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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 Trails

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.

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.

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

Phase 2 of Champlain Bridge rehabilitation to start

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

Rehabilitating Champlain Bridge to ensure resilience and safety

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

Fall Rhapsody

Walking and cycling discovery routes in Ottawa-Gatineau
Walking and cycling
Cycling

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

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.

Closure of a section of trail 24 and P6 parking lot in the Greenbelt

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

Ian Grabina

He can be found cycling year-round to work on his 20-year-old beat-up Kona mountain bike.

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

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

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,

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

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

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

Greenbelt

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

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:

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

Seven 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

NCC Board of Directors Approves Ottawa Hospital Master Concept Plan

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

Gatineau Park

Cycling

Climate Resilience and Indigenous Knowledge

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

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

Planning for the Region’s Transport of People and Goods

Expanding cycling initiatives along key interprovincial routes.

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

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

Report on Activities - September 2018

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

Flight of the Monarch Butterfly

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

Report On Activities - June 2018

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

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

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

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

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

NCC Canada 150 projects create lasting legacy in the Capital

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

Report on Activities - April 2019

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

Urban biologist: For the love of nature

Like nature, my work follows a seasonal cycle.

Report on Activities – June 2021

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

The Capital and the Healthy 10-Minute Neighbourhood

Enhancing connectivity through better walking and cycling routes.

Mer Bleue through the years

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

The art of maintaining Gatineau Park’s ski trail network

This cycle accelerates with rising temperatures and wind.

Virtual Public Board of Directors Meeting

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

Six things you may not know about Gatineau Park

You go there for 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.

NCC announces 2023 active use program

News Release May 1, 2023 National Capital Region—Rolling, cycling and walking on the Capital’s scenic

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

Planning the Sky

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

A 2023 00042

of the grounds, the main building and the four secondary buildings, asbestos testing, and other life cycle
The rehabilitation work at the Main Cottage involved maintenance and life cycle renewal to stabilize
of the grounds, the main building and the four secondary buildings, asbestos testing, and other life cycle
The rehabilitation work at the Main Cottage involved maintenance and life cycle renewal to stabilize
• The rehabilitation work at the Main Cottage involved maintenance and life cycle renewal to stabilize

A 2023 00029

“ Schedule of payments (tire du I'entente tripartite pour le monument) Les couts d'entretien et de cycle