Overview of Breakout Sessions
2011 Ontario Bike Summit: Overview of Breakout Sessions
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The following represents the selection of workshops to be presented at the 2011 Ontario Bike Summit. Please stay tuned for further information as to location and time.
Workshops will run concurrently – attendees will have a choice of workshops at any given time.
All workshops, including the Mobile Workshop, will be held on Monday, June 27th.
From Concept to Construction: Ottawa’s Segregated Bicycle Lane Pilot Project.
The City of Ottawa is building the first downtown segregated bike lanes in Ontario in a two-year pilot project on Laurier Avenue West. Laurier Avenue was chosen after a thorough study of options for an east-west corridor through the downtown, resulting in a Transportation Committee report approved by City Council in February, 2011.
A detailed design of the street, with a segregated cycling lane on each side, has been completed in advance of construction. The City is aiming to open the segregated bike lanes late this summer, though weather conditions could affect that schedule. The City is working in co-operation with the National Capital Commission, which is also installing a cycling facility, between Bay Street and the Portage Bridge.
City staff, with support from their design consultant MRC/MMM Group will provide an overview of this complex and unique project which will include information on the challenges in selecting and planning this facility (both technical and non-technical challenges) and information on how these were addressed. The presentation will be followed by Q & A session.
Improving Intersections for Bicycling in Ottawa: A Case Study
This workshop will be led by representatives from Delphi-MRC (Member of the MMM Group) and City staff, will focus on the human-centered Intersection Evaluation Tools the firm developed for the City of Ottawa. Participants in the workshop will also have the opportunity to suggest possible solutions for accommodating cyclists and pedestrians at a pre-selected intersection in Ottawa during an interactive discussion session.
Interactive Design Challenge
City of Ottawa staff has designed a brainstorming and design activity session which will explore ways to integrate bicycling into the transportation mix along with pedestrians, cars and buses. Participants will work in groups to find a solution to the “design challenge” and then present their solutions to the workshop. There will be a vote to determine the most creative solution and prizes to the winners! No matter what your background this promises to be a creative and stimulating, interactive session. A great way to think through user group facilitated sessions and learn and hear how to resolve design conundrums!
Active and Safe Routes to School
Representatives from Green Communities Canada and Velo Quebec will provide an overview of the “abc’s” of School Travel Planning, how to engage community and education stakeholders, and how to implement an Active and Safe Routes to School program in your community. This promises to be an informative and educational session for those wanting to know how to begin, and learn about how to articulate the benefits to key audiences.
Building Bicycle Friendly Communities: The Role for Independent Bike Dealers
Independent Bike Dealers work daily in their communities – not just as retailers – but as advocates for healthy, liveable communities. Many lead fundraising initiatives, conduct workshops to encourage children and women to cycle, and many are involved in discussions at City Hall to promote and encourage cycling. As such, IBDs are important partners in our efforts to build Bicycle Friendly Communities. This workshop will present examples of that community involvement and leadership with a view to encouraging the retailer-advocate relationship and growing these important partnerships.
Programs and Facilities to Engage Youth in Cycling
Learn how community-based programs, initiatives, facilities and design excellence are contributing to encouraging youth to get on their bikes – and stay there. This session will feature ideas on how to engage young riders through bike park facilities and programs, as well as effective design and planning initiatives.
Improving Community Health: Creating Healthy Communities for All
The connection between transportation and public health grows stronger every day. Join representatives from the Public Health Agency of Canada, City of Ottawa Public Health (the Medical Officer of Health), and the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada as they discuss recent policy developments (Public Health and the Built Environment) and as they outline opportunities to increase physical activity in your community.
Advocacy 101: Effective Campaigns for Growing Bicycling in Your Community
This workshop will provide examples of effective advocacy campaigns to grow cycling. Case studies from grass roots, not for profit organizations will be featured, as will examples from both urban and rural organizations. This is a must-attend for anyone who works at shaping public opinion, and looking for ways to advance issues with a broad base of stakeholders – including opinion leaders, decision makers and politicians.
Bicycle Travel and Tourism: The View from Ontario and Beyond
Bicycle travel and tourism is a growing phenomenon around the world and Ontario is no exception. Participants in this workshop will learn about exciting new developments in bicycle tourism route development and initiatives in Ontario, and will feature case studies and presentations from the cities of Sault Ste. Marie, the County of Essex and from the 45,000 member Adventure Cycling Association based in Missoula Montana. Learn how your community can leverage your tourism and travel assets to create jobs and bring bicycle tourism to your area. Finally, you’ll learn how investing in bicycle tourism, cycling infrastructure and travel assets can contribute to making your community more bicycle friendly and grow cycling in your area!
Bicycling in Canada’s Largest Cities: Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver
Bicycling is booming across Canada and many cities have become incubators for bicycle friendly designs policies, approaches and promotion. Population density is increasing, especially in Canada’s largest cities. Worldwide, by 2050 the United Nations estimates that more than 60% of the world’s population will live in cities. How can the challenges of congestion and its related implications be met? How can champions for cycling be developed and facilities improved in the context of challenging political debates? The more local governments embrace cycling, the more provincial governments will fund cycling infrastructure and innovation. Attend this session to hear how Montreal, Vancouver and Toronto are meeting the challenges of encouraging and growing bicycling in their cities.
Mobile Workshop – (30 person max) - Click Here To Register
Date: Monday June 27th
Time: 2:30- 5:30 p.m.
Transportation: Bicycles will be made available for participants. Bikes will leave the Museum of Nature at 2:30p.m. Arrangements are being made in the event of inclement weather. Please stay tuned for details. If you intend to use your own bike please indicate that on the registration form.
Registration: Registration for this workshop will be limited to 30 participants on a first-come, first-served basis, and is now open. Please use the link above to register.
Workshop Description: The City of Ottawa is one of Canada’s most bicycle friendly cities with over 170 km of bike paths. More recently, the city announced the first segregated bike lane in Ontario – a pilot project on Laurier Avenue. On this mobile workshop, led by staff from the city of Ottawa and the National Capital Commission (NCC) , you will see the most recent infrastructure developments both on and off road. You will also see first-hand the new Capital Bixi Bike Sharing Program, recently launched by the NCC in Ottawa-Gatineau.
