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Cycling in the Greenbelt

The Ottawa-Gatineau Cycling Map.Launch the Interactive Map The following pathways, located in the
Documents Ottawa–Gatineau Cycling Map (52.941 MB)
Parks Cycling
Parkways Cycling

Cycling in Gatineau Park

The Ottawa–Gatineau Cycling Map displays all of the major cycling paths and trails in the National Capital
Ottawa–Gatineau Interactive Cycling Map
Be prepared to encounter hilly terrain: you need to be in good shape and have some skill in cycling to
When cycling on the parkways, you must respect Quebec’s Highway Safety Code.
Documents Ottawa–Gatineau Cycling Map (52.941 MB) Gatineau Park Summer 2022

Mackenzie Avenue Cycling Lanes

Province of Ontario, aimed to improve mobility on Confederation Boulevard by constructing dedicated cycling
The Mackenzie Avenue cycling lanes projects involved the following: Construction of a partially raised
, bi-directional cycling lane on the east side of Mackenzie Avenue Replacement of the jersey barriers
in front of the U.S. embassy with new security bollards Connecting the new cycling lane to existing
cycling lanes on Sussex Drive, St.

NCC’s guide to cycling in Ottawa–Gatineau

Cycling
To help you navigate all these options, we’ve prepared a complete guide to cycling in Ottawa–Gatineau
This map features close to 20 cycling routes in Ottawa–Gatineau.
Summer activities interactive map: Cycling If you prefer, choose one of the eight suggestions below:
As it is tucked away alongside the cycling pathway, many miss it.

Safe cycling improvements at the Chaudières Crossing

Widening of Cycle Track and Resurfacing of Portage Bridge

The bridge’s cycling lanes are used by over 300,000 cyclists per year, with the number of cyclists increasing
Over a period of two years, 2018 and 2019, the NCC rehabilitated the asphalt surface and enhanced the cycle
reconstruction in 10 to 25 years. 2019 (Work completed) Widening of the current bidirectional cycle
track from 2.5 m to 2.6 m, with the addition of a vertical concrete and steel barrier between the cycle
Adjustments to the motor vehicle lanes to accommodate the improved cycle track.

Mackenzie Avenue newest spoke in Ottawa’s cycling network

The track is bi-directional, similar to the cycle track along O’Connor Street, and runs along the east
continues to expand its cycling infrastructure.
Embassy “Ontario is taking action to make the province a more cycling-friendly place.
·         By end of 2016, the city had a cycling network of over 900km.
further develop its cycling network and promote cycling as a sustainable mode of transportation.

Champlain Bridge Rehabilitation

Currently, various components of the bridge require rehabilitation as part of life cycle repair and maintenance
will remain open during construction, with as minimal impact and disruption as possible to vehicle, cycling
asphalt surface Repair and replacement of expansion joints Enhanced safety for cyclists Improving cycling
safety The NCC will enhance the existing cycle track to a higher level of safety.
It has: One lane in each direction One reversible bidirectional high-occupancy vehicle lane One cycling

Enhanced Look and Greater Access: Coming Soon to the Portage Corridor

approved by the NCC Board of Directors are as follows:  Portage Bridge: Surface improvements and new cycle
track Widening of the existing bidirectional cycle track from 2.5 metres to 2.6 metres, with a 25-centimetre
vertical barrier between the cycle track and the motor vehicle lanes.
Adjustments to the motor vehicle lanes to accommodate the improved cycle track.
The Portage Bridge cycling lanes are used by over 300,000 cyclists per year, with the number of cyclists

Rehabilitating Champlain Bridge to ensure resilience and safety

Work will impact the flow of cycling traffic in the bike lanes next to the work zones on the bridge.
Improving cycling safety As part of the rehabilitation work, the NCC will enhance the existing cycle
Friday, September 9, 2022 1:00 pm Blogs Parks Cycling
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NCC’s guide to cycling

Capital Pathway

Skiing, skating or cycling with your dog is not allowed.
Maps and planning tools The Ottawa–Gatineau Cycling Map displays all of the major cycling paths and
Ottawa-Gatineau Interactive Cycling Map Download an electronic copy of this map, or pick up a hard copy
It connects with on-road cycling routes, municipal multi-use pathways, sidewalks, walkways in the Capital
Friday, September 9, 2022 1:00 pm Blogs Parks Cycling

Bridges and roads

Macdonald Parkway LeBreton Bridge Refresh of studies for a sixth interprovincial crossing Widening of Cycle
road rehabilitation Philippe Lake Parkway rehabilitation Blair Road boat launch Mackenzie Avenue Cycling
Parkways Cycling

