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The Science of Helmets made simple (sort of)
by Stacy Matwick 10 Sep '14

10 Sep '14

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQ9jRxOp1S0 I know it's an ad but it's still informative and interesting. Cheers Stacy Matwick

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Fwd: FW: Weekly Email: Research article: Happiness in Motion: Emotions, Well-Being, and Active School Travel.
by Jackie Avent 09 Sep '14

09 Sep '14

The attached article studied children's emotions and relationship to travel mode to and from school, as well as parent perceptions. It was published in the August 2014 issue of Journal of School Health. 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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University of Kentucky gives students free bikes to reduce congestion on campus
by Jackie Avent 08 Sep '14

08 Sep '14

http://www.wkyt.com/home/headlines/UK-program-to-provide-free-bicycles-to-r… -- *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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V2X: Vehicle-to-Pedestrian/Bicycle
by Beth McKechnie 05 Sep '14

05 Sep '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Terry Zdan <tjzdan50(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, 5 Sep 2014 09:21:04 -0500 *Vehicle-to-Pedestrian/Bicycle:* using dedicated short range communications (DSRC)-based communication between the vehicle and the pedestrian or bicycle rider’s compatible smart phone (with proprietary V2P/B application), Honda V2P/B technology alerts both the driver and pedestrian/bicycle rider to a potential collision, and allows the driver and pedestrian/bicycle rider to exchange courteous messages. Honda to showcase new connected car and automated driving technologies at 2014 ITS World Congress in Detroit; driver-to-driver “virtual tow” <http://www.greencarcongress.com/2014/09/20140905-hondaits.html>5 September 2014 Honda will showcase <http://www.hondanews.info/news/en/auto/4140905eng> several of its latest developments in intelligent transportation technology at the 2014 ITS World Congress in Detroit, 7-11 September. Activities include the first US demonstration of Honda’s automated driving technology with capabilities such as automated freeway merging; exiting; and lane changing, which will be demonstrated on actual Detroit freeways, as well as a unique vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) “virtual tow” capability for assisting a driver in distress. *Honda also will highlight other latest advancements in “V2X” technologies, including vehicle-to-pedestrian/bicycle (V2P/B) and vehicle-to-motorcycle (V2M). * -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com>

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Fwd: bike decorating
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 04 Sep '14

04 Sep '14

See below! You can get your bike all blinged up for Ciclovia this Sunday!! Jackie ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Stephanie Voyce <stephanie(a)downtownwinnipegbiz.com> Date: 3 September 2014 17:43 Subject: bike decorating To: "ciclovia-winnipeg(a)googlegroups.com" <ciclovia-winnipeg(a)googlegroups.com>, "gallery(a)aceart.org" <gallery(a)aceart.org>, "cycle(a)shaw.ca" <cycle(a)shaw.ca>, "stothers(a)shaw.ca" <stothers(a)shaw.ca>, "dave(a)greenactioncentre.ca" < dave(a)greenactioncentre.ca>, "andersswanson(a)gmail.com" < andersswanson(a)gmail.com>, "delmore(a)mts.net" <delmore(a)mts.net>, " knixon(a)winnipeg.ca" <knixon(a)winnipeg.ca>, "khayward(a)wrha.mb.ca" < khayward(a)wrha.mb.ca>, "sjeffrey(a)manitobafitnesscouncil.ca" < sjeffrey(a)manitobafitnesscouncil.ca>, "delmore(a)mymts.net" <delmore(a)mymts.net>, hannah_g <program(a)aceart.org>, "currieg(a)mts.net" <currieg(a)mts.net>, "Davidson, Beatrice (HLYS)" <Beatrice.Davidson(a)gov.mb.ca>, Erin Patton < epatton(a)wrha.mb.ca>, "Currie Gillespie (currie(a)woodcockcycle.com)" < currie(a)woodcockcycle.com>, "currieg(a)mymts.net (currieg(a)mymts.net)" < currieg(a)mymts.net>, "Jackie Avent (jackie(a)greenactioncentre.ca)" < jackie(a)greenactioncentre.ca> Cc: Scott Stewart <Scott(a)downtownwinnipegbiz.com>, Rose Dominguez < rose(a)downtownwinnipegbiz.com>, Melanie Andrushko < melanie(a)downtownwinnipegbiz.com>, J Signy Gerrard < signy(a)downtownwinnipegbiz.com>, Kristen Lourie < kristen(a)downtownwinnipegbiz.com>, Jason Syvixay < jason(a)downtownwinnipegbiz.com> Hi all, Just an update that Studio 393 has been doing bike decorating at Portage Place today and will carry on tomorrow and Friday. Feel free to stop by and get your bike all ready for Ciclovia! If you can pass the attached poster on to your contacts it would be great! Thanks, *Stephanie Voyce* Manager, Placemaking, Cleanliness & Transportation *Downtown * *Winnipeg BIZ *204.958.4621 office 204.958.4630 fax Visit our website at www.downtownwinnipegbiz.com! -- *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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Webinar - Healthy Canada by Design: Incubating Innovation Streets & Neighbourhoods
by Beth McKechnie 03 Sep '14

