Welcome to Bike Month York Region! Our nine municipalities offer amazing trails, lanes, and parks for you to enjoy, so get ready to explore this June!
Bike Month kicks-off on June 1st to June 30th, York Region and Smart Commute invite you to a celebration of cycling by participating in events and virtually! You’re encouraged to commute by bike or cycling for recreation as a fun, healthy and efficient activity!
Join in cycling fun by taking up the Bike Month contests in June! Simply participate by cycling and log your trips on the Smart Commute app during the month of June. Visit York.ca/SmartCommute for more details
Date: Saturday, June 1st, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (rain or shine)
Location: Central York Chamber of Commerce, 470 Davis Drive, Newmarket
(shared parking lot with Senior’s Centre)
- Grab a FREE drawstring bag with reflective band (while supplies last)
- Fuel up with FREE refreshments!
- Enjoy family-friendly activities - discovery stations for kids with Passport Contest
- Learn more about cycling in Newmarket & pick-up a York Region cycling map
- Fill out a ballot for a chance to WIN some fantastic draw prizes!
- NEW for 2024 - BIKE PARADE @ 11 a.m.
Presenting Sponsor: HUFFY
Legacy Sponsor: Spoke O’Motion
Questions? [email protected]
Bike Month Lunch and Learns
Safe Cycling 101 Workshop - Wednesday, May 29th from 12pm-1pm
Learn everything you need to know about cycling with confidence! Topics will include: equipment and bike fit, safe riding techniques, rules and responsibilities, interactions with others, choosing your route and more.
Basic Bike Maintenance – Wednesday, June 19th from 12pm-1pm
Let us show you the basics of how to maintain your bike. Topics include: safety checks, assessing air pressure and flat tires, tightening your brakes, lubing your chain, and ensuring your bike is the right fit!
Register for Basic Bike Maintenance
Smart Commute Bike Month Contest
- Starting June 1, log all your cycling trips at SmartCommute.ca app (or desktop) for a chance to WIN one of five $100 e-gift cards! Details will be posted on the Smart Commute website.
- Visit BikeMonth.ca to find events and activities in York Region for another chance to WIN!
Bike to School Week
Let’s get rolling! York Region in partnership with the York Region District School Board, York Catholic District School Board and local municipalities invites families, students and schools to participate in Bike to School Week - May 27th to May 31st. Check out the Bike to School Week page on the Bike Month website for more details.
Smart Commute App
Smart Commute is a Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) and City of Greater Sudbury program that helps individuals and organizations travel efficiently and sustainably. This benefits individuals and communities in many ways including reducing congestion, improving people’s health and taking action on climate change.
Download the Smart Commute App or sign up at smartcommute.ca to log your trips:
Log Your Trips With Smart Commute
Resources:
- York Region Cycling Maps
- Lake to Lake Cycling Route and Walking Trail
- Cycling Education in York Region
