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Get recognized! Have you heard about the *Commuter Friendly Workplace Awards*? These unique awards are given out to Manitoba workplaces offering great commuter options programs for their employees. If your workplace is making strides to improve your options for getting to work, consider applying. *Click here*http://greenactioncentre.ca/content/commuter-friendly-workplace-awards/?utm_source=Active+%26+Green&utm_campaign=a80e2822ac-Active_Green_Winter_20111_13_2011&utm_medium=emailfor more details and to apply.

The WRENCH After more than a year of planning and negotiations, The Winnipeg Repair, Education and Cycling Hub (The WRENCH) will be opening it's doors to the public this spring. The organization seeks to improve access to bicycles and to teach community members bike maintenance and mechanical skills. Learn morehttp://greenactioncentre.ca/content/the-wrench/?utm_source=Active+%26+Green&utm_campaign=a80e2822ac-Active_Green_Winter_20111_13_2011&utm_medium=emailabout this valuable service.

Transportation Plan What would you like to see happen in the next 20 years in Winnipeg? More cycling infrastructure? Rapid transit? A policy for complete streets? Pedestrian-friendly neighbourhoods? Check outhttp://greenactioncentre.ca/content/transportation-master-plan/?utm_source=Active+%26+Green&utm_campaign=a80e2822ac-Active_Green_Winter_20111_13_2011&utm_medium=emailwhat Green Action Centre is recommending and how you can put in your two cents.

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