Transportation Issues Committee
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The Transportation Issues Committee (TIC) aims to improve sustainable transportation options in Nova Scotia by:
- Decreasing the number of single occupancy vehicle trips and related greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution
- Promoting increased investment in, and improved design of, sustainable transportation infrastructure
- Advocating for incorporation of sustainable transportation principles by decision-makers
- Encouraging active living through physically active transportation
- Maintaining a strong media and public profile for sustainable transportation issues
The Transportation Issues Committee has many successes to its name:
- Building support for the development of the Metro Transit U-Pass for students at three of Nova Scotia’s universities; The Saint Mary’s program resulted in 50,000 additional student rides per month
- Getting 30,000 students walking and wheeling to school across Nova Scotia during International Walk to School Week; and
- Organizing the largest Car Free Day event in Halifax including renowned international street reclaimer David Engwicht, proclamation by Mayor Peter Kelly and publication of Car Free Times newspaper.
The Ecology Action Centre's Transportation Issues Committee, its projects, staff and volunteers fully support safe cycling, pedestrian and other active transportation practices as outlined in the Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Act. Click here for the sections of the Motor Vehicle Act relevant to active transportation.
Transportation Issues Committee
Phone:
TRAX: 902.429.0924
ASRTS: 902.442.5055
Fax: 902.405.3716
The Transportation Issues Committee meets on the first Monday of every month at 5:30pm. We welcome new members. Get involved today!
