Canadian Bicycle Laws

In Canada cyclists must follow the same laws as drivers of motor vehicles. Each province and territory is responsible for enacting the laws for their region. Some of the more specific laws that usually apply to cyclists are: Cyclists must ride in single file on the paved shoulder or as far to the right of the paved part of the roadway as possible. Bicycles are not permitted on roads that have signs posting such restrictions. No biking on sidewalks.
Helmet laws are in effect in a several provinces, though in some cases they apply only to kids under 18. Requirements for bike lights and reflectors vary from province to province. See each of our provincial biycling pages for specifics.