Electronic Bike Share – Western Environment Centre
Don’t Sweat It! — Corner Brook Electric Bike Share
A Western Environment Centre Project
Supported by the Grenfell Student Union, the City of Corner Brook, Memorial University, Cycle Solutions and the Government of Canada.
WEC is a Corner Brook-based, charitable, non-profit ENGO which works to:
- engage communities in environmental issues in a balanced, objective, and informed manner
- work with community partners, businesses, and government agencies to build capacity and involvement in projects related to environmental action and sustainability
- create a community of environmentally pro-active citizens
Aims of the Project:
- tackle climate change locally by reducing greenhouse gas emissions produced by private vehicle use
- Contribute to a culture of active and sustainable transportation in our community by providing a new, fun, healthy and affordable mode of transportation
Logistics for Pilot Year:
- 9 e-bikes available for rental in first season (Spring 2015) season lasts from April to November (pending weather conditions)
- rental fee= $10/day, $40/week
- 2 stand/kiosk locations: Grenfell Campus & Cycle Solutions
- helmets will be made available
- locks provided
- sign-out waiver/rental agreement must be signed
Why ebikes?
- hilly Corner Brook topography. E-bikes tackle hills effortlessly.
- usable by diverse group of people with varying levels of fitness/skill
- promotes active transportation
- promotes activity, interaction and shopping within downtown area
- pedal-assist bicycles can reduce commuter traffic congestion andgreenhouse gas emissions
- promotes healthy communities by fostering environmental, social, andeconomic sustainability
