Bicycle plan & network
Vancouver's Bicycle Program began in 1988 when Council approved the Vancouver Comprehensive Bicycle Plan.
The 1997 Transportation Plan identified cycling as a high-priority transportation mode within the city.
In 1999, Council adopted the Bicycle Plan (
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Council also approved implementation of the Downtown Transportation Plan in 2003 to improve downtown access and livability by creating a balanced transportation system that includes a network of bike lanes.
More than 400 lane-kilometers of bicycle network have now been created throughout Vancouver. This growth combined with complementary initiatives, such as improved bike parking and promotional activities, have helped to integrate cyclists into the existing transportation network.
In fitting with the City's transportation and sustainability goals, the aim is to continue to provide facilities for cyclists that improve safety and efficiency and to encourage more people to ride their bicycles for transportation to work, school and everyday activities in their neighbourhoods and through the city.
We're currently looking at our next steps in improving and expanding our network to meet the needs of our growing population and many visitors.
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