Category: Brampton Cycling
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Province considers a bike lane ban
Premier Doug Ford confirmed at a news conference yesterday that his government wants a province-wide ban on bike lanes where the installation requires removal of a vehicle lane. BikeBrampton supports Toronto Bicycling Network’s position. This ban, should it come into effect, would endanger bicyclists and the future of bicycling in Ontario in many ways: Actions…
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Have Your Say on Brampton’s Mobility Plan
The City of Brampton is updating the current 2015 Transportation Master Plan. The revised Mobility Plan will guide City investment in transportation infrastructure over the coming years. The Plan will move the City towards the 2040 Vision to be “a mosaic of safe, integrated transportation choices and new modes, contributing to civic sustainability, and emphasizing…
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Brampton Bike Repair Stands
Find Brampton bike repair stands, located where people frequently cycle around the city. You want to know where you can pump your tires and use some tools for basic repairs. 2. JIM ARCHDEKIN RECREATION CENTRE, to the right of front entrance. Adjacent to Etobicoke Creek Trail at rear of building. (photo credit: City of Brampton)…
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Cycle Tourism – Erie Canalway
Lisa Stokes has written a daily blog about a self-supported cycling tourism trip along the Erie Canalway in upper New York State. Her descriptions, insight and excellent photography support this 800km cycling odyssey. Lisa Stokes Cycling Tourism – Erie Canalway Blogs Click on buttons to see each of the 13 days of her trip. Enjoy…
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OBRY at Bike the Creek
Bike the Creek 2024 welcomed Peel and Dufferin’s upcoming historic railway transformation to an active transportation corridor rail trail. An important tourism draw, this corridor will be used for recreation and commuting between our urban communities, connecting to other trails and network roads along the way. In keeping with our BtC 2024 theme of cycling…
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Ride your Bike to Carabram
Navigate your route to the different Carabram pavilions to experience Brampton’s Multicultural Festival. – July 12, 13, 14, 2024 Use Brampton Tourism’s FREE Ride with GPS route. Get turn-by-turn cues without using data. 2. Sign up to become Brampton member by link below. You are automatically approved after you enter your contact information. You will not receive notification.…
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Bike the Creek 2024
See highlights of Bike the Creek 2024 and pedal down memory lane as we celebrated the 10th anniversary of Bike the Creek, Region of Peel’s signature cycling event. Partners Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, City of Brampton, Town of Caledon, City of Mississauga and BikeBrampton collaborated to provide a free fun family event on June…
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Bike Basics for Kids
Brampton Recreation is offering spring Bike Basics courses for kids 6-14 years old. Whether your child is learning to ride a bike or wants to sharpen their skills, Bike Basics will get them riding with more confidence. In this 2-hour workshop, participants will learn about proper bike fit, safety equipment, street signs, signaling, stopping and…
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Bikes belong in Intersections
A bicycle is a vehicle, allowed on the road. Intersections are the most dangerous part of roads. Let’s look at how motor vehicles and bikes can safely share this space. The term ‘bikes’ are used through this post to refer to all micro-mobility devices as defined by Province of Ontario. Please consult the Act and…
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Bikes belong on Trails
A bicycle is a vehicle, allowed on the road. Bikes can also be ridden on trails that are shared with pedestrians. Let’s discuss the pros and cons of why you would pick one or the other for your cycling trip. Yes, bikes belong on trails, and bikes belong on roads. In Brampton, trails are in…
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