Category Archives: legislation

The Act

Posted on December 6, 2008 by Padraic

Take the Lane rips into some forthcoming modifications to Ontario’s Highway Traffic Act, including its outdated requirement that cyclists have “reflective tape” on their bikes when cycling at night, and the lack of a provision forcing motorists to give cyclists … Continue reading →

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The rule of law

Posted on June 28, 2008 by Padraic

A few months ago, I was reading Advocacy and Respect for Cyclists’ primer on “Cyclists and the Law” and was surprised to learn that the Ontario Highway Traffic Act contains a provision to prohibit parked motorists from ‘dooring’ cyclists, or … Continue reading →

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Two quick items, one going somewhere; the other likely nowhere

Posted on June 20, 2008 by Padraic

Two quick things: The Ottawa Cycling Plan was approved by the city Transportation Committee earlier in the week, and is now off to full Council for approval. The Citizen has a story, and you can read the full plan online.  … Continue reading →

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