City Hits the Street with “Complete Ottawa Cycling Guide”

Ottawa- Now that the snow is finally disappearing and more people are pulling their bikes out of storage, the City of Ottawa is unveiling “The Complete Ottawa Cycling Guide.” The guide is being delivered to all city residents over the next few days.  The publication is a comprehensive guide for both recreational and commuter cyclists, designed to help them safely enjoy a healthy, active pastime. 

The Cycling Guide covers a number of topics including rules of the road, how to properly fit a helmet, where to take a safe cycling course, and much more.  Also included are steps on how to take your bike on the new O-Train, or the bus, using OC Transpo’s Rack & Roll program to help cyclists get the most out of their trips.  

The guide informs cyclists of some new features, such as bicycle storage lockers at Fallowfield, Greenboro, and Orleans Transitway Stations.  The lockers are part of a pilot project designed to provide secure, protected parking for bicycles at OC Transpo Park and Ride lots.   

“We pride ourselves on our city’s quality of life with a bustling downtown and town centers, safe streets, friendly neighbourhoods, green parks, and open spaces” says Mayor Bob Chiarelli. “ I encourage all citizens to cycle, and to use the guide to help you get to your destination safely and conveniently”

“This year's Guide is a fantastic resource that no resident of Ottawa should be without, ” said Michael Richardson, President of Citizens for Safe Cycling.  “The information contained in this Guide is a big step toward encouraging more people to safely use their bicycles more often, and for everyone to recognize cyclists as legitimate road users.”  

With everything needed to enjoy a safe and healthy summer of cycling, residents are encouraged to keep the guide handy as a useful resource.  City residents will find the publication on their doorstep starting Friday April 5.  Ottawa Citizen subscribers will receive the guide in Sunday’s paper.