Curb Extensions: HCC Position Statement

While curb extensions improve safety for pedestrians, most of Halifax’s installations force cyclists to weave dangerously into traffic before intersections. Newer street-level, flex-bollard designs (Brunswick-Duke, Clyde-Queen) that stay permeable for bikes do not have this issue. Pinchpoints for traffic calming are effective. The municipality should accelerate low-cost curb extensions at all major crossings—insisting every one remain permeable for cyclists and that stakeholders be consulted.