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A volunteer committee dedicated to fostering a culture of cycling in Peterborough city and county.

04/21/2026

A fantastic article about how, over the past decade, Paris has been transformed from a car centric city to a cycling and pedestrian wonderland. Another world is possible, but only if we elect officials who care about making our cities better places to live and be. Mayors of North America, take note!

04/17/2026

At a recent City Council meeting, members of P-BAC gave delegations asking council to defer the Environmental Assessment (EA) – a study that will cost $500,000 of taxpayer funds in consulting fees – and instead implement desperately needed safety improvements on Clonsilla Avenue that do not require an EA. Sara Whitehead, local coroner and transportation safety expert, argued along with P-BAC that addressing speed on Clonsilla is needed in the short term. Jay Fitzsimmons also spoke to the project, asking that the segment of new road being considered through the Kinsmen Community Centre property be removed from the study, citing the safety of children who play soccer there.

Wide, multi-lane roads encourage speeding and make roads unsafe for everyone. One of the short-term safety measures P-BAC proposed was a ‘road diet’: to change Clonsilla from a four-lane to three-lane road, with left-turn lanes. This was done on George Street south of Sherbrooke Street near the Holiday Inn, and it is now safer and more pleasant to drive and bike on. Road diets have been implemented on roads like Clonsilla all across North America with great results.

While Council voted unanimously to remove the new road by the Kinsmen Centre from the study, Councillors LaChica and Bierk’s motion to include short-term safety measures alongside the EA failed, with no other Councillors supporting it. To watch our delegations, view them beginning at minute 11:00 at the 🔗 in our profile.

We hope the study evolves to encompass safety as a priority, and that council and staff have a greater appetite for inclusive street design vs. traffic modelling to guide their decision-making in the future.

01/27/2026

PBAC is happy to sponsor ’s ✨ THE SURVIVAL OF THE WOODEN CANOE, by Joan Barrett & Rodney Fuentes, chronicles the adventures of one couple who, over 50 years, built a business based on teaching the art of canoe-building. Ted Moores and his partner Joan Barrett are trailblazers in the growing sphere of DIY craftspeople, helping people realize their dreams of building truly beautiful and functional boats.

📅 The Survival Of The Wooden Canoe is screening in person on Sunday, February 1, at 10:00 AM at Showplace Performance Centre.
This film is NOT a part of our Virtual Program.

For more info: ReFrame’s Link in Bio > 📑 FILM GUIDE

01/19/2026

Have Your Say in the Future of Jackson Park! The City of Peterborough is developing a Jackson Park and Valley Management Plan. There is a public input session on Wednesday, January 21st, from 6 - 8 PM, at the McDonnel Street Community Centre (577 McDonnel St., Peterborough).

Previous surveys have shown that Peterborough citizens place a high value on natural areas and want to see parks managed to reflect this. From a walking and cycling perspective, the Cycling Master Plan identifies several trail improvements, such as from Fairbairn Street down the hill to the pond.

There is also a survey on the ConnectPtbo website that closes February 20th. Some questions to consider as you fill out the survey:

1. What are your experiences with using the trail system for a) recreation and wellness and b) mobility and commuting? How can these experiences be improved?
2. How do you want the TransCanada Trail to be maintained and used through the seasons?
3. Should the informal trails be formalized and an effort be made to keep people on these trails to protect the natural areas they pass through?
4. Should mountain biking be permitted on the informal trails?
5. Do you want road or bridge infrastructure to be built across or in the park or valley?

The Jackson Park Management Plan will shape the future of Jackson Park and Valley and guide investments in its natural, heritage and recreational features.

For more information and to fill out the survey visit: https://www.connectptbo.ca/jackson-park

We hope to see you at the public consultation this Wednesday from 6-8 PM!

11/21/2025

From : The province is rushing its latest omnibus through legislation, Bill 60, Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, bypassing committees and shutting down public debate.

