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Here's some November News for you, via the BikingToronto Inbox.

1. Tax Exemption On Bicycles And Bicycle Helmets To Take Effect December 1st

Starting on December 1, 2007, the Ontario government will exempt bikes costing $1000 or less from retail sales tax (RST). Bike helmets and other safety equipment will also be exempted.

"Increasing the affordability of quality bikes for children, youth and those considering cycle commuting sets the stage for a lifetime of cycling," said Pete Lilly, President of the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada and owner of Sweet Pete's Bike Shop.

2. Don't Hide Inside, Go For a Ride

As November wears on, 'lobster claw' gloves, long underwear and wool socks slowly move their way back into circulation.

This year become part of Toronto's 'Bike Winter', by listing your cycling events with the City of Toronto Online. Calendar will be ongoing between December 1 and February 29th.

3. Monday January 7th-Friday January 11th, 2008

Bike Art show in the Metro Hall Rotunda. Submissions for this show will be judged and finalists will be eligible to be printed as Bike Week posters for the spring. Please submit your photos, or graphics based artworks and spread the word to all bicycle artists you know.

4. Bike Week Meet & Greet

Thursday Jan 10th, 6:00-8:00 pm is the first date for a BikeWeek Event holders meet & greet.

The location is the Metro Hall Rotunda 55 John st. (John & King St. downtown.). Light refreshment will be provided.

5. Wednesday January 30th; Coldest Day of the Year Ride.

Come out to King & John for a lunchtime group ride in the City Centre on the statistically coldest day of the year. Ride starts on Metro Square at the Torch. Warm up with complimentary hot chocolate. If you would like a table on Metro Square for this event, please email bikeweek@toronto.ca

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