The Blue Route is a province-wide project to create a continuous network of cycling infrastructure. By developing safe, well-connected cycling routes, the Blue Route will make it easier for Nova Scotians to get around the province by bike.
The network will use a comprehensive wayfinding system allowing users to easily navigate. Click here to view the Wayfinding Guide.
Blue Route will become an integral part of daily life in communities across Nova Scotia, providing infrastructure for cyclists of all ages and abilities. Whether cycling is part of your daily commute, or reserved for weekend excursions, Blue Route makes it easier and safer to enjoy the benefits of a healthy, active lifestyle.
In addition to helping our provincial government achieve its active transportation mandate, thereby improving upon health and activity levels, Blue Route will increase Nova Scotia’s appeal to visitors wanting to explore our province by bike.
The Blue Route team is working with First Nations, municipalities, and communities to identify new opportunities for making cycling a more accessible option for transportation and recreation, as well as to promote economic development and tourism growth through additional cycling initiatives.
Cycling has never been more popular worldwide. Blue Route gives local businesses the opportunity to benefit from increased cycling traffic. For example, businesses could offer services to those who use the network and orient their marketing toward customers who arrive by cycling.
Clear and effective way-finding, on trails well suited for cycling, will encourage more cyclists to explore the many trails available to them. Collaborating with community trail associations will be fundamental to integrating strategic trails into the Blue Route network.
Blue Route is a collaborative project between Cycling Nova Scotia and its many supporters.
Cycling Nova Scotia
Department of Public Works
Department of Natural Resources and Renewables
Department of Public Health
Department of Environment and Climate Change
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage
Tourism Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities
Quality Urban Energy Systems of Tomorrow