With school now out for the summer, more children, families, cyclists, and pedestrians will be outdoors on our streets and pathways. Let’s all do our part to keep our community safe.
Under Alberta law, all cyclists under 18 years of age are required to wear a properly fitted bicycle helmet when riding a bicycle, scooter, skateboard, or inline skates. A helmet is one of the simplest ways to help prevent serious head injuries.
All cyclists must obey all traffic laws, signs, and signals such as riding in the same direction as traffic and using hand signals when turning.
When using trails and pathways cyclists must also slow down for pedestrians, give audible warnings or use a bell when passing, and be courteous and respectful when sharing trails and pathways.
Drivers are asked to be extra vigilant throughout the summer and anticipate more children playing and crossing streets unexpectantly. Remember to slow down in residential areas and near parks.
Let’s work together to make this a safe and enjoyable summer for everyone on Redcliff!
For questions, comments, concerns, or to report problem areas, please email bylaw@redcliff.ca and Redcliff Bylaw will follow up with you.
