Whether your bicycle is your main mode of transportation or a favorite pastime, knowing the rules of the road can keep you safe.  

That’s why Manitoba Public Insurance has developed a number of free cycling education programs for cyclists of all ages.

Community Relations Specialist with MPI, Lisa Hunt, shares how young cyclists in the north can take part in one of the cycling education programs.

“For our northern locations right now, we are really excited to offer our bike kits. We are able to ship a kit that contains everything you need to build your own bike rodeo, to build your own course and our team is always available to provide the virtual options to do the presentations and provide children with the theory and learning to do safe cycling.”

The Bike Rodeos are aimed at children ages 6 to 10 and have been running in the province for over 50 years.  

This year alone, MPI anticipates they will provide training to an estimated 13-thousand children.  

Learn more about the cycling programs and see how you can participate by tuning in to Thompson Today this afternoon at 12:40 and 5:10.