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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · 6d

Kids Bike Trade UP is Friday at the Genesis Center in Falconridge. Bring your bike donations, pick up a toddler bike or trade your old bike up for one that fits. Sign up to avoid disappointment : www.kidsbiketradeup.com
#yycbike

kid straddles a bike while a bike fitter checks size and talks with his dad

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · 6d

Hey Look! We're in @shifter.info 's new video.

And yes, those amazing bike racks at Lester Pearson, are our wheel-bender to functional rack conversion - with chains so you don't need a U-Lock.

Lots' of good data and information here. #yycbike
#yycbe #yyccsd

Tom Babin @shifter.info · 7d

New video: The story of one boy has given me hope for getting more kids riding bikes to school again
youtu.be/Lqz6TjVXIxc

Why kids don't bike to school anymore (and 5 things that can fix it)

YouTube video by Shifter

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · 8d

It's almost here! our next Kids Bike Trade Up event is Friday at Genesis Center. Sign up to make sure you're not disappointed.
www.kidsbiketradeup.com
We'll have baby and toddler bikes for free (while supplies last) and will take any and all bike donations. #yycbike

bikes are lined up as well as people lined up at a tent

A boy and girls show off new bike while their dad stands alongside

the crowd includes people mulling around waiting to trade in used bikes for a new to them bike.

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · 24d

Some pics from WheelsFEst today! thanks @bathtubbikes.bsky.social and International Avenue for the great event! So many people made our Birdfeeder! #yycbike

A bird feeder made of old bike tire with a fake bird on top

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · 24d

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · 25d

Yes! we'd love to get some help from parents to get better bike parking at schools. New schools have parking for 400 bikes, old ones? there were schools with NO parking when we started. LEt's talk!

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Sep 8

Hey - We're updating our social and here is our new Link Tree: Follow along with us everywhere! linktr.ee/YouthenRoute1

Youth en Route | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree

Youth en Route empowers teens with cycling. We teach skills, boost confidence and deliver the equipment needed to travel their communities by bike.

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BikeBike In Calgary @bikebikeyyc.bsky.social · Sep 6

Join us for International Coffee Outside Day on Saturday October 4th. Coffee! Cookies! And someone will win a sweet prize pack from @ridewithgps.bsky.social #yycbike

Register here -> ridewithgps.com/events/33524... #coffeeoutside

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Sep 8

Hey, we've got a new video up on our youtube channel! Meet Mario our operations manager #yycbike
youtube.com/shorts/LB8tA...

Meet Mario! Youth en Route's Operations Manager; master mechanic & artist

YouTube video by Youth En Route

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Sep 2

We've extended our job posting! If you're looking for a role that inspiring, active, outside and educational - reach out now! #yycbike #yycjobs

All the info is on our blog post:
youthenroute.ca/were-hiring-...

We’re Hiring a Cyclist in Residence – Youth En Route

youthenroute.ca

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Aug 25

Youth en Route is hiring? Do you love cycling? Do you recognize how two wheels can empower youth by expanding transportation choices? This might be the role for you. Could be part time during school or retirement, or more of a full time role. Reach out! #yycbike youthenroute.ca/were-hiring-...

woman in yellow shirt stands by a bike with a young girl riding tentatively - both are wearing hijabs

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Aug 22

And the winners are . . .
Amy did the draw for the $10 raffle on Monday and the lucky winners have been contacted to collect their prizes. The winning numbers are shown below! Thanks for supporting the Bicycle Film Festival Raffle and Ridley's Cycle! #yycbike

woman in yellow shirt draws from bin of ticket stubs.

Winning tickets 0408, second 0010, 0796, 0275 and 0428

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Aug 22

Our newest video is now posted to our You Tube Channel. Take a look at what we've be up to! #yycbike #yyc
youtu.be/cEo6oqa4_Rk?...

