Walk On, Victoria

We’re making sure everyone feels safe on the roads with new regulations for minimum passing distances. Today, new rules come into effect that require drivers to give additional space when passing vulnerable road users, such as pedestrians & cyclists. news.gov.bc.ca/31002

The draft Road Safety Action Plan is ready and we are seeking your feedback through a survey until March 31! Learn about the Safe System Approach and how this approach will help us achieve improved road safety. Read the plan and take the survey: saanich.ca/roadsafetyacti…

The draft Road Safety Action Plan is available and Public Engagement is underway! Read the Draft Plan and take the 5-minute survey: saanich.ca/EN/main/news-e…

Update: passed unanimously 9-0 by council! Very happy we are all committed to a greener, more climate friendly, pedestrianized city :) #yyj

Saanich has come a long way in improving walkability, cyclability & building out a walking & cycling network. The updated AT plan is a road map for the next 5 years to make our roads & trails safer & easier for everyone to get to get around. 🚶‍♀️🚴‍♂️🧑‍🦽🚌🚗 timescolonist.com/local-news/upd…

@CapitalBikeCa We always appreciated working and collaborating with you, Adam. Congrats on the new role!

With great pride and some sadness, we announce that our Executive Director, Adam Krupper, is moving on to a new role! To say we will miss Adam is an understatement but we are so happy for the new opportunities coming his way. Read about Adam's impact: capitalbike.ca/big-changes-co…

On the same night #saanich council is discussing the Active Transportation Plan, a pedestrian is struck near Cedar Hill rec. On average, a pedestrian is killed every 1-2 years in Saanich, usually in a x walk. Lives are on the line. ATP roll out asp! timescolonist.com/local-news/saa…

PeDeStriAN sAfeTy is A shArED reSPonSIBilitY

A further reminder to motorists.... Always keep your front driver and passenger-side windows rolled down and your radio off, so you can hear other road users and not crush them to death with your motor vehicle.

Let's get this straight- the pedestrian is crossing at a marked crosswalk, hit the flashing lights, and somehow she is to blame??? What on earth is this messaging. There is nothing illegal about wearing black or listening to headphones while walking.

Pedestrians, please stop scurrying across the street just because you see a driver waiting to turn. You have every right to be in the crosswalk and to walk at a pace that is comfortable for you. The driver can wait their turn.

The David Foster Harbour Pathway continues to connect more of the city along the water. The newest section is now open between the Johnson St Bridge and Swift St and includes a wide walkway, great views and seating. Learn more: ow.ly/8i7t50PSGNH

In Victoria, less than half of daily trips were made by car. But car use is much higher in the West Shore and Saanich Peninsula. timescolonist.com/local-news/wer…

Cycling, walking ‘gaining traction’ in Greater Victoria, says CRD board head dlvr.it/Sw3q3Y

It is back to school season! Parents and guardians as your kids start their commutes to school do you know of any intersections or roads that you worry about them crossing. Report these locations to WalkRollMap.org 📍

Not having safe crosswalks is like not having railings on balconies, says civil engineer, a road safety advocate timescolonist.com/local-news/dea…

The fine for speeding in a school zone begins at $196 for driving 31 to 50 km/h and goes up as speed increases timescolonist.com/local-news/slo…

The City of Victoria is seeking input on six streets that are being upgraded in 2024-25. Share your input on how they can be made safer and more comfortable for everyone. Learn more: engage.victoria.ca/street-upgrades.

Victoria removed a dangerous “slip lane” to improve pedestrian safety and plant new trees. Here are the before/after shots:

Reporting near-misses are integral because they allow researchers like us to better understand where there are areas of potential danger for future crashes. Report yours today at WalkRollMap.org