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U of M Bridge - study team
by Janice Lukes 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

fyi - Feb 5th Lance (area community paper) Janice Lukes Student, teacher team study benefits of pedestrian bridge By Matt Powers Feb. 5, 2009 As someone who regularly cycles from St. Vital to the U of M campus, James Blatz has long been in favour of a pedestrian bridge linking the two. The civil engineer professor estimates a bridge would cut down his commute by 30 minutes a day. It would also reduce the demand for student parking on campus, according to Blatz and third-year student Mark Reimer, who recently conducted a study of the role such a link could play in active transportation. "What we did is looked at what the benefit would be just to the university if people decided to use that bridge instead of bringing their cars across and we were quite pleased to see that it is notable," Blatz said. By comparing the percentage of parking permit holders of students and staff living in the southwest of the city with those in the southeast, the pair discovered a noticeable difference. Within a six-kilometre radius of University Centre there were 48 more parking permit holders living in the southeast. "It suggests that with a pedestrian bridge, there would be a decrease in parking permit holders from the east side to a value closer to that of the west side of the river, where there is no travel hindrance," Reimer said. "What it would do is basically create 5% more space on the U of M campus, which is a significant amount to reduce parking by," Reimer said. Reimer also applied data obtained from a 2006 Statistics Canada study of commuting patterns, to predict that a pedestrian bridge linking St. Vital and the campus would attract 200 to 600 potential users. "The majority of these users would be students, who on average can be generalized as low income and young, both of which fall into the higher end of active transportation users," Reimer said. Blatz says the study doesn't take into account the number of users who would use the bridge to cross over to St. Vital Mall or St. Vital Park. "There is tremendous potential there. We should also be taking into consideration the possibility of a new stadium on the campus and the creation of the Bus Rapid Transit Line," Blatz said. Paul Hesse, of Winnipeg's Rapid Transit Coalition, says he sees the bridge benefiting active transportation in a number of ways. "The City has already committed to building a rapid transit line, but what we would like to see included is commuter cycling paths all the way from downtown to the U of M. A pedestrian bridge would be a key piece of that integration," Hesse said. "Secondly, it would give students the better option of walking or cycling to the university which would not only save them money, but also save the environment by reducing traffic congestion along the St. Vital Bridge," he said. Hesse is hopeful that some of the money contributed from the 2009 federal budget for infrastructure projects will be be set aside for the bridge's construction. Winnipeg City Council included $250,000 in its annual budget to study the bridge. The estimated total cost to build the bridge is $15 million. Back <javascript: history.go(-1)> Top of <http://www.canstarnews.com/page/story/the_lance/3639#top> Page

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River trail parade set for Sunday
by Beth McKechnie 30 Jan '09

30 Jan '09

Winnipeg Free Press Latest News River trail parade set for SundayAll the world loves a parade - even if it's on the longest naturally frozen river trail in the world. On Sunday at noon, "The Longest Soul Rhythm Hip Hop Pied Piper Skate Dance Party Parade in The World" begins on the river trail at The Forks and ends at Assiniboine Park. The parade will be led by a Zamboni and all the assorted equipment used to create and maintain the Assiniboine Credit Union River Trail. Music will be blasting from "Soul On Ice" DJs Hunnicutt and Co-op who will spin and play music for the full 9.34 km. Winnipeg Transit will be available at Assiniboine Park to take skaters back to The Forks for the regular transit fare. "We're billing it as the longest soul rhythm hip hop pied piper skate dance party parade in the world and we want the whole city to join us," Paul Jordan, The Forks chief operating officer, said in a press release. Assiniboine Park officials will be waiting at the end of the parade to provide hot chocolate, coffee and cookies, while supplies last. Noon: Parade leaves The Forks Historic Port 12:30 pm: Arrives at Hugo access point 1:00 pm: Arrives at Dominion access point 1:30 pm: Arrives at Bourkevale access point 2:00 pm: Arrives at Assiniboine Park

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Fw: Active Transportation - Canada: January 27, 2009
by Beth McKechnie 30 Jan '09

