A student draws a bicycle in chalk on the pavement

Our goal is to create sustainable transportation alternatives for every campus community member.

Sustainable Transportation

We would like to create a transportation hub focused at the University of Ottawa. Our goal is to create sustainable transportation alternatives for every campus community member.

 

Goal

To create sustainable transportation alternatives for every campus community member. 

 

Progress

  • In 2017, the VéloGo program landed on campus
  • In 2017, the University of Ottawa introduced single direction Ride Matching
  • In 2014, outdoor bike repair stations were introduced on campus with the help of the SFUO Bike Coop
  • In 2014, the entirety of the campus was connected by bike lanes

 

If any inquiries regarding our alternative transportation programs please contact Daniel Spence

Sustainability Programs

U-pass

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The U-Pass is a discounted transit pass offered to students in the OC Transpo service area.

Read more about U-pass

Shuttle Bus Service

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The University of Ottawa operates a shuttle bus to carry community members between the campuses.

Read more about Shuttle Bus Service

Carpooling

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A variety of incentives are provided to carpoolers, including preferential parking and an emergency ride program.

Read more about Carpooling

Secure Bike Enclosure

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The Parking and Sustainable Transportation division offers two secure bicycle parking facilities at Montpetit Hall and Desmarais Garage for all students, staff and faculty members.

Read more about Secure Bike Enclosure

Public Bike Repair Station

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Our main campus is equipped with 3 bike repair stations, you can also find one at our Roger Guindon Campus.

Read more about Public Bike Repair Station

Winter Bike Racks

Winter bike racks

Well winter is here so I guess it is time to stop biking. Ha ha just kidding. The University of Ottawa encourages winter cycling by ploughing around certain bike racks to keep them going during the winter. We posted a map, but if you have suggestions for more winter cycling rack locations, send us a message with picture of the location.

Winter Bike Rack Map

Read more about Winter Bike Racks

Sustainable transportation tips

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Alternative and active transportation options have positive impacts for your health and for the planet.

Read more about Sustainable transportation tips
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General inquiries

sustainable@uottawa.ca

Free Store Contact

freestore@uottawa.ca

Recycling Contact

Brigitte Morin

bmorin@uOttawa.ca