University of Ottawa
IN-14: Bicycle Friendly University

On November 17, 2015, Share the Road was pleased to announce the first round of Bicycle Friendly Business Award winners. The University of Ottawa achieved a Gold Level certification. For businesses to certify as bicycle friendly locations with Ontario By Bike, they must fall under one of the following categories: accommodations, food services, attractions, visitor information centres, cycling related businesses and business areas. Businesses do need to meet criteria and be located in a region where program is available. Depending on type of business, at Ontario By Bike certified bicycle friendly locations, cyclists can count on: - Secure bike lock-up areas - Local cycling information on hand - Basic bicycle repair tool set - Healthy , local food options - Accessible rest areas and water The Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) Program provides businesses with the opportunity to be recognized for some of the initiatives that customers might not see - and provides businesses that don't interact with customers on a daily basis the opportunity to showcase some of the ways that they promote a healthy, productive work space. Initiatives like cycling education for employees, bike to work day participation, an employee bike-sharing program and other trip-reduction plans can highlight a strong degree of corporate social responsibility, making the business more attractive to potential employees and providing a connection to their customers who also care about creating active, sustainable transportation systems. http://www.sharetheroad.ca/awards-database-p158825