A Very Bad Week on Ottawa Roads

Just over a week ago, the provincial government announced it was looking at banning bike lanes anywhere that might take away a lane of car traffic. That was followed a few days later by the Premier making exaggerated (false) claims about Toronto bike lanes. You can read the fact check here. So far this week […]

Who Needs Protection from Cars?

Judging by Ottawa’s infrastructure, the answer is cars, not vulnerable road users. The image on the left shows yet another broken flexipost that is supposedly there to protect a bike lane. It’s one of many that Bike Ottawa members have photographed and shared just this summer. They don’t bother taking pictures of most because they’re […]

Bike Lockers coming to Ottawa

From the City Of Ottawa today: Attention all Ottawa cycling enthusiasts! The City of Ottawa is now offering an innovative new bike parking solution for cyclists travelling in the downtown core. Our new Secure Bike Parking Lockers, placed at three key destination areas, provide residents and visitors alike with a high quality, secure option for […]