Resources
Want to learn more about cycling in Hamilton and the surrounding area? We’ve compiled a list of some of the best resources to help you with everything from cycling safety to navigating the local trails. See the various categories below to learn more.
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Collisions
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Pedestrian Safety
Information about pedestrian safety in Hamilton, Ontario.
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Cyclist, Pedestrian Collisions on the Rise in Hamilton
Article from the Hamilton Spectator on the rise in pedestrian collisions in Hamilton, Ontario.
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Vision Zero – City of Hamilton
Information on the Vision Zero movement in Hamilton, ON.
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Cycling Programs
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Share the Road Cycling Coalition
Share the Road is a provincial cycling advocacy and education organization working to build a bicycle-friendly Ontario by coordinating programs, events, and advocacy efforts across the province.
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CAN-BIKE
Run by Cycling Canada, the CAN-BIKE program is a series of progression courses taught on all aspects of cycling to ride safely, effectively, and enjoyably on the road.
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New Hope Community Bikes
A learning hub for building and repairing bikes, offering safe cycling education, providing access to affordable transportation, and fostering a rich and inclusive cycling community.
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Hamilton Street-Railway’s Mountain Climber Program
Information on the HSR’s new Mountain Climber, which allows cyclists to take their bikes up the escarpment for free on certain buses.
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Cycling Safety
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Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety for All Ages
Please note, this resource was created in the context of Chicago, IL by Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers LLC. Thank you to a local Boy Scout troop for sharing this resource from their own research.
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Cycling Safety Pointers
A list from the City of Hamilton of cyclists’ tips, responsibilities, and news updates, including Hamilton’s new green bike boxes.
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Friendly Streets
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Friendly Streets Hamilton Toolkit
Friendly Streets Hamilton recently put together a 14-module toolkit on traffic calming, cycle-friendly business tips, street vibrancy, and more! Check out the toolkit for full details!…
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Friendly Streets
Friendly Streets: Working together towards more walkable, bikeable neighbourhoods is a collaborative initiative between Cycle Hamilton and Environment Hamilton designed to engage community stakeholders in securing safer cycling and walking conditions in urban Hamilton. Check out their blog for…
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Government Cycling Policies
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Ontario Bicycle Safety
Cycling laws, information, and more helpful resources from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation.
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Cycling Master Plan
Hamilton’s Cycling Master Plan is intended to guide the development and operation of its cycling infrastructure for the next twenty years.
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Recreational & Commuter Routes
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City of Hamilton Alleyways
A map of Hamilton’s alleyways.
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Hamilton Cycling Trails Map
A map of Hamilton’s Cycling Network created by Smart Commute Hamilton.
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