A reminder to all cyclists under the age of 18 — helmets are a must!
The OPP remind cyclists that any rider under 18 is required to wear a helmet.
On October 1, 1995, bike helmets became mandatory for riders under 18 to promote safe cycling.
The set fine for riders under 18 without a helmet is 75 dollars..
Cyclists over 18 years of age are encouraged to wear helmets for their own safety, but this is not required by law.
Safe Kids Canada advises a properly fitted bike helmet decreases the risk of serious head injury by as much as 85 per cent.
The Bike Helmet Research Foundation notes a significant reduction in the number of child cyclists admitted to hospital with a head injury since helmet use became law.