30 Jan '09

----- Original Message ----- From: Michael Haynes To: activetransportation(a)rogers.com Sent: Wednesday, January 28, 2009 8:52 AM Subject: Active Transportation - Canada: January 27, 2009 Active Transportation - Canada features a regular posting of news articles, studies, reports, and other items that have relevance in this field, with previous postings available in an archive. In addition, pictures of existing Active Transportation infrastructure from communities across Canada will be profiled each week. The following items have recently been posted to the Active Transportation - Canada Blog. To view in more detail, go to: http://activetransportation-canada.blogspot.com **************************************************************************************************** 1.. AT Grants - BC: Built Environment & Active Transportation Initiative 2.. Website - walkON 3.. Article - Toronto: City faces slip-and-fall lawsuits 4.. Article - Dutch Bicycle Production Increases 5.. Document - Nova Scotia’s Climate Change Action Plan 6.. Article - For cyclists, a bright solution 7.. Job Posting - Peel ON 8.. Newsletter - Victoria: Bike Walk News Vancouver Island 9.. Bicycle User Survey - US: Idaho 10.. Document - BC Cycling Budget Submission **************************************************************************************************** A reminder e-mail of new postings will be sent no more often than once per week. To continue to receive these updates, you need take no action. Should you not wish to receive updates, please return this e-mail with "Unsubscribe" in the Subject area. Interested in an AT workshop in community? For more information, please contact: Michael Haynes Director TransActive Solutions activetransportation(a)rogers.com 613.424.2803

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Job Posting! Green Leap Forward Coordinator
by Jessie Klassen 28 Jan '09

28 Jan '09

Hello All! We are hiring a coordinator for an exciting new collaborative project entitled the Green Leap Forward. The job posting is attached. Please circulate widely through your networks. The deadline for applications is Friday, January 6th. Thanks! Jessie Klassen Workplace Transportation Demand Management Resource Conservation Manitoba jessie(a)resourceconservation.mb.ca (204) 925-3772 Resource Conservation Manitoba: Living Green, Living Well Practical solutions for yourself, your community and the environment Green Commuting, Environmental Education, Reducing Waste, Composting Resource Conservation Manitoba is a registered charity. Please consider making a donation.

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River Party & Parade Sunday, February 1 2009
by Janice Lukes 27 Jan '09

27 Jan '09

* * Please pass this on to your contacts * * its official - rain? slush or snow ! join us for a 9.34 km " Longest Soul Rhythm Hip Hop Pied Piper Skate Dance Party Parade - in The World ! " CONFIRMED DATE: Sunday, February 1 2009 Timing as follows: 12pm - Parade leaves The Forks Historical Port 12:30pm - Arrives at Hugo docks 1:00pm - Arrives at Dominion access point 1:30pm - Arrives at Bourkevaile access point 2:00pm - Arrives at Assiniboine Park City of Winnipeg Transit bus will be waiting to return people to The Forks (bring your own fare) Watch for additional info here: http://www.rivertrail.ca/wp/ Janice Lukes Winnipeg Trails Coordinator Winnipeg Trails Association 202 - One Forks Market Road Winnipeg, MB R3C 4L9 Cell (204) 952-4222 Fax (204) 943-7915 jlukes(a)shaw.ca winnipegtrails.com

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Healthy Living Fund & AT mileage rates policy or norm
by Beth McKechnie 27 Jan '09

27 Jan '09

[Forwarded on behalf of Mike Tuthill, Health in Common] Greetings PACM & AT Folks! We've just been discussing some new policy for our organisation . . . has anyone had a mileage rate for on the job AT? Was it included in policy or part of an event? Has anyone heard of such a policy in place elsewhere? Also does anyone have a fund at their place of employment that covers healthy/active living expenses for employees (gym memberships, bicycle tune ups, sports fees, etc.)? Please let me know of any leads you may have, Thanks, Mike Mike Tutthill Information & Access Coordinator HEALTH in COMMON 100-6 Donald Street Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6 tel: 204.949.2002 1.800.731.1792 fax: 204.284.2404 email: mtutthill(a)healthincommon.ca web: www.healthincommon.ca +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ March E-Newsletter deadline is February 20. ü Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Walkability Roadshow Webinar - Tuesday, Feb. 3, 11am
by Jessie Klassen 27 Jan '09

