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Massey-Harris (later known as Massey-Ferguson) once had a factory in the King West / Liberty Village district. They were best known for their farm implements and tractors, but also made bicycles as can be seen in this 1896 ad. They were riding the explosion of bicycles in North America and Europe. You can see an image of one of their large factories of the time. There were bike cops even back then. He must be quite skilled to fire that pistol while riding across a boardwalk!

See also this ad in an 1902 Opera bill:

Bicycling has taken another notion. From out of the east it started, and already it's in our midst. No fad now - just a sensible mode of exercise pleasant to take. It's a regular bank on saved car fares.

"Massey-Harris"

Bicycles are made right - look right - sell at the right price.

A Wikipedia page on Cycling in Toronto has popped up (thanks to yours truly). With insufficient reference to cycling in the Transportation in Toronto page it's good to get a dedicated page for cycling information in Toronto.

It's really a never-ending process, however, as there's a lot going on in this city and the info can always be improved. I invite people to improve on the information. There's lots going on that most Toronto cyclists don't even know about.

Go to the wikipedia page and improve the information. Remember that it's meant to be an encyclopedia so the information should be accurate and referenced as much as possible by appropriate sources. You can't just put in propaganda about your favourite organization or cause!

The Strategic Services Branch of Parks, Forestry and Recreation (PFR) is developing a City-Wide Mountain Biking Strategy. The Strategy will examine the growing number and use of informal natural surface trails and stunt areas through our ravines and parks. The goal of the strategy is to determine the most effective way to provide recreational opportunities for off-road cyclists, while balancing environmental protection and safety concerns.

For more details, see the attached PDF file

The development of a City-Wide Mountain Biking Strategy will take place from November 2007 to March 2008. PFR will hold meetings with stakeholders over the next few months. PFR invites mountain bikers, trail users, recreation associations, environmental organizations, Toronto Region Conservation staff and City of Toronto staff to become involved.

For more information or to be added to the contact list, contact:
Jennifer Kowalski, Project Manager
Tel: 416-392-7203
Fax: 416-392-3355
Email: jkowals@toronto.ca
Parks, Forestry & Recreation: Strategic Services
Metro Hall, 24th Floor 55 John St. Toronto, ON M5V 3C6