For certain cyclists, riding a bicycle represents a hobby; for others, it is their primary means of transportation.  It is important for all riders to use their bicycle in a considerate way and follow the rules of the road. In Montréal, the assessment of incidents between road vehicles and cyclists reveals that there are nearly 750 collisions annually.

Why ?

An analysis of the causes of collisions involving a motorist and a cyclist from 2009 revealed that an illegal action contrary to the Highway Safety Code, had been made by the cyclist / motorist in the following proportions: 

• 50 % by the cyclist
• 50 % by the motorist
• 3 % by both at the same time
• 6 % accidental error by the cyclist
• 3 % accidental error by motorist

With the goal of improving these statistics, the SPVM organizes an annual, month-long bicycle safety campaign in May. In this public awareness campaign, SPVM police officers intercede with any motorist or cyclist behaving dangerously or disrespectfully and against traffic regulations.

To find out more

• Safe cycling
• What to do in an accident
• Traffic signals
• Types of bicycle paths
• Traffic rules
• Power-assisted bicycle
• Fixed-gear bicycles

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