The city's winter network includes multi-use pathways and on-street bike lanes, primarily in the downtown core and surrounding areas, which are maintained to the same level as sidewalks and vehicle travel lanes.

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Like many others in Ottawa, one of Dave Robertson’s first thoughts when snow hit the ground for the first time this season was about when he should put on his winter tires. Article content

But, as an all-season cyclist, Robertson isn’t talking about car tires. He’s thinking about putting studded winter tires on his bicycle, which he uses for everything from commuting to the office to going for groceries. Article content Article content

“People who drive cars have similar conversations: When do I push that button and get the winter tires on?” said Robertson,

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