New road rules are now in effect in Quebec as of July 1st, mirroring Ontario’s recent updates. This includes both the 1m passing law as well as dooring penalties. For those who ride and/or drive in Ontario and Quebec (and Nova Scotia), be aware that there’s a 1m minimum for passing clearance. This means a person driving must either change lanes to pass, crossing the centre line if necessary when the opposing way is clear, or wait behind a person cycling until able to pass. When driving, also remember that on roads too narrow to share side by side, a person cycling is entitled and encouraged to take the whole lane for safety. Read about Quebec’s update here.