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Aug 22

Take a look at our job posting and come work for us. You'll love your job! #yycbike

staffer watches a young girl ride a tricycel in a gym with a We Hiring message across image. Text says share your passion for wheels see the link in our bio.

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Aug 20

We're looking for a Cyclist in Residence! Are you a passionate cyclist and want to share the 2-wheel joy with Calgary and area teenagers? This is the job for you. #yycbike #yyc #yycjobs
youthenroute.ca/were-hiring-...

Staff in a yellow shirt teaches a young girl to ride a bike

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BikeBike In Calgary @bikebikeyyc.bsky.social · Aug 14

Got your tickets, #yycbike?

bikecalgary.bsky.social @bikecalgary.bsky.social · Aug 14

Bike Film Festival Calgary is happening August 15 at Globe Cinema! @bffworld Calgary presents an all new curated screening of short films hosted by @ridleyscycle. We will be providing a bike valet and look forward to celebrating cycling w/ the community! Tickets: bicyclefilmfestival.com/tickets
#yyc

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Aug 15

Tonight is the night! If you haven't got your tickets.....there will be some a the door!

Bike Valet courtesy of @bikecalgary.bsky.social Lots of prizes and raffle tickets. Come join the fun!

#yycbike

movie oster for bicycle film festival showing theatre with bike rider on screen and points to www.ridleys.com for tickets.

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Aug 15

Come say hi tonight! And thanks to @bikecalgary.bsky.social there will be a bike valet - your wheels will be safe while you enjoy the movie. #yycbike #yyc

bikecalgary.bsky.social @bikecalgary.bsky.social · Aug 14

Award-winning & emerging cycling films from around the world. Net proceeds benefit @youthenroute.bsky.social!

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Aug 12

Have you got your tickets to our raffle?
You can win an E-Bike, a @kruch.bsky.social custom bike, new MTB brakes or $500 all thanks to Ridley's Cycles and their partners! Tickets are just $10. Tickets will be for sale at the Bicycle Film Festival on Friday too! #yycbike Proceeds support our work

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Aug 12

And yes, you'll be supporting our work too! Proceeds are going to our school programs.

Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Aug 12

Hey #yycbike Come hang out with us and the great folks at Ridley's at the Bicycle Film Festival Friday at the Globe Theatre. Showtime is 7 p.m. Lots of inspiration and fun to be had! Bike Valet courtesy of @bikecalgary.bsky.social
www.ridleys.com/articles/bic...?

Bicycle Film Festival - Calgary 2025

www.ridleys.com

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Calgary Climate Hub @calgaryclimatehub.ca · Jul 22

Next stop was #RiverHall, where we talked about #Placemaking & the shift from downtown car awareness to park pedestrian awareness before hitting up the #BowRiverPathways. We also had friend Merv tell us about the great work @youthenroute.bsky.social does!
#HubAndSpokes #yyc #yycbike #YouthEnRoute

Sunny day, a jumble of bikes and bikers at River Hall

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Jul 25

Our next Kids Bike Trade Up is Saturday at our Hub!
Get a bike to fit your growing cyclists. Find a home for the too-small wheels and get more kids rolling. #yycbike

kidsbiketradeup.com

The Kids Bike Trade UP is an event that allows families to try out and trade in old bikes in exchange for refurbished bikes donated to our charity, Youth en Route.

kidsbiketradeup.com

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Jul 5

Check out our latest video! We're trying to do a better job of explaining the work we do and its impact! Take a look! #yycbike #yyc #yyccc

youtu.be/WY8p7Za-8uo?...

What we do: Empowering youth

YouTube video by Youth En Route

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Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · Jun 17

Hey Bike Mechanics! We are hiring. We have a summer job position we're calling a Bike Valet: We want help to move bikes, pump tires, learn repair skills. Driver's license is an asset, but not required. Apply by June 25th:

www.youthenroute.ca/were-hiring-... #yycbike #yycjobs #summer

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www.youthenroute.ca

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