and esp. their children's children) to choose to visit Winnipeg on summer break... or perhaps just you and your family on any plain-old beautiful Sunday afternoon choosing to invest in an a locally-made ice cream cone instead of Netflix. Ironically, perhaps, even CBC inadvertantly underestimates the potential: there is one typo in the article; the figure for the money spent annually in Europe should read 64 billion, with a 'B', not million. See: http://www.eurovelo.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Economic-Benefits-of-Cyc… In short, we would be very wise to do better. Someone else tell Travel Manitoba and Tourism Winnipeg and the respective roads departments. I have been a "professional bike tourist" for so long lately, perhaps i am biased. -Anders]

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Bicycle Safer Journey resource (FWHA)
by Beth McKechnie 24 Jul '14

24 Jul '14

FHWA releases Bicycle Safer Journey The Federal Highway Administration released Bicycle Safer Journey, a new tool to educate teens and children about safe bicycling behaviors. Bicycle Safer Journey is a free, online education tool designed to help educators, parents, and others who care about bicycle safety to get the conversation started with children and youth. The modules provide the information and education needed to help children and teens become safer bicyclists. The resource consists of three videos — one for each of three age groups: 5-9, 10-14, and 15-18 — accompanied by a quiz or discussion and an educator’s resource library. The tool can be used as an introduction to bicycle safety skills or to augment a comprehensive curriculum. The age-appropriate videos, which are available in English and Spanish, address picking the safest places to bicycle and the importance of being alert. Bicycle Safer Journey is the second part of FHWA’s effort to better inform children and teens about safe non-motorized travel. FHWA released Pedestrian Safer Journey <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/b502bf8f42/a153a5784b/d905b42c…> in 2013 to offer similar educational tools directed toward walking. To access Bicycle Safer Journey, go to www.pedbikeinfo.org/bicyclesaferjourney <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?UNCHighwaySafetyRese/b502bf8f42/a153a5784b/f99cfc27…> .

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Helmet fashion covers
by Dave Elmore 22 Jul '14

22 Jul '14

Might not solve the helmet hair problem, but maybe the fashion issues. http://bandboxllc.com/ Thanks Dave o _ ( \ _ (X)\ /(X)

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40% adults would struggle to fix a bicycle tyre puncture
by Dave Elmore 22 Jul '14

22 Jul '14

It's from the UK but I suspect that the percentages indicated would be similar here. 82% of parents wanting cycling skills as part of the curriculum! http://www.bikebiz.com/index.php/news/read/40-adults-lack-basic-bike-mainten ance-skills/016667 40% adults would struggle to fix a bicycle tyre puncture Large swathes of the population lack basic bike maintenance skills, claims research In a survey of 4,500 adults, 41 per cent admitted a lack of basic bike maintenance skills such as puncture repair or adjusting brakes. The survey, run for Halfords, also found that 15 per cent have little cycle safety knowledge. Echoing previous reports, the survey found a good proportion - 33 per cent - believed cycling safety should be covered in schools, with over 80 per cent arguing it should be added to the National Curriculum. A third of parents (33%) claimed their children's schools do not offer Bikeability. Halfords community and CSR manager Emma Thomas said: "Our research shows there is a real knowledge gap when it comes to cycling safety and maintenance. Halfords has helped almost 45,000 children learn the basics over the past year and through in school, school holiday and community workshops we're helping as many children as possible stay safe on their bikes, but there are still too many cyclists without proper knowledge of cycling safety." Halfords colleagues taught 12,000 children from 455 stores about bike maintenance and safety at free Gear Up! workshops held in June, and 2,000 Cubs attended in-store bike workshops as part of their cyclists activity badge. In addition more than 30,000 children have taken part in Halfords free kids bike clubs, with 10,000 attending last Easter holidays - double the number on the previous year. Thomas added: "We're so proud that, since the Halfords workshops began in June, we've taught 12,000 school children about bike maintenance and safety, a key part of kids becoming confident on their bikes. Our research shows 82% of parents want cycling safety added to the National Curriculum - and the fact that thousands of children have benefited from the Gear Up! bike workshops shows how important cycling education is."

