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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…

The Bike Calgary May newsletter is out featuring some of the latest cycling news from across the city, and some tips as you get out biking more this spring and summer. This month's newsletter includes an Advocacy update, Community events, Volunteer opportunities and Safety tips. Click here to read the full newsletter.

Calgary's 2023-2026 proposed budget has been released and it has very little funding for supporting active transportation. For more information, please check out our previous post. The good thing is the budget has not been approved and there is still time to change it. There are councillors that support active transportation and that want you to speak out. The date for public submissions is Nov 22. Below is an overview of how to register or write or speak. A Couple More Details: Select Council for meeting you wish to attend The agenda item is 9.2.1.You can copresent with another person or group. You will get 5 minutes for every person that is presenting. If you are speaking you can also share a presentation or any printed documents You will be…