eBikes Fall 2024 - eCities

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eCities – London, Ont. – Population 447,255

October 29, 2024 - According to its 2016 Cycling Master Plan, soon to be superseded by a Mobility Master Plan, the modal share for cycling is approximately 1.4% and the approved goal for 2050 is 32.5% of trips by walking, cycling and transit.

London receives $24.5 million and plans to add over 300km of cycling facilities by 2050. ©

Bicycle parking plans include designing and constructing one to three bike parking structures with 60-75 parking spaces, locking features, shelter, benches, lighting and signage.

Since 2021, the City has been testing secure bike parking lockers in three locations downtown, and the goal is to add more across the city. This initiative is tied to the upcoming rapid transit system as demand continues to grow.

In 2023, the City joined the provincial Cargo Power-assisted Bicycle pilot program, with a focus on raising awareness of their benefits including education on the regulations and rules of the road.

This past summer, the city hosted a successful 2-day event, All About E-Bikes. The event was done in partnership with the London Environmental Network and London Cycle Link, where residents could learn more about e-bikes and e-cargo bikes and the options available to incorporate them into workplace environments and daily life, along with test rides.

London Cycle Link is a local advocacy group promoting safe streets and paths while fostering a thriving cycling culture. Its Ride to Thrive program provides cycling education to students in grades 5 and 6 to promote active transportation. The London Environmental Network offers environmental programs and climate action opportunities for all residents.

While there are currently no bikeshare operations in London, the City hopes to incorporate a program into their budget in the near future.

London has initiated a number of road safety campaigns to implement Vision Zero. Its goals include active and safe routes to school, leading pedestrian intervals, automated speed enforcement, protected intersections, lowering speed limits and more.

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