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Spring GoByBike Week 2025 was a huge success—thanks to YOU! From every sunny commute to early-morning Celebration Station stop, our biking community showed up in full force across British Columbia. Together, we made a big impact—and now it’s time to celebrate some lucky riders! We’re thrilled to announce our Spring Provincial... [Read More...]

GoByBike BC is thrilled to announce a new chapter in our journey to make cycling more accessible, inclusive, and impactful across British Columbia. We’re excited to welcome Quentin Randall as our new Executive Director! President’s Statement: New Executive Director I would like to welcome Quentin Randall as GoByBike BC’s new Executive... [Read More...]

If you biked anytime from May 31 to June 6, now’s your moment — log your ride by tomorrow night and be part of something bigger! WHY YOUR RIDE MATTERS Every Ride Counts — Here’s Why Logging Is So Important: Deadline: Thursday, June 13 at 11:59 PM 👉 LOG YOUR RIDE... [Read More...]

From May 31st to June 6th, we’re encouraging everyone across British Columbia to choose two wheels instead of four—whether it’s for your commute, errands, exercise, or just for fun. Every ride counts. Every rider matters. And the best part? You’ll have a chance to win prizes, connect with your community, and... [Read More...]

Choose Your Grand Prize Trip for #SpringGoByBikeWeek2025! 🚴‍♂️🏖️ We’re thrilled to announce some exciting news! 🎉 As part of our #SpringGoByBikeWeek2025 celebration, we’re giving YOU the chance to decide which amazing Exodus Travel cycling adventure will be the grand prize! That’s right — you get to vote on the trip you... [Read More...]

Winter GoByBike Week Wrap-up is complete! Meet the Provincial Prize winners! A huge thank you to the 2,809 riders across British Columbia who braved snowy, cold days to pedal an incredible 61,765 kilometers, preventing 13,391 kilograms of greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere! Your dedication and resilience made this Winter GoByBike... [Read More...]

That’s a wrap on another incredible #FallGoByBike week! We hope you loved your cycling adventures with us! 🚴‍♂️ Remember to Log Your Trips! If you rode between September 23rd and October 6th, be sure to log all your trips for a chance to win fantastic prizes, including the grand prize: a self-guided... [Read More...]

🚴‍♂️ Get Pumped for Fall GoByBike Weeks! 🚴‍♀️September 23-October 6, 2024 Mark your calendars for September 23rd to October 6th, 2024, because the Fall GoByBike Weeks are back, and this time we’re bringing a whole new level of excitement!  We’re rolling out a fresh lineup of prizes that will make your... [Read More...]

In the picturesque region of Kelowna, Chris Lewis stands out not just for his role as the Director of Destination Development with Tourism Kelowna but also for his passion for cycling. Chris’s journey into the world of biking began in high school, but it has grown into a lifestyle that reflects... [Read More...]

Nearly 42,000 riders across British Columbia pedaled an impressive 1,440,397 kilometers, preventing 312,280 kilograms of greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere! Thank you to everyone who joined us for a ride during Spring GoByBike Week, contributing to its tremendous success. Riding with friends is definitely more enjoyable!  We’re thrilled to reveal... [Read More...]

Spring GoByBike Week is in full gear, with over 17,000 participants already logging more than 305,000 km! Let’s keep those pedals turning all weekend! Haven’t registered yet? No problem – it’s not too late to join in the excitement, go for a ride, and log it here for a shot at winning these awesome... [Read More...]

Are your tires inflated, chain oiled, and brakes in top shape? It’s time to pedal with #GoByBikeBC! 🚲 Let’s roll! Hop on your bike and join us for #SpringGoByBikeWeek! Register now if you haven’t already, and log all your rides from June 3-9, 2024, for a chance to win fantastic prizes! Whether it’s... [Read More...]

There’s something truly magical about exploring the world on two wheels. The wind in your hair, the rhythm of your pedals, and the ever-changing landscapes unfolding before your eyes. It’s the ultimate way to experience the wonders of our planet.  Exodus Adventure Travels is passionate about providing unparalleled cycling adventures that... [Read More...]

