Mayor Steve Ferguson is calling on the community to step up in a quest to win a second Silver Chain Challenge as the most active community in Eastern Ontario.
“Our community’s love for getting outdoors and staying active is incredible,” Mayor Ferguson says. “I am confident that we will rise to the challenge.”
The Silver Chain Challenge began eight years ago with the goal of inspiring and promoting engaged, active, safe, and healthier communities. Over the last couple of years, the challenge has expanded beyond a competition between Lanark and Renfrew counties to include all 13 counties within Eastern Ontario. Prince Edward County won the challenge in 2021, the first year it officially participated.
From June 1-30, residents can log the kilometres they have travelled by bike or on foot. A real-time bar graph of kilometres clocked will be displayed online showing which municipality is the most active.
Residents of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds can participate in this initiative. Register today and start clocking your kilometres.
The Silver Chain Challenge promotes healthy and safe active transportation. Be visible when you bike, walk, run or wheel on our roads and trails. Learn the rules of the road, wear a cycling appropriate helmet and find out more about safety for cyclists of all ages.