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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · 15h

@juliedabrusin.bsky.social @avankoeverden.bsky.social @marniemcb.bsky.social @ericstpierre.bsky.social @jeanyip3.bsky.social @gordjohns.bsky.social @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @runchinguyenrun.bsky.social @andreannelarouche.bsky.social @patbonin.bsky.social

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · 15h

🇨🇦 22 Canadian MPs from 4 parties & 2 senators joined local & national cycling supporters to support the message that building bicycle-friendly communities brings prosperity to our country.

Thanks to all the folks who made this our most successful Bike Day on the Hill!

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Jean Yip @jeanyip3.bsky.social · 1d

Yesterday, I attended my second annual Bike Day on the Hill—hosted by Velo Canada Bikes . 🚲

I had a strategy planned for this slow bike race until MP Gord Johns crashed into me. LOL 😂 . No surprise that SoS Adam Van Koeverdan won!

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Bike Ottawa @bikeottawa.bsky.social · 15h

@cycletoronto.bsky.social wins @velocanadabikes.bsky.social’s National Cycling Advocate of the Year award for 2025 for successfully challenging Bill 212.

A much deserved award. Congratulations! 👏

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Green Communities Canada @greencommunities.bsky.social · 18h

Investing in cycling infrastructure = safer roads for all users + healthy, prosperous communities. Thrilled to have champion for active transportation infrastructure, Honourable @gregorrobertson.bsky.social, as Minister of Housing +Infrastructure. #BikeDayOnTheHill 📷 @VeloCanadaBikes.bsky.social

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Green Communities Canada @greencommunities.bsky.social · 18h

MPs from *all* parties stand together with The Honourable @juliedabrusin.bsky.social (Minister for the Environment + #ClimateChange) celebrating @cycletoronto.bsky.social as they are recognized as "National Cycling Advocate of the Year" by @velocanadabikes.bsky.social

#BikeDayOnTheHill

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nataliehhhh.bsky.social @nataliehhhh.bsky.social · 20h

SHOUT OUT 📢 to @cycletoronto.bsky.social for receiving the 2025 National Cycling Advocate of the Year Award from @velocanadabikes.bsky.social for their historic Charter win against Ford's attack on bike lanes!

Join the Bill 212 anniversary ride on Oct. 21, 2025! 🚴‍♂️🚴🚴‍♀️
www.cycleto.ca/oct_21_rally

Protect our Rights. Protect our Streets.

www.cycleto.ca

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Sara F.L. Kirk @sflkirk.bsky.social · 1d

I'd have loved to attend Bike Day on the Hill #BDOTH this year. Helmets off to my @velocanadabikes.bsky.social directors old & new for a great event showcasing the value of a #BikeFriendlyCanada. Seeing parliamentarians tackling the slow bike race will never get old! #BikeJoy #BikingBuildsCommunity

bellscorners @bellscorners.bsky.social · 1d

🚴‍♀️ Bike Day on the Hill 2025 🥳 youtu.be/PuoVkV9z64I @velocanadabikes.bsky.social @bikeottawa.bsky.social @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @ohtheurbanity.bsky.social @jleiper.bsky.social @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social @biketoronto.bsky.social @velodhiver.bsky.social #ottbike #bellscorners #collegeWard

Bike Day on the Hill 2025

YouTube video by bellscorners

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · 1d

Incredibly well deserved. Thank you Michael and Cycle Toronto for fighting the good fight. We know the it's not over yet.

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mlongfield.bsky.social @mlongfield.bsky.social · 2d

Can you believe it? @cycletoronto.bsky.social wins 2025 "National Cycling Advocate of the Year" presented by @velocanadabikes.bsky.social for our fight and successful legal challenge of Bill 212. Proud to be joined on stage by Board director @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social and former ed Jared Kolb.

