Hi,

Manitoba Public I launching a new program aimed at creating Cycling Champions in Manitoba workplaces. See below for a summary of the program, or click here http://www.mpi.mb.ca/english/rd_safety/BikeSafe/Champions.html for full details.

*Cycling Champion *

Cycling Champion is a free, full-day workshop that provides you the information to cycle safely and the tools to share this knowledge with others.

Workshops are led by CAN-BIKE http://canbike.net/cca_pages/index.htm certified trainers. You will spend four hours in the classroom and four hours gaining hands-on riding experience. During the session, you will learn:

* The proper size and fit of bike. * Use of safety equipment such as helmets. * Skills to recognize and avoid road hazards and dangerous situations. * Strategies on how to safely ride in traffic. * Safe use of bike lanes and other cycling infrastructure.

*Share the skills you learn*

This full-day workshop is intended for those who are committed to passing their safety knowledge on to others by hosting cycling presentations. With the help of a ready-made presentation kit, you can promote active transportation and recreation by sharing your safety knowledge with others at work, at school or in your community.

All the materials required to deliver a cycling presentation are provided at no charge. Your kit contains a facilitator's guide, including speaking notes and two PowerPoint presentations, to help you teach cycling safety to others.

*Schedule*

Workshops are available throughout the summer. Participants must register in advance and commit to delivering cycling presentations in their workplace, school or community. Upcoming workshops include:

*Date *

*Time*

*Location*

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Saturday, June 16

8:30 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m.

Main Street Service Centre, 1284 Main Street, Winnipeg

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Saturday, June 23

8:30 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m.

Main Street Service Centre, 1284 Main Street, Winnipeg

Cheers, Mark