03 Sep '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Shelagh Graham <sgraham6(a)wrha.mb.ca> Date: Wed, 3 Sep 2014 We would like to invite you to join us for “Incubating Innovation Streets & Neighbourhoods” (details below). We’ve had the opportunity to hear about some of this work in its earlier stages, and we’re excited to hear the most recent updates along with you! We will have light snacks, but please bring your lunch. If possible, please RSVP to Shelagh Graham (sgraham6(a)wrha.mb.ca) by September 15 (though walk-ins are always welcome!). *Incubating Innovation Streets & Neighbourhoods* September 16, 2014, 12:00-2:00pm Winnipeg Regional Health Authority 490 Hargrave Street Meeting Room 209* * When you’re standing at the corner of McDermot and Hargrave facing the building, we’re the 3rd door. Use the intercom and someone will buzz you in. Then come up to the offices at the top of the stairs. You can also register to listen online here: http://www.chnet-works.ca/index.php?option=com_rsevents&view=events&layout=… *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.* *Join us to hear:* · About an environmental scan of provincial legislation re: healthy communities · About a Health Impact Assessment conducted to promote safe and active transportation · About a pilot project in the Town of Clearwater to develop an innovative street by-law · About case studies of innovative street desig*n* *Who should attend? *Professionals in public health, planning and transportation who are interested in creating healthy communities that support and foster physical activity and active transportation. *Advisors on Tap: *[image: G Mckibbon pic]*George McKibbon *is a Registered Professional Planner in Ontario and holds memberships in the Canadian Institute of Planner (CIP) and the American Institute of Certified Planners. He is a planning consultant and Adjunct Professor at the University of Guelph. He helped produce the CIP's Healthy Communities Legislative Comparison Survey Report. [image: O Bellefleur pic]*Oliver Bellefleur* has been working at the National Collaborating Centre for Healthy Public Policy (NCCHPP) since 2010. He has master's degrees in philosophy and environmental sciences. His work is focused on public policies informing the built environment , particularly upon policies that favour safe, active and public transportation. [image: F Gagnon pic]*François Gagnon* has been working at the NCCHPP since 2006. He has a master's in criminology and a PhD in Communications. He teaches courses in research methodology, media and popular culture at the Université de Montréal. He is currently researching interventions and public policies that can promote safe active travel for use by public health and NGO`s. [image: P Truch pic]*Peter Truch* is the Transportation Manager with Opus Internation Consultants. He has 15 years of experience doing transportation and mobility planning as both a consultatnt and for a municipal government. Peter is a fellow and serves as the President of the Canadian Institute of Transportation Engineers (CITE). [image: D Patman pic]*David Patman* is a Transporation Planner currently employed at Winniped Transit. David has worked in both the public and private sectors. As an elected executive with the CITE, he has managed the CITE's HCBD Project on case studies directed at innovative street design. Shelagh Graham Healthy Built Environment Specialist Winnipeg Regional Health Authority 2nd floor - 490 Hargrave Street Winnipeg, MB R3A 0X7 Cell 204-805-0021 Fax 204-940-2690 sgraham6(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 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.

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Main Impacts of London Road Transportation on Health
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 02 Sep '14

02 Sep '14

Interesting paper detailing different scenarios related to the impacts of various forms of road transportation on health in London, England. TRANSPORT AND HEALTH IN LONDON <http://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/Transport%20and%20health%20in%…> The main impacts of London road transport on health <http://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/Transport%20and%20health%20in%…> -- *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: Reduced limits in effect Monday: School zones apply new, lower speeds (Aug.30'14)
by Beth McKechnie 30 Aug '14