27 Jan '09

Hi All, There is an interesting webinar coming up on Tuesday, February 3rd, from 11-12:30pm, the Walkability Roadshow. "The Canadian "Walkability Roadshow" is both a model for how to engage communities of all sizes in promoting walking, and a program available to Canadian communities interested in doing so. It involves a questionnaire completed my municipal staff in related departments, a needs analysis workshop, subsequent homework, site visits by international experts, the development of local pedestrian action plans, and the securing of commitments from key decision makers." "The structure of the pedestrian strategy framework is based on the International Walking Charter, adopted by the Melbourne Walk21 conference in October 2006. Communities participating in the Roadshow were audited against the Charter to assess what was being done locally to help achieve more walking, to recognize what the priorities and barriers are for future policy and investment, and to identify what external supports would assist communities to develop and implement effective local pedestrian strategies." Speaker: Jacky Kennedy, Director, Walking Programs, Green Communities Canada Please join us in the Eco-Centre boardroom at 303 Portage Ave, 3rd Floor. To register, please contact Beth McKechnie at 925-3772 or beth(a)resourceconservation.mb.ca. Hope to see you there! Jessie Klassen Workplace Transportation Demand Management Resource Conservation Manitoba jessie(a)resourceconservation.mb.ca (204) 925-3772 Resource Conservation Manitoba: Living Green, Living Well Practical solutions for yourself, your community and the environment Green Commuting, Environmental Education, Reducing Waste, Composting Resource Conservation Manitoba is a registered charity. Please consider making a donation.

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Dr. Catherine O'Brien speaking at Millennium Library - Wed, Feb. 11, 7-8:30 pm
by Beth McKechnie 26 Jan '09

26 Jan '09

Come out for a heartwarming evening in the middle of winter! Please forward to any friends, family or colleagues who you think might be interested. (Full bio for Dr. Catherine O'Brien can be found below the event poster.) Catherine O'Brien is an Assistant Professor in the School of Education, Health & Wellness at Cape Breton University, a Research Associate of the Centre for Sustainable Transportation, and co-author of Child and Youth Friendly Land Use and Transport Planning Guidelines. In addition, Dr. O'Brien has drawn from the fields of positive psychology and sustainability to develop a new concept: sustainable happiness. She defines this as the pursuit of happiness that is respectful of other people, the natural environment, and future generations. Her work emphasizes the significance of creating communities that meet the needs and aspirations of children, and planning for sustainable happiness.

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on HOLD - waiting for more COLD Parade & Party on River Trail
by Janice Lukes 22 Jan '09

22 Jan '09

good morning! Last night's decision was to put the Parade & Party on the River Trail on HOLD till NEXT SUNDAY, Feb. 1st. only in Winnipeg can you have near record braking cold temperatures followed by above average temperatures ! The river trail snow removal has been completed to Assiniboine Park, but with this week's mild weather, the new ice is in very poor condition. Paul wants to wait one more week. BOTTOM LINE: there absolutely will be a parade & party celebrating the river trail from The Forks to Assiniboine Park - some Sunday in the very near future :) ! I will keep you updated on this 'fluid' event ! (this gives you more time to prepare a parade outfit ! ) thanks! Janice Lukes Winnipeg Trails Coordinator Winnipeg Trails Association 202 - One Forks Market Road Winnipeg, MB R3C 4L9 Cell (204) 952-4222 Fax (204) 943-7915 <mailto:jlukes@shaw.ca> jlukes(a)shaw.ca winnipegtrails.com

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HEADS UP - Parade & Party - if . . if . . .if . . .
by Janice Lukes 19 Jan '09

19 Jan '09

HEADS UP Parade & Party on longest river trail in the World ! . . . . if . . . . . if . . . . . if . . . if - the weather cooperates - the kids can shovel through to Assiniboine Park Bridge this week - if the Zamboni doesn't konk out DATE: Sunday, January 25th TIME: 12:00 noon departing from The Forks through to Assiniboine Park We will kick off a parade & party departing from The Forks and travel along the river trail to Assiniboine Park. Dress up in your winter finery - lace on skates, hiking boots, or whatever and join in at any of the many access points. The decision to party will be made this Wednesday and I will send a confirmation email. Information will also be posted at: http://www.rivertrail.ca/wp/ Paul Jordan, COO of The Forks, and also known nationally at the 'dweeb in the snowsuit' when talking of Winnipeg's river trail, is also the Chair of the Winnipeg Trails Association. Janice Lukes Winnipeg Trails Coordinator Winnipeg Trails Association 202 - One Forks Market Road Winnipeg, MB R3C 4L9 Cell (204) 952-4222 Fax (204) 943-7915 <mailto:jlukes@shaw.ca> jlukes(a)shaw.ca winnipegtrails.com

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