Author: David Laing
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Cyclists, Bike Lanes and On-Street Parking Economic Impacts
Daniel Arancibia of Toronto Cycling Think & Do Tank, prepared a report that: “focuses on the economic impacts of cycling infrastructure and participation on local retailers and businesses in urban areas in North America, while accounting for the fact that bicycle lanes and other forms of infrastructure sometimes compete with on-street parking for space.” In…
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Road to Health – Improving Walking and Cycling
This April 2012 Toronto Public Health report synthesizes evidence on health benefits and risks associated with walking, cycling and physical activity related to the use of public transit, as well as economic assessments and specific strategies to increase the use and safety of active transportation in Toronto. “Review of the benefits of active transportation •…
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Keeping Ontario Roads Safe Act, March 17, 2014
Cyclists, motorists and all citizens can benefit from reducing distracted driving Ontario Ministry of Transportation is proposing legislation to amend the Highway Traffic Act in a manner that would impact cyclist and motorist interaction in the province. “The proposed legislation would respond to municipal requests, stakeholder input and recommendations from the Office of the Chief…
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Four Reasons Protected Bike Lanes Mean Business
The economic arguments resonate with most people. Location, location, location… “It’s an iron law of real estate: land is more valuable if more people can get to it easily.” Mary Lauran Hall reported on Jan 15, 2014, that: 1. The average young person is driving less and biking and taking transit more (24% more for cycling,…
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#CycleON: Ontario’s Cycling Strategy
The September 2013 report by Ontario Ministry of Transportation lays out the strategy for the next 20 years and outlines what needs to be done to promote cycling across the province as a viable mode of transportation. Vision 2033: “Cycling in Ontario is recognized, respected, and valued as a core mode of transportation that provides individuals and…
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EcoBuzz Conference, February 5, 2014
BikeBrampton exhibited at the Peel Environmental Youth Alliance (PEYA) conference at Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School, to encourage middle and secondary school youth to bicycle safely to school. Despite a significant “snow day” without bus transportation to the conference, the enthusiasm of those who did attend made the day worthwhile. David Laing BikeBrampton Chair, remarked on…
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Bike the Creek Planning Ride, Nov 15, 2013
On a crisp sunny November day, representatives from BikeBrampton, City of Brampton, Region of Peel and Toronto Region Conservation Authority gathered at Loafers Lake Park to ride our planned route for Bike the Creek on June 21, 2014. We started at Loafer’s Lake Park with some minor maintenance for better cycling ease… Etobicoke Creek Trail…
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Delegation to Committee of Council, Oct 30 2013
A delegation to Brampton Committee of Council was made by BBAC Chair David Laing, with support from BBAC members in the visitors gallery. The following are excerpted from the official minutes of the City of Brampton. D 1. Delegations, re: Establishment of the Brampton Cycling Advisory Committee – RML #2013-027 (File P40). Item I…
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Presentation to PCHS Punjabi Community Health Mela
A presentation to seniors on the health and community merits of bicycle riding was made by BBAC Chair, David Laing on June 23rd. Anu translated the presentation to the large crowd. A show of hands indicated those who regularly cycle in Brampton! According to the Region of Peel report of 2012, approximately half of Peel adults…
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Flower Day Parade
BBAC in Brampton’s Flower Day Parade Cycling proudly behind the City of Brampton’s Recreation float, BBAC members participated in the joyful parade down Main Street Brampton to cap off a successful day at CeleBrampton, June 15, 2013.
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