Summer activities in the National Capital Region

Whether you feel like hiking, cycling, picnicking, swimming, canoeing or just taking in the views, there
Cycling will take you past some of the most scenic locations in Ottawa–Gatineau.
Interactive map: Suggested cycling routes Blog: NCC’s guide to cycling in Ottawa–Gatineau
Parks Cycling
Parkways Cycling

The Path Forward for the Capital Pathway

This pathway is partially divided into a cycling lane and a pedestrian lane — and it’s getting lots of
accommodates a wide spectrum of active mobility modes, including walking, jogging, in-line skating, cycling
Parkways Cycling
Blogs Cycling
Blogs Cycling

Summer activities interactive map

Cycling

Greenbelt Visitor Information

Walking or cycling to the Greenbelt For many Ottawa residents, access to the Greenbelt is just steps
Learn more about cycling in the Greenbelt.

Enhancing Canada’s Capital Pathway Network: More Resilient, Connected and Durable

Cycling safety The plan also includes specific measures to support cycling safety by collaborating
Considering the City of Ottawa’s recent Cycling Safety Review of High-Volume Intersections, the NCC will

Scenic Parkways

The parkways are sometimes used for public events such as running and cycling
Parkways Cycling
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Fall Rhapsody

Walking and cycling discovery routes in Ottawa-Gatineau
Walking and cycling
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Cycling We’re as passionate about cycling as you are.
pathway network, updates on NOKIA Sunday Bikedays and suggestions to help you get the most out of the cycling

Closure of a section of trail 24 in the Greenbelt

The NCC will undertake rehabilitation work on the boardwalk that has reached the end of its life cycle

Britannia Pathway Wall Rehabilitation

The Britannia pathway wall is at the end of its life cycle and also was damaged in the spring 2017 flood
Full pedestrian and cycling detours will be in place to ensure that users have reliable and safe options

Confederation Boulevard

municipalities work to renew Confederation Boulevard, they will focus on enhancing the pedestrian and cycling
partnership with the municipalities, will improve the connectivity of Confederation Boulevard to the broader cycling

Major Infrastructure Projects

Widening of Cycle Track and Resurfacing of Portage Bridge The widening of the cycle track and the
the Hog’s Back Swing Bridge As many of the bridge’s components have reached the end of their life cycle
commemorations and public art The NCC will invest approximately $1.5 million for long-deferred life cycle

Temporary closure of the Britannia Pathway

Full pedestrian and cycling detours will be in place to ensure that users have reliable and safe options

Gatineau Park Parkways Schedule

Before the first snowfall: You are allowed to walk or cycle on the Parkways.
As soon as the first snow falls: You are no longer allowed to walk or cycle on the Parkways.
Parkways Cycling

New Greenbelt Pathway Segment

recreational pathways Facilitates activities such as walking and extended hiking, cross-country skiing and cycling

De l'Île Pathway

Full pedestrian and cycling detours were in place for the duration of the project, to ensure that users

Repairs to Commissioners Park water systems

The water mains in Commissioners Park had reached the end of their life cycle

Three “must-do” activities for the Labour Day long weekend

Friday, September 9, 2022 1:00 pm Blogs Parks Cycling
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Share the Path

Know and use the cycling hand signals.
Skiing, skating or cycling with your dog is not allowed on the pathway.

Richmond Landing Shoreline Access Improvements

These have included updates to the Portage Bridge cycling infrastructure and reconstruction on the Voyageurs

Gatineau Park

Cycling
Parkways Cycling

Reimagining a Vital Connection: Alexandra Bridge Replacement

At 120 years old, the current bridge has reached the end of its life cycle.
PSPC has released an executive summary of a life cycle cost analysis and replacement study for the Alexandra

Tick Safety in the Capital

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Monday, November 2, 2020 12:00 pm Gatineau Park Blogs Cycling

Hog’s Back Swing Bridge Rehabilitation

announced in August 2019, components of the Hog’s Back Swing Bridge have reached the end of their life cycle

Project 4: New and inspired sites for major commemorations

seven symbolic nodes around the Capital core area, at junction points in the roadway, pedestrian and cycling

Confederation Boulevard Rehabilitation

Many elements of Confederation Boulevard have reached the end of their life cycle.

Snow removal on pathways

Market A section of the trail near Rideau Falls Park Snow removal operations reduce the life cycle

Managing the Capital Core: An Exciting Challenge!

