Percent active transportation modal share | Climate Action Tracker

Percent active transportation modal share

Reference value

2021

10%

To goal

in 10 years

+4.9p.p.

Goal

2035

15%

Tactical indicator

Associated target:

Achieve 15% modal share by active transportation by 2035 and 20% by 2045

Total Active Transportation modal share includes both walking and biking.

Note: this statistic, tracked by the census, reports on modal share for regular commuter trips (ie, to work or school). It may not accurately reflect modal share for all trips made in the community.

Theme

Percent active transportation modal share

Actions that impact this indicator

Action		Progress
6.4.1	Create City design standards for active transportation infrastructure to increase consistency, safety, and accessibility for cyclists, pedestrians, wheelchair users, and other active transportation users, and, to the greatest extent possible, align these with neighbouring municipalities and the provincial government.	On time
6.4.2	Work with partner organizations, educational institutions, businesses, and employers to offer incentives, events, and training that encourage new and existing riders to safely enjoy the benefits of active transportation (e.g. a 'Bike Bus' program).	Continuous
6.4.3	Undertake a public bikeshare pilot program that also functions as a feeder system to public transit routes.	On time
6.4.4	Create and implement a multi-year, city-wide active transportation strategy with an emphasis on safety, connectivity of routes, and links to public transit.	On time
6.4.5	Pilot additional downtown streets as car-free zones, either seasonally or year-round, and identify locations for 'slow street' pilot projects across the city.