Dave Shellnutt, Michael Longfield, and Jared Kolb holding the National Cycling Advocate of the Year award

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bellscorners @bellscorners.bsky.social · 1d

🚴‍♀️ Bike Day on the Hill 2025 🥳 youtu.be/PuoVkV9z64I @velocanadabikes.bsky.social @bikeottawa.bsky.social @tkavanaghbayward.bsky.social @ohtheurbanity.bsky.social @jleiper.bsky.social @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social @biketoronto.bsky.social @velodhiver.bsky.social #ottbike #bellscorners #collegeWard

Bike Day on the Hill 2025

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Cassie Smith (she/her) @cassiesmith.bsky.social · 3d

I'm looking forward to cycling over to Parliament Hill tomorrow to connect with many amazing people working hard to build a bike-friendly Canada. Bring your bike to the hill for a big group photo at 5pm!

#OttBike #VeloGat

Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Sep 10

🇨🇦 Join parliamentarians, local and national leaders, and fellow cyclists in for a non-partisan celebration of everyday cycling in Canada. Let us know if you can be there in Ottawa on Wednesday, October 8th at 5 p.m. for Bike Day on the Hill 2025!

Register here: simpli.events/e/bikedayont...

Bike Day on the Hill 2025 | Simpli Events

Bike Day on the Hill is back! Join parliamentarians, local and national leaders, and fellow cyclists in a non-partisan celebration of everyday cycling in Canada. This year we will be highlighting cycl...

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · 10d

🧡 This National Day for Truth & Reconciliation we are inspired by members like @trailsbc.bsky.social.

The sməq̓ʷaʔ xeł (the Great Blue Heron Way) led by scəẁaθən məsteyəxʷ Elder xʷasteniya (Ruth Adams) is more than just a trail network. It is a project of reconciliation, healing, & connection.

Trails BC @trailsbc.bsky.social · May 21

Trails BC is privileged to support the Great Blue Heron Way led by Elder xʷasteniya Ruth Adams from the Tsawwassen First Nation. This is the story of her vision, how we all come together. The Great Blue Heron Way seeks to connect First Nations. youtu.be/8HMq0tb89SQ?...

sməq̓ʷaʔ xeł - Our Great Blue Heron Way

YouTube video by Trails Society of British Columbia

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · 14d

🎵🚲 Calling all bike fans who are also music nerds!

We need help on our Bike Day on the Hill playlist. Listen and comment what bike songs should be added.

🎧 What we have so far: music.apple.com/ca/playlist/...

Bike Day on the Hill by Safiya Benoit on Apple Music

Playlist · 15 Songs

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · 16d

What are the messages and tactics we can use to reframe the discourse around road safety? That was the subject of master special guest speaker @tomflood.bsky.social's talk at the Vélo Canada Bikes AGM this past weekend.

▶️ Missed it? Here's a recording:
youtu.be/2GtdTk6_b4

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · 17d

🚲+🇨🇦=💰💰💰

"The case is straightforward: cycling boosts tourism, supports Canadian businesses, saves households money, and cuts public spending on health and transportation."

Great to see Bike Day on the Hill featured in @momentummag.bsky.social!

👉 momentummag.com/bike-day-on-...

Bike Day on the Hill 2025: How Cycling is Driving Canada’s Prosperity

Bike Day on the Hill may feature wobbly MPs and playful slow races, but at its core it’s a reminder that two wheels can push Canada toward healthier communities and a stronger economy

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · 22d

Some of the work of speaker @tomflood.bsky.social (rovelocreative) in the wild!

Tom will share stories & lessons on disrupting transportation norms through powerful communication at our AGM Sun, Sept 21 at 2 pm Eastern.

The deadline to register is Fri night!

👉 us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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EnviroCentre @envirocentre.bsky.social · 24d

Bike Day on the Hill is back! 🚲 Join @velocanadabikes.bsky.social, Parliamentarians, EnviroCentre & the cycling community on Oct 8 at 5 PM on Parliament Hill. Fun, free, family-friendly—let’s fill the hill & celebrate the power of cycling! Register & bring your friends: simpli.events/e/bikedayont...

Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Sep 10

🇨🇦 Join parliamentarians, local and national leaders, and fellow cyclists in for a non-partisan celebration of everyday cycling in Canada. Let us know if you can be there in Ottawa on Wednesday, October 8th at 5 p.m. for Bike Day on the Hill 2025!

Register here: simpli.events/e/bikedayont...

Bike Day on the Hill 2025 | Simpli Events

Bike Day on the Hill is back! Join parliamentarians, local and national leaders, and fellow cyclists in a non-partisan celebration of everyday cycling in Canada. This year we will be highlighting cycl...

simpli.events

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Sep 10

🇨🇦 Rejoignez des parlementaires, des leaders locaux & nationaux, & d'autres cyclistes pour une célébration non partisane du vélo au quotidien au Canada. Faites-nous savoir si vous pouvez être présent à Ottawa le mercredi 8 oct à 17h pour le Jour du vélo sur la Colline!

simpli.events/e/bikedayont...

Bike Day on the Hill 2025 | Simpli Events

Bike Day on the Hill is back! Join parliamentarians, local and national leaders, and fellow cyclists in a non-partisan celebration of everyday cycling in Canada. This year we will be highlighting cycl...

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Sep 10

Nonprofit event supporters: @bikeottawa.bsky.social and @heartandstroke.bsky.social

And as always, thank you to our Supporting Partners: Outdoor Gear Canada, Shimano, SRAM, Trek Bicycle and Urban Racks!

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Sep 10

Thank you to our event sponsors!

❶ Titanium: @envirocentre.bsky.social

❷ Carbon Fibre: CAA

❸ Aluminium: @ebikesinternatl.bsky.social

❹ Steel: @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social, Co-operators, Retro-Rides.ca, Global Public Affairs and Urban Systems

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Sep 10

🇨🇦 Join parliamentarians, local and national leaders, and fellow cyclists in for a non-partisan celebration of everyday cycling in Canada. Let us know if you can be there in Ottawa on Wednesday, October 8th at 5 p.m. for Bike Day on the Hill 2025!

Register here: simpli.events/e/bikedayont...

Bike Day on the Hill 2025 | Simpli Events

Bike Day on the Hill is back! Join parliamentarians, local and national leaders, and fellow cyclists in a non-partisan celebration of everyday cycling in Canada. This year we will be highlighting cycl...

simpli.events

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Sep 10

Everyone is invited! You have to register here to get the Zoom meeting details: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Vélo Canada Bikes 2025 Annual General Meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Be a part of your national voice for everyday cycling by participating in the Vélo Canada Bikes Annual General Meeting! You must register in advance to receive the Zoom meeting details, calendar invi...

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Sep 4

Our AGM was featured in @canadiancycling.bsky.social Magazine! Let's see if we can mobilize some more sporty cyclists to join the movement for a bicycle-friendly Canada!

cyclingmagazine.ca/sections/rid...

Vélo Canada Bikes AGM set for Sept. 21, with guest speaker Tom Flood - Canadian Cycling Magazine

National cycling advocacy group invites members and supporters to take part in its annual online meeting

cyclingmagazine.ca

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Richard Dal Monte @richdalmonte.bsky.social · Sep 3

Ooofff, feel this.

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@cameronmaltby.bsky.social @tomflood.bsky.social @americanfietser.bsky.social @bikeleague.org @bikelaneuprising.bsky.social @velocanadabikes.bsky.social @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social

The Beaverton @thebeaverton.com · Sep 3

Pedestrian walking in road because cyclist riding on sidewalk because car parked in bike lane

TORONTO - Eyewitnesses today confirmed reports that a pedestrian was walking in the road because a cyclist was riding on the sidewalk because a car was parked in the bike lane.

www.thebeaverton.com

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