Elementary Students Participate in Bike Safety Program

Public Service Announcement
Elementary Students Participate in Bike Safety Program
June 24, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit is proud to announce the successful completion of this year’s Bike Safety Program, delivered in partnership with local elementary schools and the RCMP. Over the past week, more than 350 students from Nakasuk, Nanook, Trois-Soleils, and Joamie Schools participated in this vital safety initiative.

Focused on students in Kindergarten through Grade 3, the program provided engaging workshops and hands-on learning sessions covering key topics such as proper helmet use, basic traffic rules, hand signals, and general road safety awareness. With the support of school staff and community volunteers, students learned how to become more confident, responsible, and visible cyclists.

Each participating student received educational activity books and reflective safety gear, and some students were even outfitted with new bicycles thanks to community contributions. These resources reflect the City’s continued commitment to youth safety and accessibility.

The City of Iqaluit gratefully acknowledges the generous support of our partners and sponsors, including the Government of Nunavut Department of Justice (Community Justice Division), Arctic Ventures Marketplace, NorthMart, and Nunavut Excavating. Their contributions made this program possible and ensured wide access to valuable safety resources for Iqaluit’s youth.

As a reminder to both cyclists and drivers, using and recognizing basic cycling hand signals is important for everyone’s safety on the road:

   Left turn: Left arm extended straight out
   Right turn: Left arm bent upward at the elbow, or right arm extended straight out
   Stop or slow down: Left arm bent downward at the elbow

Drivers are encouraged to remain alert, slow down around children on bikes, and respect these signals.

Families are encouraged to continue practicing bike safety at home by reinforcing the use of helmets, following traffic rules, and checking bikes regularly for proper functioning. Creating good habits at a young age helps ensure that children stay safe and active as they grow.

The City of Iqaluit is pleased to confirm that the Bike Safety Program will return in 2026. We remain committed to supporting healthy lifestyles and fostering a culture of safe, confident cycling for our youngest residents.

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For additional information, please contact:

Geoff Byrne

Communications and Customer Service Manager

City of Iqaluit Phone: 979-5619 | Email: g.byrne@iqaluit.ca