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Walk-friendly Hamilton pilots 30 km/h zone
by Beth McKechnie 22 Jul '14

22 Jul '14

Walk-friendly Hamilton pilots 30 kmh zone Posted on July 21, 2014 <http://greencommunitiescanada.org/walk-friendly-hamilton-pilots-30-kmh-zone/> <http://greencommunitiescanada.org/walk-friendly-hamilton-pilots-30-kmh-zone/> *The City of Hamilton has been designated a Silver WALK Friendly community in 2013 for its commitment to walkability and pedestrian safety. Tanya Stuart, Canada Walks Communications Facilitator, outlines some highlights from Hamilton’s application**.* *http://greencommunitiescanada.org/walk-friendly-hamilton-pilots-30-kmh-zone/ <http://greencommunitiescanada.org/walk-friendly-hamilton-pilots-30-kmh-zone/> * Hamilton has developed a city-wide plan to address the needs and interests of pedestrians – the Pedestrian Mobility Plan. The plan establishes a 20-year framework, to 2031, to provide pedestrian environments that are safe, attractive, and accessible to community institutions, employment and retail services, thereby increasing the opportunity for walking as a mode of transportation. The plan also recognizes that a commitment to and investment in active transportation improves community health and economic vitality. Hamilton is harnessing the power of social media to engage residents in active transportation. The City launched a free mobile transportation app, Travelwise, designed to get residents to where they need to go using sustainable transportation. The app provides instant access to information on getting around by transit, walking, cycling, carpooling, car share and taxi. Hamilton is also piloting a traffic calming project. A 30 kmh speed limit has been introduced in a neighbourhood of about 5,200 residents. The project will be monitored to assess its impact on pedestrians, cyclists, and the overall well-being of residents. GCC’s WALK Friendly designation recognizes municipalities for their commitment to making their communities safe, easy, and enjoyable places to walk. To participate, municipalities complete an online application <http://walkfriendly.ca/> that benchmarks where they stand on more than 200 walkability indicators. Indicators include sidewalk policies, safe crossings, attractive public places, and citizen engagement, with a particular focus on Planning and the five Es: Engineering, Education, Encouragement, Enforcement, and Evaluation. Intake is now open for the next round of WALK Friendly Ontario applications. Deadline is 30 September 2014.

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Join us for a stroll on The Loop
by Beth McKechnie 18 Jul '14

18 Jul '14

http://www.tourismwinnipeg.com/theloop

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Copenhagen's new "cycle snake"
by Patman, David 17 Jul '14

17 Jul '14

Came across this link on LinkedIn; it would be nice to see something like this here in Winnipeg one day (maybe by the U of M ;-) ) http://www.theguardian.com/cities/2014/jul/14/bike-lanes-bridge-copenhagen-… 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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AT Webinars: From Fast to Safer - Best Practices Where Road Speeds Change (Wed, July 16, 2-3, EcoCentre)
by Beth McKechnie 14 Jul '14

14 Jul '14

Green Action Centre and Bike Winnipeg invite you to join us for a local viewing of the following APBP webinar on Best Practices Where Road Speeds change. The webinar viewing takes place in the EcoCentre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> boardroom (3rd floor, 303 Portage Ave) and will be followed by group discussion of local applications. Please also note there is a PBIC (Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Centre) webinar this Thursday, July 17th, that is free. You are welcome to join me in the EcoCentre boardroom to view this webinar or register on your own <http://www.pedbikeinfo.org/training/webinars_PBIC_LC_071714.cfm> to watch it from your desk/office. Descriptions are provided below for both. RSVPs appreciated but not necessary. Hope to see you then! cheers, Beth (204) 925-3772 ** * * * ** *From Fast to Safer - Best Practices Where Road Speeds Change* <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> *APBP webinar | Wed, July 16th, 2014 | 2:00-3:00 pm* Reducing vehicle speed helps create safer roadway conditions for pedestrians and cyclists. Join this webinar to learn about the value of establishing transition zones that guide drivers to change behavior in order to slow traffic in advance of special sections of roadway. The presentation includes guidance for creating physical changes to the roadway and border. The value of gateways, roundabouts and other tools are discussed; examples of both rural and urban transitions are considered. *Presenter*: Hillary Isebrands, Safety Engineer, FHWA * * * * * *How to Create and Run Effective Advisory and Advocacy Groups* <http://greenactioncentre.ca/support/become-a-member/> *PBIC webinar | Thur, July 17th, 2014 | 1:00-2:30 pm* This webinar will explain why and how to create and run effective advisory and advocacy groups. 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. *Presenter*: Peter Lagerwey, Seattle Regional Office Director, Toole Design Group

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Please remove email address
by Dave Elmore 06 Jul '14

06 Jul '14

As I am no longer at Green Action Centre please remove the email address dave(a)greenactioncentre.ca from the mailing list. Thanks Dave o _ ( \ _ (X)\ /(X)

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Something for a Sunday morning
by Stacy Matwick 06 Jul '14

06 Jul '14

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/07/06/benefits-of-cycling_n_5530635.html Why Riding Your Bike Makes You A Better Person (According To Science) Cheers Stacy Matwick

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