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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 17h

Thank You to Our Incredible Volunteers! From #FallGBBW2025 to the Truth & Reconciliation Day Ride, Pride Parade, and The Locker season, you’ve kept the wheels turning and the community connected. We couldn’t do it without you. THANK YOU! #CapitalBike #VolunteerAppreciation #YYJBike #ThankYou

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 4d

Skip the parking stress — The Locker at the Royal Victoria Marathon!
📍 Willows Beach Park (2740 Dalhousie St)
📅 October 11 | 8 AM –12 PM

📍 Corner of Superior St. & Menzies St.
📅 October 12 | 6 AM – 2:30 PM
See the map at capitalbike.ca/thelo... for the best ways to get there. #Marathon #YYJ

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 5d

Fall Go By Bike Week 2025 has been a huge success. A heartfelt thank you to Government of BC, GoByBike BC, Capital Regional District, @victoria.ca, District of Saanich, Town of Sidney, BC Transit, CTV, Virgin Radio, and CFAX, Country Grocer, Starbucks & UVIC. Reminder: Log your rides by Oct. 10.

Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 7d

Pedal & Connect at Centennial Square Tomorrow!
📍 Centennial Square – Oct 2 | 4 - 6:30 PM, sponsored by @victoria.ca.
Wrap up Fall #GoByBikeYYJ with one last big celebration!
A huge thank you to FreshPrep and Country Grocer for providing FREE food to participants. #GBBW #GoByBikeYYJ #CapitalBike

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Jen Stewart @jstewgie.bsky.social · 8d

What a gorgeous day to go on a Reconciliation bike ride with @capitalbike.ca and then jump in the Gorge #YYJ

Speakers on a stage under a tent next to a totem pole in front of a crowd of people wearing orange shirts and standing next to their bikes

A long line of orange-shirted cyclists waits to set off

The Gorge seen from the swim dock looking very calm and autumnal

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 8d

Ride, Refuel & Win at UVic Celebration Station Tomorrow!
📍 UVic Petch Fountain – Oct 1 | 10AM–12PM, sponsored by @University of Victoria.
Fuel up with free coffee from @starbucks, grab a Bingo stamp, and soak up the campus bike joy with fellow riders.
#FallGBBW2025 #GoByBikeYYJ #CapitalBike #UVic

Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 9d

Truth and Reconciliation Day Ride is TOMORROW.
Family-friendly, easy-paced ride. Everyone is welcome. Free registration at signup.com/client/in....
A huge thank you to Victoria Police Department, Discovery Coffee, Cox Taylor, and Country Grocer for supporting this important ride. #GBBW #CapitalBike

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 11d

Sidney Celebration Station is TOMORROW!
Sidney Pier – Sept 28 | 11 AM–1 PM, sponsored by Town of Sidney. Bring your Bingo Card. Visit our Bingo By Bike sponsors for BOGO deals: Sidney Scones, Small Gods Brewing, Sidney Museum, and Marigold Café. Let’s celebrate Fall #GoByBikeYYJ together in Sidney!

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 12d

Kick things off at Celebration Station #1!
Selkirk Trestle North – Sept 27 | 10 AM to 1 PM, sponsored by Capital Regional District.
Stop by and enjoy Coffee courtesy of Starbucks, Fresh fruit from Country Grocer, and a chance at a daily draw prize from Chocolats Favoris. #GoByBikeWeek #GoByBikeYYJ

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 12d

It all starts TOMORROW! Fall #GoByBikeYYJ is rolling in Sept 27 – Oct 3, 2025. Get ready to ride, explore, and WIN amazing prizes just by biking around your community!
- Log your rides at gobybikebc.ca
- Visit Celebration Stations
- Play Bingo By Bike
More gift cards from local favourites.

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 13d

Deadline Tomorrow – Deadline approaching for New Board Members!
Are you passionate about cycling and active transportation? Join Capital Bike’s Board of Directors and help shape the future of biking in the Capital Region!
Applications close September 26, 2025.
Apply now: capitalbike.ca/join-...

Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 14d

Don’t forget to register for the Truth & Reconciliation Day Ride – Sept 30! Registration is FREE – secure your spot today signup.com/client/in....
A big thank-you to Cox Taylor, the Victoria Police Department, Discovery Coffee, Country Grocer & CHEK for helping make this event possible. #YYJbike

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 15d

A big thank you to the Provincial Employees Community Services Fund (PECSF) for their past support of active transportation! Your contributions can support bike education for children and underserved populations, in addition to safe and connected all ages and abilities bike and roll networks. #PECSF

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 16d

Fall Go By Bike Week is here! (Sept 27–Oct 3) Here’s what’s rolling starting on Saturday:
Bingo by Bike–Be sure to stop by our Celebration Stations for stamps, snacks, and fun.
Team Leader Kits–Last chance to pick up your kit before Sept 27.
Guided Ride to Sidney–sign up signup.com/go/AoAfFNU

Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 20d

Join Us on Sept. 30 for the FREE Reconciliation Day Ride
9:30AM Meet @ Songhees Park
10:00AM Presentation
11:00AM Ride to the South Island Powwow
12:00PM Arrive at the South Island Powwow, Royal Athletic Park (The Locker will be onsite.)
Everyone is welcome. Register FREE signup.com/client/in....

Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 21d

New Merch is Here! Hats, seat covers, reflective straps, and more—perfect for Fall #GBBW2025. Grab yours, stay safe, and spread the joy of biking!
Shop now 👉 capitalbike.square.site
Let’s ride bright, ride proud, and always Love Your Ride! #LoveYourRide #CapitalBike #YYJBike #GBBW #FallGBBW2025

Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 26d

(more rolling) Team Leader Kits – Email events@capitalbike.ca before coming to pick up.

Log Your Rides – at GoByBikeBC.ca for more chances to win!

Pedal & Connect – Oct 2, 4–6:30PM at Centennial Square.

Sidney Guided Ride – save your spot signup.com/go/AoAfFNU

More in the next post.

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 26d

(more rolling) Bike to School Week – Contact educationmanager@capitalbike.ca to sign up for your school.

Merch – Grab yours and show them off during Fall GBBW. Shop Now capitalbike.square.site

Mark your calendars, grab your bikes, and let’s make this the most joyful fall ride yet. #FallGBBW #YYJ

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 26d

Just 2 weeks to go until Fall Go By Bike Week 2025 (Sept 27 – Oct 3)! Here’s what’s rolling:
Volunteers – We need more hands on deck. Sign up now signup.com/go/voUdoMK

Bingo by Bike – 5 Bingos get you a chance at the grand prize. Learn more here capitalbike.ca/event...

More in the next post.

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · 29d

We’re looking for new Board Members!
Passionate about cycling and active transportation? Join Capital Bike’s Board of Directors and help shape the future of biking in the Capital Region.
📅 Applications close Sept 26, 2025
👉 Learn more & apply: capitalbike.ca/join-...
#CapitalBike #BoardRecruitment

Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · Sep 6

Celebrate the magic of the Autumn Lantern Festival with lights, culture and community — and let The Locker keep your bike safe while you enjoy the evening.
📍 Gordon Head Recreation Centre (basketball courts)
📅 Sept 13 | 5 PM – 8:30 M
See the map at capitalbike.ca/thelo... to find the best route.

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · Sep 5

#FallGoByBikeWeek2025 is coming! We’ve got so many ways for you to ride and win prizes!
- Bingo by Bike: capitalbike.ca/event...
- Team Leader Kits are ready!
- Pedal&Connect
- Guided Ride to Sidney: Sign up signup.com/go/AoAfFNU. Register as a marshal signup.com/go/XrHstVb
- Bike to School Week

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · Sep 5

Ride down to Market Square and enjoy the Oktoberfest vibes of Big Patio Days 2025. The Locker will keep your bike safe and secure.
📍 Market Square
📅 Sept 20 | 12PM–10PM
See the map at capitalbike.ca/thelo... for the best ways to get there.
#CapitalBike #BCCC #YYJEvents #MarketSquare #FreeBikeValet

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · Sep 3

Rolling to Rifflandia on a bike, scooter, or skateboard? Let The Locker keep your ride safe while you enjoy the music and festival.
📍Corner of Chatham & Store St.
📅 Sept 11 - 3pm to 12am;
Sept 12 - 2pm to 1am;
Sept 13 - 11am to 1am;
Sept 14 - 11am to 12am
#TheLocker #Rifflandia

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Capital Bike @capitalbike.ca · Aug 27

Heading to the Saanich Fair by bike? Let The Locker keep your ride safe while you enjoy the agricultural competitions, livestock displays, and family fun!
📍Saanich Fairgrounds, 1528 Stellys Cross Rd, Saanichton
📅 Aug 30 & 31: 9AM–10:30PM
Sept 1: 9AM–6:30PM
#TheLocker #CapitalBike #SaanichFair #YYJ

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