On May 1, 2002 it became mandatory in Alberta for all children under the age of 3 _; D: j: Z' e8 o/ t+ p' _! y' g18 to wear approved bicycle helmets when cycling.: q% ]- N+ ?% V
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We are aware that enforcement agencies will be conducting helmet checks this % ]; n S$ k5 \summer. The fine is $69.00, which is substantially higher than the cost of a( c! P3 y- l# v3 o4 H5 ]8 a3 p
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