Capital Illumination Plan, the redevelopment of Nepean Point, the development of the Mackenzie Avenue cycling
Mathieu was recently promoted to senior manager, Operations and Life Cycle, at the NCC.

Six Ideas for Family Outings in Gatineau Park

Safe cycling The hilly terrain of the Gatineau Park parkways presents a good challenge for athletic
But the Park also has other interesting cycling options to discover — including some for beginner cyclists
Parks Cycling

Connections and Mobility

reversal of this trend, with a substantial emphasis on public transportation, ride sharing and segregated cycling
The likely changes may be a continuation of investment in public transit and cycling, more emphasis on
Walking and cycling are two important active mobility modes that often provide the best way to fully
the percentage share of the different modes of transport used) in the Capital and to make walking, cycling

Redevelopment

Parks Cycling

Project 6: Reimagined Confederation Boulevard and its connections

be to improve the pedestrian realm, security and access to public transit; provide for separated cycling

Picnicking

Parkways Cycling
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Dogs on Gatineau Park Trails

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Monday, November 2, 2020 12:00 pm Gatineau Park Blogs Cycling

Report on Activies - June 2017

attended by staff from the cities of Ottawa and Gatineau, members of local environmental organizations, cycling
Mackenzie Avenue Cycling Lanes The new cycling lanes, along with improvements to Mackenzie Avenue,

National Capital Commission Seeking Feedback On Draft Plan For Sir John A. Macdonald Riverfront Park

enhanced river views Enhanced connectivity between the shoreline and communities Safer, segregated cycling

Share the road: Rules on parkways

In Quebec: What the law says for cycling (Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec) In Ontario:

It’s important to “leave what you find” in the Capital

To understand the effects of picking plants, it is important to understand the natural cycle that species
Flowering plants Flowering plants have a cycle that begins with the dispersal of seeds in the environment

Celebrating Canada's 150th

Territories Creation of Pindigen Park and Fleck Fountain Plaza at LeBreton Flats  Construction of new cycling

Advisory committees

architecture interior design environmental design Canadian history heritage sites management life cycle

ByWard Market Improvements

The improvements will protect and extend the life cycle of these properties.

Careers

.”- Mathieu Brisson, Senior Manager, Operations and Life Cycle “At the NCC, there is no limit to what

Ottawa River South Shore Riverfront Park

washroom facilities, water fountains, lookouts, bicycle parking, and food and beverage services Safer cycling

Trail Running with Ray Zahab in Gatineau Park

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Monday, November 2, 2020 12:00 pm Gatineau Park Blogs Cycling

Report on Activities - November 2019

Cycling Lanes The NCC will launch a pilot project that will add two snow-cleared sections of bike lanes
This safe new route will contribute to the Municipality’s goals of ensuring that there is a dedicated cycling

6 spots for a summer picnic

Friday, September 9, 2022 1:00 pm Blogs Parks Cycling
10:53 am Gatineau Park Blogs Parkways Cycling

Five Beaches to Beat the Heat at In Gatineau Park

Friday, September 9, 2022 1:00 pm Blogs Parks Cycling
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Virtual Public Board of Directors Meeting

compatibility with its setting; minimize tree removals and extensive replanting; and enhance pedestrian and cycling

Gatineau Park’s Parkways to Close Overnight

Pedestrians and cyclists will still have access; however, hiking and cycling at night are not recommended

Parks and pathways

Parks Cycling

New Speed Limit on Portage Bridge starting September 6

the northbound lane for high-occupancy vehicles (HOV) toward Gatineau and the bridge’s bidirectional cycle

Hiking a lesser-known trail in Gatineau Park

Parkways Cycling
Blogs Cycling

Seven hiking trails in the Greenbelt where you can get a healthy dose of nature

10:53 am Gatineau Park Blogs Parkways Cycling
Monday, November 2, 2020 12:00 pm Gatineau Park Blogs Cycling

Top 5 Hidden Trails to Hike in the Greenbelt

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Monday, November 2, 2020 12:00 pm Gatineau Park Blogs Cycling

Greenbelt

Cycling

Old Quarry Trail

Scenic bike rides Enjoy cycling

6 2023 LB01 BLB Public

Preston Existing: Booth Street Bridge Existant: Pont de la rue Booth Planned: Preston Pedestrian and Cycling

NCC Board of Directors Approves Ottawa Hospital Master Concept Plan

integration and compatibility with its surroundings minimize tree removal enhance pedestrian and cycling

Long-Term Integrated Interprovincial Crossings Plan

Expand cycling initiatives along key interprovincial routes.