30 Aug '14

Reduced limits in effect Monday: School zones apply new, lower speeds By: Jessica Botelho-Urbanski http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/reduced--limits-in-effect--monday-27… u [image: Speeds around Winnipeg's 171 elementary schools will be reduced to 30 km/h starting Monday. The fine is a steep $310 for going the usual posted limit of 50 km/h.] <http://media.winnipegfreepress.com/images/800*610/140829-STDUP_SCHOOL_SPD__…> Speeds around Winnipeg's 171 elementary schools will be reduced to 30 km/h starting Monday. The fine is a steep $310 for going the usual posted limit of 50 km/h. (KEN GIGLIOTTI / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS) Though you might be in a rush to get the kids back to school, you'll have to get there more slowly. New speed limits in 171 school zones -- a drop to 30 km/h from 50 km/h in most areas -- go into effect Monday and city police realize the new speeds might take some time to get used to. "Reducing speeds from 50 to 30 is a significant drop. We're all going to have to be extra aware and extra cautious," said Const. Jason Michalyshen. "Regardless of time of day or day of week, we have to get into that habit." School zones in other areas of the province, such as Brandon, Winkler and Portage la Prairie, have already adopted restricted speeds. This is not a new or innovative practice, said spokeswoman for the Manitoba branch of the Canadian Automobile Association, Angèle Young. "Speed is always a concern no matter how many speed bumps, crosswalks and patrols you have. There's still drivers and motorcyclists that will speed through school zones and they need to know it's a law required of them to slow down," Young said. "If our speeds are reduced, we can react quicker, we can stop faster. And if in fact there is contact made, when speeds are reduced, the likelihood of significant injuries is greatly reduced as well," said Michalyshen. New street signs advertising the changing speed limits popped up in recent weeks. The new limits will be effective between 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday, between September and June. Traditional and photo radar ticket enforcement will still apply to school zones, too, to ensure children's safety, said Michalyshen. "We want kids to be safe. It doesn't matter where they are, but in relation to these particular areas near school zones, we're going to be there monitoring," he said. As of Monday, going 50 km/h in a school zone advertised as 30 km/h will cost speedsters $310. Michalyshen suggested officers would not start issuing tickets immediately. "This first week isn't about us putting out the message that we're out there and if you're not travelling at the posted speed limit in these school zones, then it's all about tickets," said Michalyshen. "Changing habits often takes time and hopefully, it's not a significant amount of time... at the expense of injuries." jessica.botelho-urbanski(a)freepress.mb.ca *Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition August 30, 2014 A8* JUST SLOW DOWN *How reduced speed levels can prevent deaths* A pedestrian hit by a motorist going 40 km/h has a 25 per cent chance of being killed. Going 50? The pedestrian has a 55 per cent chance of being killed. Going 60? The pedestrian has an 85 per cent chance of being killed. If a pedestrian is hit at a significant speed, it's comparable to a drop from a great height. Being hit at 50 km/h is like falling from a three-storey building. Being hit at 75 km/h is like falling off an eight-storey building. Being hit at 100 km/h is like falling off a 12-storey building. Source: CAA (Canadian Automobile Association)

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Fwd: The Global Summit Proceedings are here!
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 28 Aug '14

28 Aug '14

In May I had the opportunity to participate and present at the the Global Summit on the Physical Activity of Children in Toronto. It was an action packed 4 days, with one half day focussing on children's mobility and active transportation. The conference proceedings are available through the links below, for those who may be interested! Cheers, Jackie ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Active Healthy Kids Canada <info(a)activehealthykids.ca> Date: 27 August 2014 13:18 Subject: The Global Summit Proceedings are here! To: jackie(a)greenactioncentre.ca [image: Power to Move Kids Header] <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lt9_V2v639p2IKoJaRUOieFL9miifwliWAoqxZfVIT47…> Dear Jackie , The Global Summit Proceedings are here! Active Healthy Kids Canada is pleased to launch the proceedings for the 2014 Global Summit on the Physical Activity of Children which took place in Toronto May 19th - 22nd. The proceedings are a comprehensive set of materials that will allow you to review the sessions you missed, share learning's with your colleagues and community members, and experience the Global Summit again. Please click here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lt9_V2v639p2IKoJaRUOieFL9miifwliWAoqxZfVIT47…> to access the proceedings. The proceedings can be viewed online <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001lt9_V2v639p2IKoJaRUOieFL9miifwliWAoqxZfVIT47…> or downloaded as a pdf, iBook or e-book. Proceedings Available: - Keynote video presentations - Symposium/ Debate video presentations - PowerPoint presentations from oral presentations and workshops - Abstracts from oral presentations, workshops and posters - Global Matrix - International Posters from the 15 counties participating in the Global Matrix - Photos from the event - Summary of the Call to Action We encourage you to share this information with your colleagues and in your community to power the movement to get kids moving. © Copyright 2014 Active Healthy Kids Canada. All rights reserved. Forward this email <http://ui.constantcontact.com/sa/fwtf.jsp?llr=vx4h8rjab&m=1109774302965&ea=…> <http://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=un&m=001HxX78D_iSGCbUhi9UDNVAw%3D%3…> This email was sent to jackie(a)greenactioncentre.ca by info(a)activehealthykids.ca | Update Profile/Email Address <http://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=oo&m=001HxX78D_iSGCbUhi9UDNVAw%3D%3…> | Rapid removal with SafeUnsubscribe <http://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=un&m=001HxX78D_iSGCbUhi9UDNVAw%3D%3…>™ | Privacy Policy <http://ui.constantcontact.com/roving/CCPrivacyPolicy.jsp>. <http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=PT_MRS> Active Healthy Kids Canada | 77 Bloor Street W., Suite 1205 | Toronto | Ontario | M5S 1M2 | Canada -- *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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Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Virtual Listening Meeting
by Beth McKechnie 28 Aug '14

28 Aug '14

Interesting way to supplement in-person public consultation, forwarded by Terry... ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Terry Zdan <tjzdan50(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, 28 Aug 2014 11:35:15 -0500 Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> . The Virtual Listening Meeting for the Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan is now available online. If you are unable to attend an in person meeting, we invite you to learn more about the plan and share your comments here: http://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/TD/TP/Pages/bpoh_welcome.aspx <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> We look forward to hearing from you. [image: Bookmark and Share] <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> ------------------------------ [image: Powered by GovDelivery] <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com>

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AT Webinar: Wed, Aug.27, 2-3pm, Intersections and Protected Bike Lanes (EcoCentre)
by Beth McKechnie 26 Aug '14

