The Sidewalk Safety Committee launched an initiative in July 2024 following citizen concerns related to bikes and micro-mobility devices operated on local sidewalks. This program is designed to educate the community and general public on the importance of keeping sidewalks for pedestrians and the associated fines for their misuse. A poster was shared with community businesses and residential condominium buildings in an attempt to drive awareness of this issue and reduce incidents, thus improving community sidewalk safety.
Residents of the Bay Cloverhill neighbourhood want to feel safe on the sidewalk.
Please help out by being respectful of pedestrians. Seniors or people with mobility or vision issues are at particular risk.
Please help out by being respectful of pedestrians. Seniors or people with mobility or vision issues are at particular risk.
DO NOT RIDE YOUR BIKE ON THE SIDEWALK!
Avoid accidents by walking your bike when on the sidewalk. Injuries to pedestrians can be severe, and may have a fatal result.
Good Riding Habits
- Follow the rules of the road.
- Always ride in the bike lane or on the street.
- Use hand signals.
- Be aware of pedestrians and cars.
Delivery Drivers
Time is important when making a pick up or delivery, but safety saves everyone time in the long run. Kindly walk your bike when you are on the sidewalk to avoid pedestrian injuries.
Please don’t park your bike blocking a building entrance.
Please don’t park your bike blocking a building entrance.
Micromobility Devices
Micromobility is an efficient way to get around the City by using lightweight modes of transportation that are powered by people, electricity or fuel. Some micromobility devices are not allowed on public property, including sidewalks.
These ebikes are allowed:
These devices are not allowed:
Bicycles and unmodified ebikes are allowed in bicycle lanes or cycle tracks. Motorized wheelchairs are allowed on sidewalks.
These ebikes are allowed:
These devices are not allowed:
- Segway
- Electric longboard or skateboard
- Electric scooter
- Hoverboard
- E-unicycle
- Golf cart
Bicycles and unmodified ebikes are allowed in bicycle lanes or cycle tracks. Motorized wheelchairs are allowed on sidewalks.
Resources
[email protected]
www.tps.ca
www.baycloverhill.com
www.cycleto.ca
https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/streets-parking-transportation/cycling-in-toronto/
www.tps.ca
www.baycloverhill.com
www.cycleto.ca
https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/streets-parking-transportation/cycling-in-toronto/
Not Following the Rules is Expensive!!
Cyclists are legally required to follow traffic rules, obey signs and use hand signals. Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950 governs the conduct of cyclists. Under Chapter 950-201 C(2) , riding of bicycles, e-bikes, scooters or mopeds on sidewalks is NOT allowed, unless the rider is under the age of 14.
Fines, Victim Fine Surcharge and Costs are applicable for any tickets issued under the Ontario Highway Traffic Act (HTA). Increased fines apply if there is a Community Safety Zone.
Fines, Victim Fine Surcharge and Costs are applicable for any tickets issued under the Ontario Highway Traffic Act (HTA). Increased fines apply if there is a Community Safety Zone.
Rule |
HTA Section |
Set Fine |
Total Cost |
Riding bicycle on a sidewalk being age 14 or older |
950-2013C(2) |
$60 |
$75 |
Improper use of bicycle lights |
62(17) |
$85 |
$110 |
Lack of working bell or horn |
75(5) |
$85 |
$110 |
Improper brakes on bicycle |
64(3) |
$85 |
$110 |
Operate an unsafe vehicle |
84(1) |
$85 |
$110 |
Cyclist riding in a pedestrian cross-over (mid-block) |
140(6) |
$85 |
$110 |
Cyclist riding in a pedestrian crosswalk |
144(29) |
$85 |
$110 |
Drive the wrong way on a one-way road |
153 |
$85 |
$110 |
Two persons riding on a bicycle designed for one person |
178(2) |
$85 |
$110 |
Improper (or no) arm signal to indicate turns or stops |
142 |
$85 |
$110 |
Cyclist attaching to vehicle or streetcar |
178(1) |
$85 |
$110 |
Cyclist failing to stop |
218(2) |
$85 |
$110 |
Cyclist failing to identify |
218(2) |
$85 |
$110 |
Riding bicycle on a sidewalk being age 14 or older |
950-2013C(2) |
$60 |
$75 |
Disobey a stop sign or fail to stop |
136(1) (a) |
$85 |
$110 |
Cyclist disobeying a lane light |
144(10)(a) |
$85 |
$110 |
Failure to stop at an amber light |
144 (15) |
$150 |
$180 |
Failure to stop at a red light |
144 (18) |
$260 + 3 points |
$325 |
Careless operation of bicycle |
130 |
$400 |
$490 |
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If you would like to download an information sheet of the above information, click on the adjacent file.
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