Walking and Cycling

What are the health benefits of walking and cycling?
Active transportation is choosing to walk or cycle as your day-to-day way of getting from one place to the other. Your health will benefit greatly from active transportation.
What are the costs of transportation?
Transportation can be a large part of your monthly expenses. You may wish to consider different options for transportation.
How do I stay safe as a pedestrian?
The best way to be safe while walking around traffic is to follow the rules of the road, obey traffic signals and signs and stay visible.

How can staying physically active protect my health?
Exercising regularly can help you stay healthy so you can be physically fit and emotionally strong to better cope with the stress factors that you may experience when you immigrate to your new country.
Why should I choose to cycle?
Cycling is a great way to beat the traffic congestion during peak hours. You may even get to where you need to go faster.
What are my rights and responsibilities as a cyclist?
Cyclists must follow the same traffic laws as other road users.

The Toronto Cyclists Handbook
This guide covers all you need to know about riding your bike in the city.
Traveling by Bicycle in Ontario
There are many ways you can travel around Ontario with your bicycle.
How do I stay safe as a cyclist?
The best way to be safe while cycling is to follow the rules of the road, be predictable and stay visible.

How can I keep my bicycle safe?
You can play an important role in reducing bicycle thefts. Protect your bike when you park it, register your bicycle, make a police report if your bike is stolen and do not buy stolen bicycles.
What should I do if I get into a collision while cycling?
A collision can be traumatic. If you get into one, try to stay calm and take your time to assess the situation. Do not get back on your bicycle right away.

What are the health benefits of walking and cycling?