26 Aug '14

Late notice but if you're available please join Green Action Centre and Bike Winnipeg to watch the following APBP and Green Lane Project webinar* tomorrow (Wed) afternoon* in the EcoCentre <http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/ecocentre-directions-and-travel-options/> boardroom. With protected bike lanes in Winnipeg on Pembina and Assiniboine Ave, and construction underway for the parking protected bike lane on Sherbrook, it's a timely topic. If you are unable to attend but still want to hear either of these free recorded webinars, here's the link: Intersections and Protected Bike Lanes / <http://www.apbp.org/?page=PBL_webinars>Accessibility and Protected Bike Lanes <http://www.apbp.org/?page=PBL_webinars> cheers, Beth (204) 925-3772 ** * * * ** *Intersections and Protected Bike Lanes* *APBP recorded webinar | Wed, Aug. 27th, 2014 | 2:00-3:00 pm* *Key takeaways*: - Learn about current practice for designing protected bike lanes at intersections - Consider aspects of Dutch cycle track design at intersections that are transferable to the North American context - Review elements of Dutch treatments implemented in U.S. cities *Description*: One of the greatest challenges to designing a protected bike lane is getting the lane through an intersection. This webinar focuses on the most forward-looking work related to protected bike lanes at intersections, as well as lessons that can be learned from Dutch design. Presenters will discuss geometric techniques for managing speed and mitigating right turn issues and best practices for signal phasing and mixing zones. Going beyond current practice, we ask “What do next generation protected bike lanes at intersections look like?” and discuss how North American intersections designs can look and function more like their Dutch counterparts. The session includes examples of Dutch-style elements and treatments already installed in the U.S. *Presenters*: - Nick Falbo, MURP, Senior Planner, Alta Planning + Design - Nathan Roseberry, Senior Transportation Engineer, T.Y. Lin

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Fwd: Join us for a Regional Tourism Workshop
by Anders Swanson 20 Aug '14

20 Aug '14

Of interest perhaps to those Manitobans/leaders interested in being a part of the multi-billion dollar bicycle tourism industry? See below. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Colleen Sklar, PMCR <info(a)manitobacapitalregion.ca> Date: Wed, Aug 20, 2014 at 3:42 PM Subject: Join us for a Regional Tourism Workshop To: Anders <andersswanson(a)gmail.com> www.leadingmanitoba.ca <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba91…> View this email in your browser <http://us3.campaign-archive2.com/?u=65fccce1562a99ba91960f3f9&id=a2b065dbaa…> <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba91…> *Tourism in Manitoba's Capital Region* *Manitoba's Capital Region has the potential to attract new visitors and spending by combining our unique attractions and services. * To help coordinate efforts and opportunities, the Partnership of the Manitoba Capital Region (PMCR) and its partner Economic Development Winnipeg - Tourism Winnipeg <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba9…> will be hosting a Regional Tourism Workshop on October 6, 2014 to facilitate the creation of a "Capital Region Tourism Strategy" in order to better position Manitoba’s Capital Region in the growing Tourism Industry. Tourism brings many benefits to our communities - it creates jobs, instills community pride, and supports local businesses. Tourism can help our region develop its economies by attracting new visitors and investment. A regional approach helps communities build on the strengths of each other, making them more attractive to tourists and more competitive in the tourism market. The Regional Tourism Workshop will lead participants in a process that can be duplicated at the community level by participants to help create a Community Strategy in support of the Regional Approach. *Workshop Details ** *** October 6, 2014*** (Date Change)* The Partnership of the Manitoba Capital Region has a role to play in a coordinated approach promoting tourism in Manitoba's Capital Region. Shared tourism opportunities will be explored through a Regional Tourism Workshop to be be held in Stonewall, Manitoba at Quarry Park <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba91…> on October 6, 2014 from *8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m*. Winnipeg Economic Development - Tourism Winnipeg along with the PMCR has developed and will lead a process designed to identify shared opportunities for tourism in Manitoba's Capital Region. Presentations by tourism experts such as Travel Manitoba <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba91…> and Tourism Winnipeg will kickoff the event. This workshop is part of a larger vision for promoting all our dynamic region has to offer *Under One Great Sky. * *Sponsorship Opportunities Available * *Who Should Attend * - Municipal Councils, Senior Staff, Planners and Community/Regional Development Officers - Provincial Representatives - First Nations Government - Community Leaders - Community Organizations, Local Museums, Heritage Sites - Local Tour Operators - Organizations, Business and Industry - Economic Development Agencies and Organizations - Chamber of Commerce, Visitor Centres Register Today, Space is Limited ! REGISTER NOW! <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba9…> [image: Stronger together] <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba91…> ------------------------------ Building on the sold-out success of recent PMCR events, stay tuned as we work with our partners on upcoming interactive sessions designed with the needs of regional decision makers in mind: *Economic Development Forum*: Where do our economic opportunities lie? Join us this January for a presentation on a recent Regional Economic Analysis Process (REAP) report and help us "ground truth" the findings. More information to come on this exciting forum *Sponsorship Opportunities Available * *Interested in sponsorship or partnership? <info(a)manitobacapitalregion.ca> * ------------------------------ Our Supporting Partners <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba91…> <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba91…> <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba91…> <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba9…> <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba9…> <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba91…> <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65fccce1562a99ba91…> *With special thanks to the University of Manitoba.* *Copyright © 2014 Partnership of the Manitoba Capital Region, All rights reserved.* You are receiving this email because you are a PMCR member, partner or stakeholder. *Our mailing address is:* Partnership of the Manitoba Capital Region Unit 1 - 1749 Portage Ave Winnipeg, Manitoba R3J 0E6 Canada Add us to your address book <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage.com/vcard?u=65fccce1562a99ba91960f3f…> unsubscribe from this list <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage1.com/unsubscribe?u=65fccce1562a99ba9…> update subscription preferences <http://leadingmanitoba.us3.list-manage.com/profile?u=65fccce1562a99ba91960f…> [image: Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp] <http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…>