Bill 60 is an escalation of Bill 212’s attack on evidence based decision making. It will prohibit any municipality in Ontario from reducing motor vehicle lanes to build new bike lanes.

The wording is so broad that it could block bus priority lanes, patios and cafes, school streets, and other street improvements that rely on reallocating space from cars to people.

Does safe infrastructure matter to you and your community? Whether you bike daily, occasionally, or just want more convenient transportation options and more vibrant communities for your family, this bill is a huge step backwards. Speak up now.

Submit a comment to the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO)The ERO is where the province is required to accept public input on major policy changes. Comments here become part of the public record, and those comments matter.

Submit your comments at the link in our profile. Comments close TOMORROW, November 22 at 11:59 pm.

11/08/2025

Premier Ford wants to further limit municipal authority with Omnibus Bill 60, which bans any new bike lanes from being installed if it means removing a lane of car traffic to do so. There are very few safe and separated bike lanes that don’t require road reconfiguration.

The government is fast-tracking this legislation, effectively shutting down debate on second and third reading of the bill in order to get it passed quickly.

Link in our profile to send a message to Premier Ford, Minister Sarkaria and your MPP today, to demand that they oppose this legislation. To call local MPP, Dave Smith: 705 742-3777

Thank you for taking action on this!

10/24/2025

The City of Peterborough is developing a tourism strategy to guide how Peterborough can grow as a competitive, sustainable, four-season destination. Over the coming weeks and months, there will be opportunities for the community to participate in conversations and other engagement activities to help shape the future of tourism in Peterborough. Survey closes Oct. 31st. Take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/COPTourismStrategySurvey

10/18/2025

The Ontario Government plans to introduce legislation next month to ban speed cameras. From the change.org petition website, “Speed cameras play a critical role in enforcing speed limits and deterring dangerous driving habits in residential areas, especially near schools and playgrounds. According to the World Health Organization, speed is a key risk factor in road traffic injuries, contributing to approximately one in three of all road traffic fatalities in high-income countries. By reinstating speed cameras, we can reduce this risk and save lives.

The decision to remove these cameras overlooks the safety and well-being of our communities. Cities across the province, which have implemented speed cameras, have seen significant reductions in speeding incidents and accidents. Studies repeatedly show that speed cameras effectively reduce speeding, which in turn leads to fewer severe crashes.

The safety of our children should never be compromised. We need to prioritize their lives over our convenience. By reinstating speed cameras, we are taking a proactive approach to safeguard our streets and ensure our children can walk, bike, and play without fear.

Let us come together and urge the Government of Ontario to reverse its decision and reinstate speed cameras in community safety zones. Your signature can make a difference in creating a safer environment for all our families. Please sign this petition and help protect our children’s future.”

Sign the petition here: https://www.change.org/p/reverse-the-decision-on-speed-cameras-in-ontario

10/08/2025

B!KE Bright Bethune Street - this Thursday!

Stay visible and safe this season with free bike lights courtesy of Peterborough Bicycle Advisory Committee - PBAC and B!KE. We'll be on Bethune near the intersection with Charlotte St from 5-7 pm this Thursday, Oct 9. Lights will be offered to people on bikes while supplies last.

10/02/2025

Have you heard of ? Launched in 2013, their aim is to end bike theft by connecting riders, bike shops and cities with tools to outsmart thieves. Data from a recent 529 newsletter, where they analysed over 2,200 recovery stories, found:

* 33% of recoveries mention the police
* 16% of recovery notes include use of trackers
* 15% of users mention bikes found on online marketplaces, like Facebook or Craigslist
* 11% were helped by good Samaritans spotting stolen bikes and speaking up

Furthermore, “Reported data from over 35,000 theft cases suggests that bikes with a 529 Shield are, on average, recovered 2.1 times more often than those without.” Head to the link in our profile to register your bike with the city of Peterborough and Project 529 today!

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