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Cassie Smith (she/her) @cassiesmith.bsky.social · 1d

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 · 28d

🇨🇦 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 · 8d

🧡 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 · 12d

🎵🚲 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 · 14d

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 · 15d

🚲+🇨🇦=💰💰💰

"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 · 20d

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 · 22d

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 · 28d

🇨🇦 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 · 28d

🇨🇦 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 · 28d

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 · 28d

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 · 28d

🇨🇦 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 · 28d

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...

us02web.zoom.us

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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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ebikes-international @ebikesinternatl.bsky.social · Aug 28

Vélo Canada Bikes 2025 Annual General Meeting Sept. 21 – Special Guest Speaker Tom Flood #cycling #ebikes #cargobikes #bikelife t.ly/-0sVv

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Aug 27

Thank you for registering and spreading the word!

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Elizabeth Yeoman @elizabethyeoman.bsky.social · Aug 27

I am so looking forward to @tomflood.bsky.social's talk in September!

Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Aug 26

Be a part of the national voice for cycling! Join us on Sept. 21st, 2-4 p.m. ET on Zoom for our 2025 Annual General Meeting.

Our guest speaker, @tomflood.bsky.social of Rovélo Creative, will share his expertise on creative messaging.

Register by Sept. 19th.
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...

us02web.zoom.us

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Aug 26

Be a part of the national voice for cycling! Join us on Sept. 21st, 2-4 p.m. ET on Zoom for our 2025 Annual General Meeting.

Our guest speaker, @tomflood.bsky.social of Rovélo Creative, will share his expertise on creative messaging.

Register by Sept. 19th.
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...

us02web.zoom.us

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Mark Anderson (He/His/Him) 🍁 @cycletherapyham.bsky.social · Aug 26

Whooo hooo I get to hear @tomflood.bsky.social speak again.
If you are not a member there is still time to sign up for @velocanadabikes.bsky.social
velocanadabikes.org/membership/

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Tom Flood @tomflood.bsky.social · Aug 26

Looking forward to being a guest speaker at the @velocanadabikes.bsky.social 2025 AGM.

us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Red content piece with a picture of me (guest speaker) at the 2025 Annual General Meeting - Sunday sept 21
VeloCanadabikes.org/membership

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Sara F.L. Kirk @sflkirk.bsky.social · Aug 25

I'm excited for the upcoming @velocanadabikes.bsky.social AGM & you should be too! Featuring special guest & absolute legend @tomflood.bsky.social! Don't miss it - register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... Better still, become a VCB member or donate for a #BikeFriendlyCanada

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...

us02web.zoom.us

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Lanrick Bennett @lanrickbennett.bsky.social · Aug 19

Drum Roll for #BikeTO 49 City Rating

473 Overall City Ranking Out of 2901 cities — 84th percentile

cityratings.peopleforbikes.org/cities/toron...

Cc: @velocanadabikes.bsky.social @ohtheurbanity.bsky.social @shifter.info @bikeottawa.bsky.social

#yycbike #yegbike #hfxbike #ottbike

Map of Toronto Ontario, canada

473 Overall City Ranking out of 2901 Cities - 84th Percentile 125 In large City Group

49 City Rating

49 Network Score

Different Scores shown

32 People
51 Opportunity
52 Core Services
51 Recreation
69 Retail
37 Transit

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Aug 18

Our Cross-Country Cycling Advocacy Calls feature amazing work from across Canada. To extend their reach, we've started posting them to YouTube. The 1st is with @envirocentre.bsky.social's Felicity Borgal & Cassie Smith, who share insights on Ottawa's Let's Bike Month. Watch now: youtu.be/EaQYNx5bZBQ

How to organize a joyful month-long cycling campaign in your community

YouTube video by Vélo Canada Bikes

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Aug 12

🇵🇱 This Friday on the Cross Country Cycling Advocacy Call:

Becca Denley of Yellowknife’s SHIFT NWT Bike Share will share lessons from the Velo-city conference in Poland earlier this summer from a Canadian perspective.

📩 Message us here to get the details!

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Vélo Canada Bikes @velocanadabikes.bsky.social · Jul 31

Congratulations to @cycletoronto.bsky.social and other allies on their hard won victory!

Judge Paul Schabas reviewed the evidence presented & deemed the province's plan to remove three major Toronto bike lanes to be unconstitutional.

⚖️ Read the judgement: assets.nationbuilder.com/cycletoronto...

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