Your Safety in the Greenbelt

When cycling on non-paved Greenbelt multi-use pathways, please do so only when they are hard-packed,

Jacques-Cartier Park

Cycling Take the recreational pathway to the Capital’s downtown core, to admire the beauty of nature

Six things you may not know about Gatineau Park

You go there for cycling
Parkways Cycling

Planning for the Region’s Transport of People and Goods

Expanding cycling initiatives along key interprovincial routes.

Climate Resilience and Indigenous Knowledge

With climate change, the berries are not as abundant and no longer follow the typical seasonal cycle.

Green’s Creek

Scenic bike rides Enjoy cycling

NCC launches final consultations on draft Long-Term Integrated Interprovincial Crossings Plan

region is to meet its climate adaptation needs, alternative modes of transportation — including walking, cycling

Reimagining a vital connection: Kick off to public consultations for the replacement of the Alexandra Bridge

At 120 years old, the current bridge has reached the end of its life cycle, and is currently undergoing

Goal 2: Low-carbon government

Indicators Status Adopt a green procurement policy that includes life cycle

Gatineau Park’s Parkways Closed Overnight

Pedestrians and cyclists will still have access; however, hiking and cycling at night are not recommended

Mud Lake

Cycling is not allowed. The trails are fragile and particularly vulnerable to erosion.

Hiking and Walking in Gatineau Park

Parkways Cycling
Blogs Cycling

Pathway Bridge over Leamy Creek renamed “Màwandòseg”

enjoyable pathway experience, the NCC has replaced the old bridge, which had reached the end of its life cycle

Pine Grove

Scenic bike rides Enjoy cycling

Revitalization of the NCC River House

The existing bridge and foundation have reached the end of their life cycle

Swimming

Parkways Cycling

Post-convoy, let's focus on shaping a more beautiful, resilient Ottawa

To get there, they can not only walk or cycle, but ski on a growing network of groomed urban trails.

Groomed multi-use winter trail network

Skiing, skating or cycling with your dog is not allowed.

COVID showed us ways we can make our cities more liveable

By reserving these spaces for active use – from cycling to roller-skiing to walking – the initiative

A National Capital Region Loop: the idea whose time has come

envisioned a future car-free Wellington Street with a tramway, a tree canopy, and wide pedestrian and cycling

Collaboration on Major Work on Meech Lake Road and Changes to Gatineau Parkway’s North Loop

This safe new route will contribute to the Municipality’s goals to ensure that there is a dedicated cycling

Flight of the Monarch Butterfly

Observing the life cycle of the monarch butterfly is time well spent, but fleeting, much like the time

Thousands Participate in Public Consultation on LeBreton Flats

Friday, September 9, 2022 1:00 pm Blogs Parks Cycling

The Geography and Exploration Pavilion: A Place for Canadians to explore Canada and being Canadian

Janvier explores the concept of time in a 13-panel mural, arranged in a circle to represent the 13 moon cycles

Nepean Point Winning Design Concept Chosen

Friday, September 9, 2022 1:00 pm Blogs Parks Cycling

NCC Canada 150 projects create lasting legacy in the Capital

Inaugurated Pindigen Park at LeBreton Flats with Algonquin community partners Inaugurated the new cycling

Site 2: Gatineau Park Visitor Centre

The current visitor centre is at the end of its life cycle.

The Contemporary Capital

In fact, investments in dedicated pedestrian and cycling infrastructure have helped to achieve a safer

Shirleys Bay

Scenic bike rides Enjoy cycling

Stony Swamp

Scenic bike rides Enjoy cycling

Report on Activities - September 2018

Phase 2 of the project will be undertaken in the summer of 2019, including the installation of the cycling

NCC Board of Directors Approves the Ottawa River South Shore Riverfront Park Plan

washroom facilities, water fountains, lookouts, bicycle parking, and food and beverage services Safer cycling

Report On Activities - June 2018

Portage Bridge Resurfacing and improvements to the cycling track are on schedule for this summer.

