• White reflective tape on the front forks and red reflective tape on the rear forks
• A white front light and a red rear light
• A bell or horn that works
• Wear a helmet if under the age of 18

 

• Keep to the right
• Pass on the left when safe to do so
• Yield to pedestrians (slow down around pedestrians)
• Let pedestrians know you are approaching with a friendly greeting or by ringing your bell

When riding on a cycle track, bike lane or on the road:

• Travel in the same direction as motorists
• Stop at traffic lights and stop signs
• Use hand signals to communicate your intentions with motorists and pedestrians

Under the Ontario Highway Traffic Act (HTA), a bicycle is considered a vehicle and cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities to obey all traffic laws as motorists.

 

• Ontario's Guide to Safe Cycling
• Ministry of Transportation’s Young Cyclist's Guide (PDF)
• York Region Cycling Educationt