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Re: [At-network] New Winter Cycling Snow Clearing Plan Approved in Toronto!
by Mark Cohoe 19 Aug '14

19 Aug '14

Upwards of $16 million for slip claims. That definitely makes a case for better clearing. Mark Sent from my mobile device. ----- Reply message ----- From: "Anders Swanson" <andersswanson(a)gmail.com> To: "at-network(a)lists.umanitoba.ca" <at-network(a)lists.umanitoba.ca> Subject: [At-network] New Winter Cycling Snow Clearing Plan Approved in Toronto! Date: Tue, Aug 19, 2014 6:04 PM Folks might be interested in this recent Toronto city council decision, shared with me recently by City of Toronto planner (and 2014 conference speaker) Christina Bouchard. Council decision Background infoNote: Appendix 1 has an interesting comparison of sidewalk snow-clearing policies in Canada, including Winnipeg. -Anders

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New Winter Cycling Snow Clearing Plan Approved in Toronto!
by Anders Swanson 19 Aug '14

19 Aug '14

Folks might be interested in this recent Toronto city council decision, shared with me recently by City of Toronto planner (and 2014 conference speaker) Christina Bouchard. *Council decision <http://app.toronto.ca/tmmis/viewAgendaItemHistory.do?item=2014.PW31.1>* *Background info <http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2014/pw/bgrd/backgroundfile-69023.pdf>* Note: Appendix 1 has an interesting comparison of sidewalk snow-clearing policies in Canada, including Winnipeg. -Anders

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Pop-up protected bikeways
by Beth McKechnie 18 Aug '14

18 Aug '14

Very cool! http://www.peopleforbikes.org/blog/entry/the-summer-of-demos-one-day-protec… * * * * * The summer of demos: One-day protected bike lanes sweep across America <http://greenlaneproject.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=64bd122c67bd28d62…> Aug 14, 2014 03:32 am *A temporary demo during StreetsAlive! in Fargo, N.D., on July 15. Photo: Dakota Medical Foundation.* This is what a tipping point looks like. Around the country in the summer of 2014, community groups across the United States have been using open-streets events and other festivals to give thousands of Americans their first taste of a protected bike lane. >From small-town Kansas to the middle of Atlanta, communities (many of them inspired by last summer's successful $600 demo project in Minneapolis <http://greenlaneproject.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=64bd122c67bd28d62…>) have been using handmade barriers and relatively tiny amounts of money to put together temporary bikeways that spread the knowledge of the concept among the public and officials. "Every traffic engineer who touches a street in Oakland,... Read More <http://greenlaneproject.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=64bd122c67bd28d62…>

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Pop-up Protected Bike Lane
by Jackie Avent (ASRTS) 14 Aug '14

14 Aug '14

Interesting pilot idea for Winnipeg, perhaps? http://www.peopleforbikes.org/blog/entry/the-summer-of-demos-one-day-protec… -- *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: Cycling / Active Transport - interest - Aug 11/14 Tourism News
by Reaney, Vicky (MMG) 13 Aug '14

13 Aug '14

Social media: The Wild West of behavioural data collection <http://newsletter.travelmanitoba.com/newsletter_redirect.asp?link_id=7082&&…> When tech company Strava was founded in 2009 it had a simple mission - to help cyclists and runners keep track of their activities. It didn't take long, however, for an entirely different group of customers to take an interest. San Francisco-based Strava has received so many requests for its user data that it now runs a secondary business selling anonymized cycling data to municipalities and other groups looking to better understand how and why local cyclists choose the routes they do. The Oregon Department of Transportation, for example, paid $20,000 last year for a data set that included information about 400,000 trips made by 35,000 Oregon cyclists in 2013. A simple activity-tracker app, it appears, has collected enough data from its users to help decipher one of the great modern-day urban planning mysteries.

