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About MOST



Transport Canada has established the Moving On Sustainable Transportation (MOST) Program to support projects that produce the kinds of education, awareness and analytical tools we need if we are to make sustainable transportation a reality. The MOST Program will provide funding to help support projects that will:

  • Stimulate the development of innovative tools, approaches and practices for increasing the sustainability of Canada's transportation system and the use of sustainable modes of transportation;
  • Realize quantifiable environmental and sustainable development results on Transport Canada's sustainable development priorities; and
  • Provide Canadians with practical information, tools and opportunities for better incorporating sustainable transportation options into their daily lives.


Project Categories

The projects listed below are examples of the type of project that promotes sustainable transportation in Canada.  Each example falls into one of five project proposal categories. You may also wish to review descriptions of projects that received funding from the MOST program under funded projects.



Category 1 - Conduct studies, analyses, or plans that make strategic recommendations on sustainable transportation issues and initiatives

An example of a project in this category could be a study to analyze the current state of transportation within a specific community, the growth pressures the community would face in the future and the direction it should take in managing its transportation system.



Category 2 - Develop innovative sustainable transportation

An example of a project in this category would be to produce a map that provides cyclists and pedestrians with appropriate routes. The map could include infrastructure, such as bike lanes or dedicated pathways, that would interest users and facilitate biking and walking trips.



Category 3 - Undertake small scale pilot projects or demonstration projects that test new sustainable transportation approaches or alternatives

An example of a project in this category could be to develop a program to offer the public the use of free bicycles for commuting within the city core. For example, 1,000 road-safe bicycles painted a particular colour would be available free of charge to the community. Volunteers and trained mechanics would pick up used and unwanted bicycles, prepare them for use and maintain them. Such a project would give members of society the opportunity to use and learn about non-polluting transportation options.



Category 4 - Replicate successful sustainable transportation initiatives in additional communities and customize project materials to the new location

An example of a project in this category would remount a project that has already been successfully piloted in a different jurisdiction. The project would involve customizing project materials and delivery to the new context.



Category 5 - Conduct workshops and conferences that educate stakeholders (professionals employed in the field or managers and staff of transportation projects) on sustainable transportation

An example of a project in this category could be a series of workshops or conferences showcasing contributions to sustainable transportation. Key policy-makers, business people and community and labour leaders can share perspectives, success stories and lessons learned. Such projects promote multi-stakeholder dialogue and actions necessary for sustainable transportation solutions.



Date modified:
2010-02-03