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    Cycling Safety Tips

    Being observant, obeying the laws and wearing a helmet is the best way to ensure you have an enjoyable and safe cycling experience.



    As a cyclist you should follow the rules of the road and be sure to do the following:
    • Obey traffic signs and signals.
    • Signal when turning.
    • Stop for pedestrians crossing the roadway.
    • Walk your bike if crossing in a pedestrian crosswalk.
    • Ride in the same direction as traffic.
    • Stop for school busses when they indicate.
    Note: If you feel uneasy riding on the roadway you can walk your bicycle on the sidewalks and ride on quieter residential streets.

    As a cyclist you should have the required safety equipment which includes:
    • A bell or horn.
    • A front light and back light (or front and back reflector strips.
    • Proper working brakes.
    • If you are under 18 years old, you must wear an approved helmet. Cyclists over 18 are encouraged to wear helmets for their own safety.
    Obey the Law

    The laws you must follow as a cyclist can be found in the Highway Traffic Act (HTA). If you disobey these laws or fail to have the required equipment you can be charged and fined.

    Click here for an online guide to key sections in the HTA concerning cyclists.
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