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Stop Spinning our Wheels on Reform

25 Jul 2016, Posted by Dayle Laing in Brampton Cycling, Region of Peel Cycling

Jul 22nd Brampton Guardian Editorial expresses the advocacy message of BikeBrampton to a ‘T’. With greatest respect, the entire contents are reprinted here in case any of our subscribers missed this excellent piece of work. Our sincere thanks to Brampton Guardian editorial staff. “European cities don’t have all the answers to creating livable cities, but they are trying. ­The same can’t be said in Canada, and in particular, Peel Region. Our love of the car has created a deadly mess, as recent…

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Bike to School Week GTHA Experience

23 Jul 2016, Posted by David Laing in Brampton Cycling, Brampton Kids on Bikes, Events-GTA Cycling, Ontario Cycling, Region of Peel Cycling

Hundreds of schools from across Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area participated in Bike to School week organized by Events Subcommittee of Active and Sustainable School Transportation (ASST) Regional Hub of Metrolinx. The subcommittee is comprised of staff from Metrolinx and its program Smart Commute, school boards, Public Health units, municipal Transportation Services departments, and non-governmental organizations. CultureLink, an NGO involved with providing cycling programming to schools, is contracted to support work of the subcommittee. The campaign is affiliated with Bike Month,…

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Save The Date: July 24, 2016

21 Jul 2016, Posted by Kevin Montgomery in Brampton Cycling Advisory Committee, Past Event Cycling

It’s time to save the date again. Join us on Sunday, July 24 at 9:45am as we continue the Community Rides by exploring the Fernforest area. Register for your choice of 5km or 15km route, depending on your comfort level. All cyclists are welcome, whether you live in Brampton or are visiting. Stick around after the ride for a free refreshment!

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Brampton Libraries Community Spotlight

15 Jul 2016, Posted by Dayle Laing in Brampton Cycling, Brampton Kids on Bikes, Past Event Cycling, Region of Peel Cycling

Brampton Library designated June Active Lifestyle month with a series of Community Spotlight presentations by volunteers from BikeBrampton. Peel Walk+Roll assisted by printing our poster displays for each of the 5 library branches we visited. We believe that biking in Brampton builds our community, so engaging library users is another great way to connect with residents! The sessions were attended by small groups who asked wonderful questions. A bit hit was the map for each library branch, created by Peel Walk+Roll. Children came forward…

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Bike to School Week Parent Experience

15 Jul 2016, Posted by Dayle Laing in Brampton Cycling, Brampton Kids on Bikes, Past Event Cycling, Region of Peel Cycling

On the final day of Bike to School Week, the mother of a kindergarten student was locking his bike to the rack as I was counting the bikes. The bell had already rung.  She told me that they had been running late and she told her son they would drive the car to school.  “No Mum”, he told her, “I have to ride my bike and exercise my brain”. I was thrilled.  The message is working and children, even very…

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CeleBrampton BikeFest 2016

15 Jul 2016, Posted by Dayle Laing in Brampton Cycling, Brampton Kids on Bikes, Cycling Safety, Events-GTA Cycling, Past Event Cycling, Region of Peel Cycling

CeleBrampton BikeFest opens Main Street downtown for people to celebrate the start of summer in the city. Jun 11th marked BikeBrampton’s 4th annual participation, educating residents on cycling safety, encouraging them to come out to Bike Month events like Bike the Creek, Brampton’s new Community Rides, and our series of Brampton Library Community Spotlight presentations. Cyclists took Ministry of Transportation Road Safety Challenge for a chance to win cycling safety prizes such as helmets, bike lights, reflectors and mirrors. Thanks to the…

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PEYA Amazing Green Race 2016

14 Jul 2016, Posted by Dayle Laing in Brampton Cycling, Brampton Kids on Bikes, Cycling Safety, Past Event Cycling, Region of Peel Cycling

BikeBrampton challenged Peel Environmental Youth Alliance’s Amazing Green Race students with the Bike Safety Intersection Game on May 21st at University of Toronto Mississauga. Environmental leaders of tomorrow sped through skill testing quizzes to advance to the next checkpoint via walking, cycling or taking transit. Ministry of Transportation Road Safety Challenge provided grant money for BikeBrampton to have the game the volunteers developed be produced. PEYA organizes 2 events per year for senior students from Brampton and Mississauga. The Peel Environmental Youth Alliance…

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Bike to Work Day 2016

14 Jul 2016, Posted by Dayle Laing in Bicycle Friendly Business Program, Brampton Cycling, Brampton Cycling Advisory Committee, Cycling Benefits - Economics, Region of Peel Cycling

Record group of cyclists gathered in downtown Brampton Garden Square for 4th annual Bike to Work Day on May 30th, kicking off Bike Month. Downtown BIA joined City of Brampton, Region of Peel, BikeBrampton and Brampton Transit in partnering to plan the event for enthusiastic cyclists. Group-led rides from 6 starting points encouraged cyclists to try commuting to downtown Brampton. Mayor Linda Jeffrey spoke of an exciting future for cycling in Brampton. Peel Police Chief Jennifer Evans reminded us of rules of…

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Save The Date: July 19, 2016

13 Jul 2016, Posted by Kevin Montgomery in Brampton Cycling Advisory Committee, Past Event Cycling

It’s time to save the date again. Join us on Tuesday, July 5 at 6:15pm am as we continue the Community Rides by exploring Mount Pleasant. Register for your choice of 5km or 15km route, depending on your comfort level. All cyclists are welcome, whether you live in Brampton or are visiting. Stick around after the ride for a free refreshment!

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