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It's that time of year again! Calgary will be participating in our third official year of the Vélo Canada Bikes Pedal Poll / Sondo Vélo happening between June 4th - June 9th and we need your help to count. The sites have been chosen and dates will be Tuesday, June 4th and Saturday, June 8th but may shift to another day in the week based on weather and smoke conditions. If you have flex days or are looking for a way to help the biking community and participate as a citizen scientist, sign up now! As a focus community, we will be coordinating a "snap shot" across the city in multiple locations, with counters at each location throughout the day. Volunteer The following shifts are available for selection at our…

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Bike Calgary recently met with staff from the City’s Parks Pathways department to discuss Snow and Ice Control (SNIC) on the extensive multi-use pathway system. The conversation included the challenges associated with the Chinook weather patterns which typically lead to alternating snow & ice melt – freeze cycles like the ones we are currently experiencing. Winter cyclists must deal with slush and puddles in the afternoon, followed by glassy smooth or rutted ice in the morning. While impacting all pathway users, this morning ice is particularly dangerous to bike riders. For cyclists who regularly ride the same routes throughout the winter season, it is common to see pathway locations which consistently experience significant ice problems – usually due to low spots, poor drainage, or poor snow storage location leading to…

“Some of our members didn’t realize just how busy and impactful we’ve been.” – Doug Clark, incoming Bike Calgary President Attendees at the 2023 Bike Calgary Annual General Meeting in November were impressed at how much had been accomplished in the past year, and were given a look at the organization’s longer-term strategy. Bike Calgary shared some highlights of 2023, which included: Ward Rides with seven different Calgary city councillors. We use these mobile meetings to celebrate successes and point out areas for improvement with councillors in their local wards. Successful events, like Winter Bike Day and a screening of the documentary The Engine Inside (co-hosted with the Downtown Core Community Association), which brought people together and raised our profile in the community. Advocacy efforts to save the 3rd Ave…

Bike Calgary is currently seeking nominations from those interested in joining our Board of Directors.  Our mission is to make Calgary a great place for all cyclists – present and future – through advocacy, education and community. So if you are interested in helping guide the direction of Bike Calgary, having your voice heard and making a difference for our cycling community, this is your chance! The Bike Calgary Board of Directors is a dedicated working board that meets regularly both in-person and virtually, in addition to participating in local events. Previous board experience is not required but is appreciated, and previous volunteer experience with Bike Calgary is considered an asset.  We are working to reduce barriers to participation in active transportation, in advocacy and within our organizational structure. We…

Did you know that the 3rd Avenue mobility lanes might be removed this fall? Bike Calgary is seeking a network of volunteers to help us bring awareness of how important this connection is within our downtown. Do you have a few hours to spare this summer? Join us in the fight to save the 3rd Ave SW Mobility lanes.  Join our efforts! We will distribute a kit to each volunteer that includes :  A Bike Calgary Tee shirt Postcards to be filled out or taken away by riders on the route - these postcards will be sent to city council demanding that they keep this infrastructure in place.  Large poster to be placed ahead of your chosen location List of talking points and training  Your mission, should you choose to…