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AT webinar: Transform Bicycling & Walking Outside the Urban Context, Wed, Aug.20, 2-3pm, EcoCentre
by Jessie Klassen 13 Aug '14

13 Aug '14

Green Action Centre and Bike Winnipeg invite you to join us for a local viewing of the following APBP webinar: Transform Bicycling and Walking Outside the Urban Context. 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. RSVPs appreciated but not necessary. Hope to see you then! cheers, Beth (204) 925-3772 ** * * * ** *Transform Bicycling and Walking Outside the Urban Context* *APBP webinar | Wed, Aug. 20th, 2014 | 2:00-3:00 pm* Key take-aways: • Recognize challenges and potential for active transportation in small and rural communities • Know which key community partners can help create capacity • Identify and assess strategies for building active communities Description: Smaller and rural communities must overcome inherent challenges to become more walkable, bicycle-friendly places. This webinar focuses on strategies these communities can use to develop routine inclusion of active transportation in new and retrofit projects. Using examples drawn from Montana and Ontario, presenters explain the barriers and challenges for active transportation in small communities, and identify approaches that build on inherent advantages such as compact geography and traditional street grids. Strategies such as complete streets and sidewalk policies, joint use agreements, development codes and subdivision regulations, Safe Routes to School, transportation plans, and encouragement and evaluation programs help communities build support and capacity for active transportation. Presenters: Joe Gilpin, Principal, Alta Planning + Design Sue Shikaze, Health Promoter, Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (HKPR) District Health Unit *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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Volunteer Opportunity: Got an iPhone? Count traffic for Ciclovia...test CounterPoint
by Anders Swanson 08 Aug '14

08 Aug '14

Hi, [Feel free to share this widely.] CounterPoint 1.0, the first iOS release of Green Action Centre's award-winning active transportation planning tool is now in the App Store. We would love to have your help testing it out in the real world. We are looking for approximately 5-15 volunteers willing to spend 2 hours counting traffic on a Sunday. Its for a good cause (and way more practical than Angry Birds!) *We hope to be counting on the following days:* - Sunday August 31st - Sunday September 7th - Sunday September 14th *At these locations:* - Norwood bridge - Broadway downtown - Westminster/Mostyn - Sherbrook/Maryland bridges - The Main Street Entrance to the Forks - Assiniboine Cycle Track To volunteer, first please fill out this availability poll <http://doodle.com/rn42kwyc3drfcvps> with your first name, date(s) and the preferred location (in parenthesis). Then, please send me a separate email with your name and phone number so I can give you a call at some point. *How Does the App Work? * Kind of like a clipboard, with a brain and some blinky-lights. Seriously, using the app itself should be fairly self-explanatory, the counterpoints will all be set up and I will be giving volunteers a quick call beforehand to go over any questions. For now if anyone is keen, just go into the app store on your phone, and search for "counterpoint". Create an account, and either set one up or find an existing counterpoint near you. Give it a try. Its free, of course. *Why do this count?* The goal of this coordinated count is threefold: 1. To help better understand the user impact of the Ciclovia event. 2. To help assess the need for and current usage of AT infrastructure on routes nearby. 3. Get feedback/ideas for a planned new "campaign" feature of the app in a future software update. Afterwards, for those who are willing, everyone is invited for a nice informal beer/coffee (my treat) where I'd love to get feedback in person if you happen to have any. (No feedback is fine too, that means there are less bugs, and then we can just proceed to drinking beer/coffee..) Hopefully you will find that using CounterPoint is relaxing, challenging and actually kind of fun. To learn more about CounterPoint, visit counterpointapp.org Thanks a lot! Sincerely Anders On behalf of.. *The CounterPoint Team* see us on... *Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/CounterPointApp> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/counterpointapp>* --> P.S. In case you are wondering "Hey, I don't have an iPhone, but want to help! What gives? Do you work for Apple or something?!?!!". Let me know that you are interested anyway. We have an Android version coming soon and there is a chance it will be available by then.

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INVITATION - Democracy - Civic Election & Janice Lukes
by Janice Lukes 08 Aug '14

08 Aug '14

To all my 'AT Network Friends' ! (sorry if you've received this already - I guess that makes you a 'super friend'! J) INVITATION to COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE You are invited to pop by and check out our Janice Lukes Campaign Office next Tuesday evening. Details here also: http://janicelukes.ca/latest-news/ Tuesday, August 12th 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 100 - 2855 Pembina Hwy. Richmond Mall West - look for the sign - yes, just before the Perimeter in the old LC! Enjoy ice-cream & refreshments, meet St. Norbert Ward residents - children are VERY welcome! No RSVP necessary - lots of free parking and bike parking if the rack arrives on time! You may be aware - I've registered as a candidate for the St. Norbert Ward in the upcoming civic election. I just couldn't do another election sitting around a table with many of you - planning how to 'educated' candidates on AT issues !! That and a combination of other situations have resulted in me realizing - 'never say never' - and motivating me to take this very bold step outside the normal comfort zone. If you have some free time on Tuesday - please pop by our Campaign Office Open House- check out my website - www.JaniceLukes.ca - and if you have more free time in the fall - I welcome any volunteer help. I know I can confidently say this from my past 14 years' experience - when elected - I know there will be no other elected official that will work harder than I will - to move forward active, accessible and age friendly transportation issues. Is this a call for your help in putting me on the other side of the table at city hall ?? - for sure it is. Ruthless self-promotion seems to be part of democracy - it is what it is. Look forward to seeing you - Janice Lukes Candidate for City Councillor, St. Norbert Ward <http://winnipeg.ca/clerks/docs/election_services/CouncilWardMaps/CouncilWar d_StNorbert_web.pdf> -- (204) 952-4222 www.JaniceLukes.ca Participate in democracy <http://janicelukes.ca/participate/> Follow me on Twitter <https://twitter.com/JaniceLukes> & Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/votejanicelukes>