Capital Pathway Strategic Plan

Gatineau, municipal first responders, federal stakeholders, non-governmental organizations (including cycling

Free bus service to Philippe Lake and Meech Creek Valley

Parkways Cycling

Essential corridors in Gatineau Park

Parkways Cycling

Citizen Science

distribution and abundance of monarchs and milkweed, a plant whose flowers are essential to the monarch’s life cycle

35 ideas for winter activities in Ottawa–Gatineau

Parkways Cycling

Report on Activities - April 2019

Rehabilitation This spring the NCC will install the barrier along the Portage Bridge separating the cycling

Negotiations With Rendez-Vous LeBreton Group

Friday, September 9, 2022 1:00 pm Blogs Parks Cycling

Partnerships and Collaborations

We’re proud to be a partner in Sunday Bikedays to promote cycling and community engagement. — Debi Daviau

Regulations

Hiking and Walking Dog walking Cycling Cross-country Skiing Snowshoeing Boating To find out

Urban Parks

Friday, September 9, 2022 1:00 pm Blogs Parks Cycling

Harrington Lake

This rehabilitation project estimated at $6.1 million, included important maintenance and life cycle

4 2023 P141 45 SC Site Master Plan Redevelopment

Short-term Plan d’aménagement du site révisé – Court terme 6 Pedestrian network / Réseau piétonnier Cycling

LeBreton Flats Master Concept Plan

This change would fully reflect the Master Concept Plan, which envisions a pedestrian and cycling bridge

Trail management: We’re all responsible!

Parkways Cycling

Report on Activities – June 2021

Colonel By Drive will be reserved for active transportation – e.g. activities such as cycling

Portrait of a volunteer in Gatineau Park

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The art of maintaining Gatineau Park’s ski trail network

This cycle accelerates with rising temperatures and wind.

Mer Bleue through the years

to knowledge about topics such as wetland functions and values, wildlife species at risk, and carbon cycling

The Capital and the Healthy 10-Minute Neighbourhood

Enhancing connectivity through better walking and cycling routes.

Philippe Lake

Parkways Cycling

Luskville Falls

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Meech Creek Valley

Parkways Cycling

Virtual Public Board of Directors Meeting

The design promotes social livability, an improved work environment and sound economic life cycle values

Pink Lake

Parkways Cycling

Guided Tours and activities for school groups

Students will be introduced to insect life cycles, while snowshoeing through the forest near the Sugarbush

The Parliamentary and Judicial Precincts

Wellington Street will evolve as modes of traffic (walking, cycling, public transit and automobile) change

Urban biologist: For the love of nature

Like nature, my work follows a seasonal cycle.

Learning to love the Canadian winter: Immersion for new Canadians

10:53 am Gatineau Park Blogs Parkways Cycling

A Year in the Life of a Nature Interpreter

Parkways Cycling

Open NCC

On Saturday, September 10, 2022, our experts will host walking and cycling tours, kiosks and presentations
Confederation BoulevardBike tour Outdoor cycling tour. The tour is not wheelchair-accessible.

Behind the Scenes: Bistro in Confederation Park

Friday, September 9, 2022 1:00 pm Blogs Parks Cycling

Future Cities: A Focus On Human-Centred Urbanism Enabled By Technology

The city has installed sensor-operated traffic lights tracking volumes to make cycling safer and more

Emerging Challenges for Tomorrow

Ensure that residents have choices in terms of mobility: walking, cycling, transit or driving.

Building LeBreton

Foster Sustainability and Innovation Embed a culture of excellence throughout the life cycle of the

Nature know-how: Ready to enjoy the great outdoors?

Parkways Cycling

Investing in the National Capital Region’s Infrastructure

removal of the Astrolabe Theatre and associated infrastructure, which are at the end of their life cycle

Hiking and Walking in the Greenbelt

Friday, September 9, 2022 1:00 pm Blogs Parks Cycling

Waterways and Shorelines

infrastructure (such as storm outfalls, electrical infrastructure and heating/cooling stacks) comes up for life cycle

Alexandra Bridge Replacement

the City of Ottawa’s Heritage Register for its cultural heritage value or interest. 2018: A life cycle

Transparency

The NCC leases properties to finance their restoration, life cycle management and protection and to ensure
of Design and Construction management, architectural, engineering, landscape architecture and life cycle
Environmental Graphics, Exhibit Design and Corporate Identity; design, fabrication, installation, and life-cycle
Format: Legal Agreements; Various Financial Reports, Life Cycle Management System; Electronic Data; Maps
Purpose: The purpose of this bank is to maintain records of cycling, vehicular and other accidents and

Planning the Sky

Light pollution also has an impact on our environment, as many species depend on natural light cycles

Blog

NCC’s guide to cycling

News

Mackenzie Avenue newest spoke in Ottawa’s cycling

06 2023 P261 cours Sussex

problèmes de sécurité, les usages incompatibles et les activités illicites découlant de la fin du cycle

05 2023 P141 45 Sacré Coeur Site Redevelopment Plan

integration of the modernized site within its context (adjacent urban fabric) including improving cycling