NCC Weekend Bikedays

May 6, 2023

October 8, 2023

Free

Various Venues, Ottawa

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Events Description

 

Every weekend from May to October, the NCC opens parkways in Ottawa exclusively for active use, morning and afternoon. Whether you’re biking, walking, running or skating, this program is for you!

These car-free roads are a great way to experience the beauty of Canada’s Capital Region in a fun, safe and environmentally friendly way.

Outdoor enthusiasts will be able to enjoy close to 20 kilometres of scenic parkways in the heart of Ottawa, that are open exclusively for active use. Whether you’re biking, walking, running or skating, this program is for you!

NCC Weekend Bikedays, presented by Nokia, the Capital’s popular program, is organized by the NCC, in collaboration with long-term sponsor Nokia, and major sponsors Claridge Homes, the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC), ServicePlus and CAA.

Who is it for?

All Ages

WHEN & WHERE

Date & Time: Weekends, Saturday, May 6 to October 9, 2023 (Thanksgiving)

Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway schedule:

Both westbound lanes of the Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway, from Vimy Place to Carling Avenue.
May 13 to October 9
Saturdays, Sundays and holiday Mondays
8 am–12 pm

Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway schedule:

Both lanes of the Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway between the Aviation Parkway and St. Joseph Boulevard in Orléans will be reserved for active use.
May 13 to October 9
Saturdays, Sundays and holiday Mondays
8 am–4 pm*

Queen Elizabeth Driveway Active Use Program

Both lanes of the Queen Elizabeth Driveway, located on the west side of the Rideau Canal, will be reserved for active use, between Fifth Avenue and Somerset Street (2.4 km), from 8 am to 8 pm:*

May 13 to June 25: Weekends and holiday Mondays
July 1 (Canada Day) to September 4 (Labour Day): 7 days a week
September 9 to October 9 (Thanksgiving): Weekends and holiday Mondays
It can take up to one hour to safely clear the parkways. Access to motor vehicles will be restored by 9 pm.

Gatineau Park Parkways – May 6 to September 22

Gatineau Parkway
Champlain Parkway
Fortune Lake Parkway

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: all day
Wednesday: until 8 am
Saturday and Sunday: until noon

 

 

 

A tip for your trip!

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  1. Gisele Doyle

    You should have announced the change for May 28th in Ottawa. Many families took to the parkway thinking it was closed to cars.

    May 28, 2023 at 11:31 AM

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