Closer to bike park in TO

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The IMBA (International Mountain Biking Association) Ontario rep says Toronto is getting closer to adding a mountain biking park, as the City's strategic planners have update the BMX Go Forward Strategy to also include some kind of mountain biking, in addition to recommendations for BMXers. From the report:

This report sets out a number of strategic actions that are aimed at enhancing the off-road cycling opportunities and experiences within Toronto by:

• improving the condition of the City’s three existing BMX facilities at its two sites;
• supporting the establishment of additional high-quality outdoor BMX facilities, as well as giving consideration for providing indoor BMX-related facilities;
• developing a trails management strategy for river valleys and parks where hot spots of unauthorized off-road cycling are observed;
• pursuing partnerships where appropriate, including with other service providers;
• educating users through various programs on how to ride safely and construct sustainable trails; and engaging groups of users who typically have had low rates of participation (e.g. female users).