Active transportation signs

EnviroCentre currently delivers School Active Transportation (SAT) program on behalf of the City of Ottawa and the Ottawa Student Transportation Authority (OSTA) with the goal of increasing the number of students walking and wheeling to school.

You may have noticed new active transportation signs around Chapman Mills Public School.

As part of the School Active Transportation Program, these fun, simple signs let walkers and bikers know how long it takes to get to school from the sign’s location.

The signs have been installed along a few different routes at 5- and 10-minute walking distances from the school.

The purpose of the signs is to build awareness around active transportation, build a culture of walking and health in the community, and encourage families to discover it’s not that far to walk to school.   

Of course, walking to school is a great way to get fresh air and exercise that benefits our mental and physical health.

Did you know that active transportation also reduces traffic, improves air quality and school zone safety, and builds a sense of community? You can check out the many benefits of active transportation here.