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Hastings and Prince Edward Public Health

Active Transportation

What does active transportation mean? The Government of Canada describes active transportation as “using your own power to get from one place to another.” This can include walking, cycling, skateboarding, using a wheelchair, and more. When we make the decision to use an active way of travelling, we are also making the choice to also improve our own physical, mental, and emotional health.

Brush up on the Rules of the Road

With the development of new cycling infrastructures there are new expectations for cyclists and motorists on the roads. Check out the Quick Guide to Bicycle Infrastructure to help you learn how to share the road in these new environments.

Check out these handy infographics for Drivers and Cyclists. To share these, you can right click the images below to download the jpeg, or download the Share The Road infographics in PDF format.

Where to get active in Hastings Prince Edward Counties

Belleville

The City of Belleville has created an amazing brochure highlighting the cycling network throughout the City to help you map out your route! It also includes the various trails the City has to offer.

Hastings County

Hastings County offers many trails that brings you to breath-taking views, while also being a great way to exercise. Visit their website for more information on each.

Prince Edward County

It’s no secret Prince Edward County has endless amounts of outdoor activities for both visitors and residents. Their website offers many options for cycling and lists the many parks and trails you can visit!

Quinte West

In Quinte West, you can find many outdoor spaces to get active including parks, trails and conservation areas!

Additional Resources for Active Transportation

Complete and Sustainable Communities Make it Easy for People to Walk, Bike and Roll

 

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COVID-19 VACCINES IN HPE

All individuals ≥ 5 yrs of age are eligible to receive a COVID-19 bivalent booster dose 6 months after previous COVID-19 vaccine.

Appointments can be booked through the provincial vaccine booking site, or by calling 1-833-943-3900 from 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week.  

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS

For the most up to date information on current provincial guidelines and advice in case of exposure, visit Ontario.ca/page/public-health-measures-and-advice.

The Ministry of Health has launched a toll-free line as an additional resource to help answer questions from the public regarding evolving COVID-19 testing and isolation guidance. The line can be reached at 1-888-777-0730, and is available from 8 am to 6 pm, 7 days a week. Beginning April 3, hours for this line will change to Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.