02Dec 2019 by vurschel 1 Comment
12 Ave South Improvements Open House Dec 11th

12 Ave South Improvements Open House Dec 11th

Advocacy, Events, Infrastructure
(City of Calgary Project Page Phase 3 Image - Link below) Another City Open House to add to your calendar's this time regarding Phase 3 of the 12 Ave West cycle track extension. We know Bike Calgary members were pretty tickled to have Phase 2 open this autumn when the original 12 Ave cycle track was extended from 11 St SW to 15th St SW across 14 St and into Sunulta. The next phase will be about connecting the cycle track all the way to the Bow River Pathway, yippee! Project Site and for more information or if you cannot make the open house: https://www.calgary.ca/Transportation/TP/Pages/Cycling/Cycling-Route-Improvements/12-Avenue-South-improvements.aspx Drop In: Date: Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019Venue: Sunalta Community Hall, 1627 10 Ave S.W.​, Calgary, AB T3C 0J7 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
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20Nov 2019 by vurschel No Comments
MEC Club Night: 10% off for Bike Calgary members

MEC Club Night: 10% off for Bike Calgary members

Events
Bow River Pathway - Calgary *Do you have bike lights?* Get your biking related and/or other outdoor related gear and outerwear during our club discount night at MEC Thursday, November 21st 7-9 pm at the MEC downtown location ( 830 10 Ave SW ). Whether you be winter cycling, or other outdoor winter activities, a lot of the outerwear that is used for one activity can be re-applied to another to keep you warm and comfortable. • A 10% discount is available to Bike Calgary members and immediate family members who have signed up for their Eventbrite tickets. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mec-club-night-10-off-for-bike-calgary-members-tickets-81567228777 Check in with us at the front door to receive your discount wristband. Purchases can be made after 7pm until 9pm. So have your purchases gathered up if you need to…
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14Oct 2019 by Gary Millard No Comments
Bike Calgary AGM on Oct. 23 & Board Vacancies

Bike Calgary AGM on Oct. 23 & Board Vacancies

Events
Hello cyclists of Calgary! Bike Calgary's Annual General Meeting is on Wednesday, October 23rd from 7pm to 9pm, at CommunityWise (223 - 12 Ave SW). We have several board vacancies this year. We are looking for members to join the Board of Directors and help guide the direction of Bike Calgary for the next two years. In particular, we are looking for a Treasurer - formal accounting accreditation is not necessary, we would be happy with any experience you could bring to the role. To apply to be on the Bike Calgary Board, please submit your application nomination via the form here: https://forms.gle/2YLboh3fiYR4DQBf8 We are encouraging any interested members to inquire with the current Board members about the nature of the role. Feel free to contact the board members at…
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01Oct 2019 by Gary Millard 2 Comments
Bike Calgary AGM on October 23, 2019 – Mark Your Calendar!

Bike Calgary AGM on October 23, 2019 – Mark Your Calendar!

Events, Volunteering
Bike Calgary's Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 23rd from 7pm to 9pm at CommunityWise (223-12 Ave SW). Join us to hear about what's happened over the last year, our plans for cycling advocacy over the next year, and vote for new members of the Board of Directors. There are vacancies on the Board, and any member is welcome to apply for a position on the Board. In particular, we are looking for a Treasurer this year. If you, or someone you know, is passionate about helping cycling in our community and knows something about organization finances, we would love your help on the Board of Directors. If you have any questions about what a role on the Board may involve, please contact our President, Gary Millard,…
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28Sep 2019 by John No Comments
Bike Calgary Awards & Celebration Wrap-Up

