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The 1 Meter Law – Where Do We Go From Here?
Over the course of the 2016, Velo NB had been in discussions with different Government officials concerning a 1 Meter Law in the Province of New Brunswick. Discussions had taken place with department officials and elected representatives on various aspects of what the law would be, and how it would work in the province.
To start 2017, we are continuing this push with government officials and all involved in the process at the municipal and provincial level. Wayne Arrowsmith, the Velo NB Advocacy Representative has been in touch with local cycling advocates across the province, gaining support for the 1 Meter legislation.
With the passing of Ellen Watters and the public reaction being strong, Velo NB is maintaining its efforts in the pursuit of the goal. The support from around the province and from around the country is strong, and we will continue our efforts on behalf of all involved. We are committed to working with government, local community groups, and national organizations that have valuable input into such legislation and making it law.
We are often asked, “What can I do?” by members and other cyclists in the province. At the moment there is petitions at participating bike shops and available on the links below. A signature adds your voice to those that have already made the pledge. 1 Meter Bumper Magnets, and #EllensLaw stickers will soon be available at participating bike shops in the province as we are distributing them in the coming weeks.
For more information on the proposed legislation, as well as a Summary of action see the links below. These documents were done with the help of Saint John Cycling, and Folks on Spokes Fredericton. The support of these clubs as well as local cycling communities across the province is greatly appreciated.
Ellen’s Law – English Petition
2016 Cyclocross Opening Weekend
Opening weekend of the 2016 VeloNB Cyclocross Series presented by Saint John Nissan was a double-header in the Moncton area. The Mike’s Bikes Cross was held at the CN Sportsplex on Saturday, and the Fitworks Muddy Wheels race at the Dieppe Rotary Park on Sunday. Racers from around New Brunswick as well as visitors from Nova Scotia and PEI came together to kick off the season with a bang.
VeloNB secure Title Sponsor for Cyclocross Series
For the first time in many year VeloNB has a title sponsor for one of its’ racing series as Saint John Nissan will be the presenting sponsor of the VeloNB Cyclocross Series.
Nelson Hansen is a salesperson with Saint John Nissan and a cyclist himself and he says that cyclists are a perfect audience for Nissan’s message. “As a dealership we want to support people and activities doing healthy and positive things like riding and racing bicycles. We think our vehicles like the Rogue and Pathfinder fit perfectly with that lifestyle. Supporting VeloNB makes a lot of sense to us as a business.”
Dean Roberts is the Chairperson of Cyclocross and Road Racing with VeloNB and welcomes this financial partnership.
“We here are VeloNB are very excited about the opportunity to bring a sponsor outside of the cycling world on board. We are very excited about the upcoming cyclocross season and we are very grateful for the generous support from Saint John Nissan.”
The VeloNB Cyclocross Series Presented by Saint John Nissan kicks off this weekend with 2 events this Saturday and Sunday in Moncton and Dieppe and continues until October 30 with stops in Saint John, Quispamsis and Fredericton.
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