On May 1, 2002 it became mandatory in Alberta for all children under the age of / r3 I% S( F( v$ Q: m# @1 R18 to wear approved bicycle helmets when cycling.- k+ j( A; Y/ k+ @" W
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We are aware that enforcement agencies will be conducting helmet checks this & b7 W* O! }/ q4 ssummer. The fine is $69.00, which is substantially higher than the cost of a( a5 D- o2 _+ t% O
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