Rent your wheels in bike share trial

June 9, 2009 · Filed Under Blog, Community

There is an article in Metro Ottawa about a pilot program being undertaken by NCC, Gatineau and Ottawa to promote healthier/cleaner transportation by way of bike rental. It is an idea borrowed from other communities that have this infrastructure in-place, and festivals such as Rideau Canal Festival and Bluesfest already promote the use of bikes as a preferred source of transportation to get to their events. We’ll be interested in seeing the findings of the project this Fall.

TRACEY TONG | METRO OTTAWA

This summer, residents on both sides of the river will be able to take advantage of fast, healthy, eco-friendly transit – without owning their own bikes.

The National Capital Commission and the cities of Ottawa and Gatineau launched their Ottawa-Gatineau Bike Share Trial Run Monday. The program – which allows residents, workers and visitors in the National Capital Region to travel in a greener way – is also part of a feasibility study for a permanent bike share program.

“This is another positive step towards making the National Capital Region a more vibrant, livable and attractive place,” said NCC CEO Marie Lemay. “It lays the groundwork for a broader progressive initiative that encourages environmentally friendly travel.”

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Tags: bike, environment, Gatineau, National Capital Commission, NCC, Ottawa