Ellen's Tour de Sussex raises money in memory of cyclist
New Brunswick cycling enthusiasts gathered in Sussex for "Ellen's Tour de Sussex," to raise money in memory of cyclist Ellen Waters who was killed when a car struck her while she was cycling.
There were three different length races, all of which were led by Watters' mother Nancy Grieve-Watters.
"I am not a great bicycler, but my daughter was and she loved it. And she would be totally thrilled to have this event happen today," said Grieve-Watters.
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The death of Watters set off a movement to try and make roads safer for cyclists which culminated in the New Brunswick government adopting "Ellen's Law," which mandates that vehicles must give 1 metre of space when passing bicycles.
Grieve-Watters said even before the law was passed, many drivers were starting to understand the importance of sharing the road with cyclists.
"[I've seen,] other people have also said that they see cars, motor vehicles, being more respectful of cyclers," said Grieve-Watters.