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Provincial AT Coordinator - Farewell, Vicky, and Welcome, Katy!
by Beth McKechnie 06 Aug '14

06 Aug '14

Farewell to Vicky Reaney, the Province’s Active Transportation Coordinator, who is moving to be an urban planner with the City of Saskatoon. All the best, Vicky! Katy Walsh (katy.walsh(a)gov.mb.ca) takes on the role effective August 15 in addition to her current responsibilities as a policy planner. As the new Provincial AT Coordinator, Katy will "take over the primary responsibility for coordinating our single window active transportation service at the Province and will chair our Interdepartmental Working Group on AT and our Public Stakeholder AT Advisory Committee." Welcome, Katy!

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WFP: Study to examine future of Arlington overpass (July31'14)
by Beth McKechnie 05 Aug '14

05 Aug '14

[How about converting the old bridge to a walking and cycling bridge?] Study to examine future of Arlington overpass102-year-old bridge not expected to last beyond 2020 By: Aldo Santin http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/study-to-examine-future-of-arlington… The skyline of the North End could be in for a major change. An engineering study will examine the replacement of the 102-year-old Arlington Street Bridge. Brad Neirinck, the city's bridge-planning and operations engineer, said the Arlington bridge isn't expected to remain standing beyond 2020 and options are being considered for its replacement. "Once we get closer to that date, we'll have to re-evaluate things and see if we can keep it going any longer than that," Neirinck said. Options under consideration include: - Taking down the old bridge and replacing it with a four-lane structure at the same location. - Expanding the McPhillips Street underpass as an alternative to the Arlington bridge. - A new bridge connecting McGregor and Sherbrook streets. The Arlington bridge was built in 1912. A major rehab, including new bridge deck, was carried out in 1992. Neirinck said the study will include a public-consultation process, which will help determine the old bridge's fate, what should be built in its place and in which order. "The study is mainly to look at traffic flows and is Arlington the best location for a replacement structure or is there something better?" he said. The RFP (request for proposal) for the 14-month, $1.5-million study was opened in June and closed at the beginning of July. The contract is expected to be awarded soon. Approval for the study was given by city council in late 2012 for inclusion in the 2013 capital budget. Neirinck said the study was delayed until this year. City council also tentatively set aside $2 million in the 2017 capital budget for preliminary design work. When the study is completed in late 2015, council will be presented with options on how to move forward along with cost estimates for each. aldo.santin(a)freepress.mb.ca Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition July 31, 2014 B1

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Dutch Cycling Embassy newsletter
by Beth McKechnie 01 Aug '14

