It appears as though the summer weather is just about here! That makes it the ideal time of the year to try out more active ways to get around the city. It is also the time of year to check out a series of different commuting-related events that promote both active transportation and transit! So dust off that bike and check them out. Best part, they are all FREE!
1. Winter Cycling for Everyone : Film and Panel Discussion – May 30th (6:30-8 pm)
Ok, ok, so with a delayed summer, who really wants to think about winter cycling? But did you know that Winnipeg has been selected as the next location for the Winter Cycling Congress in 2014? Come check out a short film and panel exploring winter cycling.
Panel discussion after film– featuring Paul Jordan, COO of the Forks, Councillor Justin Swandel, design whiz Andrea Tetrault (Winnipeg Cycle Chick) and speaker Timo Perälä. Moderated by Bartley Kives.
2. Commuter Challenge – June 2-8
Hey you, it’s June! It’s the perfect month to get outdoors and start commuting to work by bike, walk, or bus (or canoe, rollerblades, carpool, telecommute, etc.). Did you know that in addition to being good for your health, commuting by bike may also make you happier?
Register through the Green Action Centre website for a chance to win great prizes (including a prize valued at $100 from us!).
3. MEC Bikefest – June 15
Come join the fun and connect with your local cycling community. You can try out gear, test ride a new bike, browse exhibitors’ booths, score deals at the MEC Gearswap, or learn skills at a bike clinic. There’ll also be group rides, performers, entertainment, and kids’ activities.
All the fun takes place at the Forks.
4. Downtown Biz Living Room: Downtown Cycling Presentation and Workshop – June 19th (10-11:30 am)
Join Bike to Work and the Downtown BIZ as they host a cycle-friendly workplace workshop to promote the cycling initiatives taking place downtown. Watch a video that recognizes Winnipeg workplaces who are championing cycling initiatives; and a “how to” video on how to make your workplace more cycle-friendly. Be entered to win a bike rack and other prizes!
5. Bike to Work Day – June 21st
Make sure you register in advance and then ride your bike to work on Friday, June 21st! You’ve already practiced during the Commuter Challenge, so how hard could it be? From 6:30-9 am stop at any number of pit stops placed a long cycling routes for refreshments and some quick bike fix-ups. Peg City Car Co-op will be hosting a pit stop at River and Osborne. After work head over to the Forks between 3:30-7 pm for a BBQ!
Join us at The University of Winnipeg at 7 pm the night before (June 20th) for the first annual Bike Shorts Film Night (sponsored by Peg City Car Co-op).
BONUS: Peg City Car Co-op Turns 2! – June 24th
It was two years ago that Peg City Car Co-op was launched on Bike to Work Day! We started with 36 members and 3 cars! Today we have 8 cars and almost 150 members! En lieu of party, we encourage you to maintain your healthy active transportation habits built over the past month and bike, walk or bus to work.