Bike Calgary Awards & Celebration Wrap-Up

Events, YYC Bike Award
On September 20th, Bike Calgary hosted their annual awards & celebration to recognize our great community leaders as well as Bike Calgary's accomplishments to date. We'd like to give a special shout-out to this year's award winners: Commuter of the year: Lindsay Bliek Gets the entire family on bikes for daily travelShares her experiences, advice, and opinions through her blog and social media presenceConnects with other cyclists to encourage and support School of the Year: Twelve Mile Coulee School (Tuscany) Encourages all types of active transport, with high rates of cycling, scooter use, and walkingProvides safe and secure parking for bikes & scooters Business of the Year: Bike Bike Inc. Provides valuable advice and support for people buying bikes, including many first-time buyersPromotes cycling through community engagement, social media presence,…
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08Sep 2019 by Bike Calgary No Comments
Mad Max Ride & Beakerhead – Sept 21st !

Mad Max Ride & Beakerhead – Sept 21st !

Events
Mad Max Ride's post-apocalyptic themed parade is joining Beakerhead's Spectacle this time! Show up in your Mad Max themed costume, ride with us from the Riverwalk (East Village) to The Spectacle (Prince's Island Park) and be part of a spectacular night. All non-motorized transportation (bikes, skateboards, skates, scooters, etc.) is welcome to participate. The first 100 people to register get free entrance to Beakerhead`s Spectacle. NOTE: You must wear a costume and be on wheels to be eligible for the free entry.* https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mad-max-ride-yyc-at-the-spectacle-beakerhead-tickets-70867465497?aff=erelexpmlt SCHEDULE: 4 PM - 5 PM: Meet at the Simmons Building (East Village) and ride with use to The Spectacle at Prince's Island Park5 PM - 10 PM: Join us at The Spectacle where we will be stationed on site. You can take pictures of the various bikes, skates…
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26Jul 2019 by Bike Calgary No Comments
Buy tickets for the YYC Bike Awards & Celebration – Sept 20th!

Buy tickets for the YYC Bike Awards & Celebration – Sept 20th!

Events, YYC Bike Award
Tickets are now on sale for the annual YYC Bike Awards & Celebration! Join us to celebrate Calgary's cycling community and help raise some funds for Bike Calgary. The annual YYC Bike Awards acknowledge contributions to cycling in Calgary by advocates, commuters, businesses, and schools. If you'd like to nominate someone, check out the webpage or fill out the nomination form. Purchase tickets to the celebration through Event Brite. The celebration will be on Friday, September 20th, at the Sunalta Community Centre (1627 10 Ave SW). Doors open at 6:30pm, YYC Bike Awards are presented at 7:30pm, and revelry follows. This year, we will be featuring some of the successes we've had both as Bike Calgary and as a cycling and active transportation community in Calgary. We'd love you have…
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30Apr 2019 by Bike Calgary 1 Comment
Bike to Work Day – Friday, May 3rd

Bike to Work Day – Friday, May 3rd

Events
Bike to Work Day 2019 !!! The weather cooperated, and lots of cyclists showed up. Tell us about your experiences in the comments below. It's here already - the annual spring Bike to Work Day! Come join a few thousand of your closest cycling friends to celebrate cycle commuting in Calgary. Bike Calgary will have a table at the event, and there will be plenty of other bike-related stores, services, and support. Bring a friend who might be interested in trying cycle commuting! There will be a free pancake breakfast served at Eau Claire Market, and many Energy Pit Stops around downtown. Check out the website for more information: http://biketoworkdaycalgary.ca/
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25Apr 2019 by Gary Millard No Comments
Alberta Bike Swap – May 4th

Alberta Bike Swap – May 4th

Events
It's back! The annual Alberta Bike Swap is on Saturday, May 4th, at the City Centre Parkade, 340-10 Ave SW, Calgary. This is a great place to donate or sell your old bike and pick up an inexpensive first bike to ride around the city, or a second bike for just road riding, or a third bike for just cross country trails since your main mountain bike is really just a downhill bike, or a fourth bike you can keep set up for winter riding, or - well, you get the idea. Check out the Alberta Bike Swap website for more info. Alberta Bike Swap
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