September 17, 2010 (Burlington, ON) – The Second Annual Ontario Bike Summit takes place in Burlington, ON, September 20-21. Join us on Sunday September 19th in Burlington for the “Share the Road for Greg Ride” in memory of OPP Sergeant Greg Stobbart, killed on a training ride on his bicycle in Milton in June, 2006. More information on the Ride is available at www.sharetheroad.ca. Then it’s off to Burlington that evening and the following two days for serious networking, learning and policy discussions.

Are you looking to develop a cycling master plan in your community but don’t know where to start? Are you looking for tips and ideas on how to work more effectively with local governments to advance cycling? Are you looking for data and research that you will help you “make the case” for enhanced cycling investments and programs in your community? Are you interested in creating infrastructure, education and awareness and legislative policies in Ontario to encourage cycling? Are you looking to learn about what other communities are doing in the areas of law enforcement initiatives – education and awareness – public health ideas, bicycle tourism? Are you looking to be inspired by speakers from bicycle friendly cities in the United States and in Europe? Then the 2010 Ontario Bike Summit is for you!

Summit Highlights include:

– Portland Oregon Mayor Sam Adams. Mayor Adams will inspire us with details of how Portland has become a Platinum Bicycle Friendly Community, and one of the most bicycle friendly communities in the United States with a growing bicycle mode share. International representatives will share specific examples of initiatives and infrastructure investments.
– J-F Courville President and Chief Executive Officer of MFC Global Investment Management – keynote speaker. Mr. Courville is President and Chief Executive Officer of MFC Global Investment Management the asset management division of the Manulife Financial Corporation. An avid cyclist, Mr. Courville will share his perspective on the benefits of cycling, as leader in the private sector and a proponent of the benefits of investing in bicycle friendly communities.
– Marie Lemay, CEO of the National Capital Commission in Ottawa will share the NCC’s exciting new vision and plan for cycling in Canada’s capital.
– Globe and Mail Columnist, and cyclist, Marcus Gee will share this insights and perspectives on the “politicization” of cycling Representatives from municipalities across North America – and Ontario — who will share their strategies for cycling master planning and cycling promotion.
– Details on how to apply to the new Bicycle Friendly Community program – a joint initiative of the Share the Road Cycling Coalition and the League of American Bicyclists (Washington D.C.) as outlined in a workshop led by League staff.
– Representatives from Ontario’s political parties including the Minister of Transportation The Honorable Kathleen Wynne, PC Transportation Critic Frank Klees, MPP; NDP Transportation Critic Peter Tabuns and Ontario Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner – will share with us their vision for a “Bicycle Friendly Ontario”

All this plus social and networking opportunities and our “Celebration of Cycling Evening” on Monday September 20th. See the updated agenda for more details here.

Online Registration Now Open here.

Full Summit Registration

Corporations, Governments, Institutions – $295 (before Sept. 9), $325 (after Sept. 9)

Not-For-Profit – $175 (before Sept. 9), $200 (after Sept. 9)

Full Summit Registration Includes:

Breakfast, Lunch and dinner on Monday Sept. 20; breakfast, lunch and closing reception light refreshments on Tuesday Sept. 21;
All refreshment breaks
Access to any and all sessions in the Summit program
Hotel accommodation is NOT included in the fee. Please read below for accommodation arrangements.

One Day Registration
– Corporations, Governments, Institutions – $150 (before Sept. 9), $175 (after Sept. 9)
– Not-For-Profit – $125 (before Sept. 9), $145 (after Sept. 9)

One Day Registration Includes:
– Sept. 20: Breakfast, lunch and dinner, all refreshment breaks, & access to that day’s sessions in the Summit program
– Sept. 21: Breakfast & lunch, closing reception and all refreshment breaks & access to that day’s sessions in the Summit program
Keynote Luncheon (if not attending conference)
– Corporations, Governments, Institutions – $100 (before Sept. 9), $125 (after Sept. 9)
– Not-For-Profit – $75 (before Sept. 9), $85 (after Sept. 9)

Accomodations:
The Conference Hotel, the Holiday Inn Hotel in Burlington has made a block of rooms available to Summit participants at a reduced rate ($119 Queen and $129 King). The block is only guaranteed until August 19, 2010. After this date rates are subject to change. For more information or to book a room: (905) 333-0477 or www.hiburlington.ca/burlington-hotels/

Online Registration now open. We look forward to seeing you at this exciting, informative event!