01 Aug '14

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Terry Zdan <tjzdan50(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, 31 Jul 2014 11:48:12 -0500 You're receiving this newsletter because you signed up for it. Having trouble reading this email? View it in your browser. <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/views/mailings/HTML_template.cfm?listID=461687F7…> [image: the world's cycling experts] Thursday, July 31, 2014 In entertainment districts of Dutch cities, parked bicycles block emergency exits and prevent passage for emergency services [image: image] Dutch cities like Amersfoort and Amsterdam are taking meassures. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Research into bicycle crashes leads to infrastructure recommendations The study looked into 35 crashes involving a person aged over 50 who had suffered a fall or a collision with an obstacle or with another bicycle or moped rider. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> How to use data from a cycling app to generate a heat map showing cycling routes [image: image] A smartphone app to help cyclists all over the world to keep track of their performances. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Cycling should be state of mind Before safety, environment and health come into play, cycling should be state of mind. This is the conclusion drawn by Henk Lenting, a student of Traffic Psychology at the NHL Polytechnic. In his thesis, he compares the motivation for cycling in the Netherlands and England. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Open data map shows locations with high risk of bike theft [image: image] An interactive map produced by the Rotterdam police, using 'open data' statistics. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Give the bicycle path back to cyclists The city of Amsterdam had put forward this request in late 2013, and was supported by the three other major cities. Interest groups like the Cyclists’ Union are in full support. In the words of Hugo van der Steenhoven, general manager of the Union, “This is a way to return the cycle track to the cyclists and to reduce their exposure to air pollution. The cycle track will regain its main purpose: safe, clean space for all cyclists. We receive frequent reports from elderly persons and parents of children, saying they no longer dare to cycle”. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Mama Agatha documentary about cycling course for migrant women In a short documentary called Mama Agatha follows a cycling course for migrant women in Amsterdam. The main objective of the film is to show people that something as simple as a cycling course can have a major impact on peoples' lives and radically improve their mobility - not only physically, but also socially. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Reward system encourages commuters to take up cycling Two Dutch regions have launched schemes to reward motorists and other commuters who are prepared to leave their car and switch to cycling. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Biggest Dutch Experience Centre for bicycles A new Experience Center for bicycles is planned to set up in the summer of 2015 in the town of Ede. Read further... <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=nieuws&mode=newsArticle…> Bicyle mobility and sustainable energy have the future in the Mexico City megalopolis [image: plaatje] On 16 and 17 June, the Dutch Embassy in Mexico City and the Dutch Cycling Embassy organised a two-day Round Table conference for Mexican authorities and businessmen. The goal was to share concrete ideas and information on how the existing infrastructure in Mexico City can be converted into a green and livealbe city in a sustainable way. Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=Sustainable+innovati…> Report about Dutch cycling on the Brazilian television Globo TV international has made a program about the Dutch bicycle culture in May 2014. In this program Peter van Tongeren was interviewed on behalf of the Dutch Cycling Embassy. Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=Report+about+Dutch+c…> Pedalafest in Zagreb On 5 till 7 June, a three day Cycling Festival took place for the second time in the student centre of Zagreb. Two Dutch cycling experts of the Dutch Cycling Embassy attend the festival. Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=Pedalafest+in+Zagreb> The first bicycle sharing scheme for Uganda! Bicycle sharing schemes are not new. But they are new for Uganda. Friday, 6 June saw the festive launch of the "Bicycle sharing at Makerere University" project. Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=The+first+bicycle+sh…> Workshops in Bangelore, India [image: plaatje] In early June, a broad delegation of 8 persons visited Bangalore, India. The goal of the mission was to present planning practices in the Netherlands and to encourage the cities to develop bicycle master plans. The Dutch mission was made possible by the huge efforts of Dr. Elenna Dugunji and the Dutch Cycling Embassy. Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=Workshops+in+Bangelo…> In the media Recently published in the media: Op de fiets? No thank you <http://zoeken.nrc.nl/?q=Op+de+fiets%3F+No+thank+you> Den Nederlandske Sykkelsuksessen <http://www.dagogtid.no/den-nederlandske-sykkelsuksessen/> Metropolen ontdekken de fiets <http://www.oneworld.nl/business/metropolen-ontdekken-de-fiets> By reverend to merchand <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?section=nieuws&lang=en&mode=newsArticle…> Read further... More year-round pedalling [image: plaatje] Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=More+year-round+peda…> Discover Dutch Cycling [image: plaatje] Read further... <http://www.dutchcycling.nl/?page=News&view=detail&item=Discover+Dutch+Cycli…> Dutch Cycling Embassy Hooghiemstraplein 140 3514 AZ Utrecht The Netherlands T: +31 30 23 04 521 info(a)dutchcycling.nl Unsubscribe If you don't want to receive the digital newsletter from Fietsberaad you can unsubscribe at My Fietsberaad <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/?lang=en&openMijnFietsberaad>. Subscribe To subscribe for our newsletter you need to register at Fietsberaad. <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/?lang=en&openMijnFietsberaad>. This newsletter is powered by <http://www.fietsberaad.nl/index.cfm?lang=en&section=Mijn+Fietsberaad> -- Terry Zdan 126 Duncan Norrie Drive Wpg MB R3P 2J9 CANADA tjzdan50(a)gmail.com <tjzdan(a)gmasil.com>

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Cycling in Groningen, the Netherlands
by Patman, David 30 Jul '14

30 Jul '14

I was not familiar with this particular city -- check out the video that explains how auto use is discouraged (many auto trips take longer than cycling trips) which results in high bicycle mode split. Can you imagine such policies enacted here? http://www.cityclock.org/groningen-nowhere-will-find-cyclists/ 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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Got Ideas/Toughts to Share? Ciclovia Cycling Seminars
by Anders Swanson 29 Jul '14

29 Jul '14

[Hello folks, these proved surprisingly popular last year. This is a chance for individuals, bike shops, design firms, etc to hold a meeting, do a presentation and engage the public. Share your knowledge, ideas and expertise. See the info from Stephanie below. - Anders] *Ciclovia* Sunday, September 7, 2014, 11:00am - 6:00pm In its sixth year, the Downtown Winnipeg BIZ, in conjunction with many stakeholders and sponsors, will put on this FREE eco-friendly, healthy-lifestyles festival and active transportation initiative that will see both north and south sides of Broadway closed from Osborne to Edmonton St (and a car-free curb lane extending from Edmonton St Main St). Some of the many activities include a Bike Zone, Farmers’ Market, Kids’ Zone, Food Truck Wars, Wine & Beer Festival, Live Music, Fitness Stage and Soap Box Derby. This festival area is a highlight in what will be a network of car-free streets from Assiniboine Park all the way to The Forks on Sunday, September 7! For more information, please visit Manyfest.ca. *Please also let me know if you are interested (or can pass on some names of folks who may be) in doing a cycling related** seminar at Ciclovia this year*. We are looking for 15-20min long seminars, that will take place casually in a little living room on the grassed Broadway median by Edmonton St (comfy chairs, coffee and discussion). Please let me if you are willing and what times might be best for you (between noon-6pm)! Thanks, *Stephanie Voyce* Manager, Placemaking, Cleanliness & Transportation *Downtown * *Winnipeg BIZ *204.958.4621 office 204.958.4630 fax Visit our website at www.downtownwinnipegbiz.com!

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