Summary GoByBike BC (GBBBC) is a provincial non-profit society that promotes active transportation by using bicycles for everyday transportation across the province of British Columbia. We believe that regular bicycling can improve both physical and mental health and help to reduce our environmental impact on the planet. Description Are you passionate... [Read More...]

A milder BC Winter has resulted in record breaking Winter GoByBike Week participation to date! Throughout the province, more riders were riding and logging their Winter rides. We have been busy this week finalizing the participation stats, and the best part ~ drawing the prize winners!! Congratulations to all the British... [Read More...]

Are you biking to work this week? If so, sign up for Go By Bike and log your rides to see your impact in our community! Since it’s also #WinterGoByBikeWeek, this is an excellent opportunity to log your rides when you bike to work today to be eligible to win incredible... [Read More...]

This February, we’re not having just one but TWO exciting events for our enthusiastic bikers! Winter GoByBike Week is just around the corner, and nestled within it is the much-anticipated International Winter Bike to Work day on February 9th. Not only does this event celebrate biking, but it is also a... [Read More...]

Why are we asking you to log all your rides? We encourage participants to log their bike ride kilometers to see how active transportation can reduce their greenhouse gas emissions through biking instead of driving a motorized vehicle! In 2023, GoByBike Weeks motivated 61,187 British Columbians, including 16,188 first-time participants, to... [Read More...]

Hey Agassiz! #WinterGoByBikeWeek is 3 WEEKS AWAY! Have you logged onto your LogMyRide account, which is FREE? Register at www.GoByBikeBC.ca and be entered to win some fantastic prizes! #WinterCycling #WinterGoByBikeWeek #GoByBikeBC #wintercycling #CyclingBC #CyclingSafety #BikeToWork #GoByBikeWeek Agassiz winter cyclists: sign up and register for #WinterGoByBikeWeek from February 5-11 via GoByBikeBC.ca, create... [Read More...]

Excited to win prizes for biking this year? International Winter Bike Day this year is on Friday, February 9th, 2024. Start creating your team for #WinterGoByBikeWeek for the chance to win one of our biggest Team prizes! Get geared up for our Winter GoByBike Week, launching in 4 weeks from February... [Read More...]

GoByBike BC Society wishes you Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year. ✨  To all our valued supporters, partners, participants, and sponsors, we wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! The team at GoByBike BC Society would like to express our sincere gratitude for your contribution towards... [Read More...]

Nestled in the heart of Fort St. John, where the passion for cycling converges with the thrill of adventure, we discovered Christine Shapovalov—a true beacon of inspiration within our cycling community. Recently crowned as the Grand Prize Winner of the Spring GoByBike Weeks, Christine epitomizes the spirit of cycling and the... [Read More...]

Fall GoByBike Weeks may have ended, but we have been busy entering rider data, finalizing participation, and the best part ~ drawing prizes!! Congratulations to all the British Columbians that united by cycling during this Fall GoByBike Weeks, and for sharing all your wonderful stories, photos, and social media tags throughout... [Read More...]

If you haven’t logged all your rides, you have until midnight Sunday, November 5th, to record all your bike rides in your LogMyRide account. Please log ALL your bike rides! Any ride counts: to/from work or school; getting groceries or running errands; to meet friends; to get some fresh air; trail rides; pump track laps;... [Read More...]

Regular cycle commuting makes you happier, healthier and wealthier. But convincing colleagues to give it a try is hard. Here are 10 tips to to increase your work place teams and enjoy the commute! Let’s get started Cycling has predictable journey times, doesn’t get stuck in traffic and is fun. It... [Read More...]

GoByBike BC Society is now hiring for the role of Executive Director! This is a remote, full-time position with a comprehensive benefits program.  The ideal candidate has a passion for equitable active transportation and has proven experience in nonprofit leadership, program development, and fundraising. For more details about this position or... [Read More...]

Will you be one of the next three winners of a Pedego E-Bike this Fall GoByBike Weeks? If you’d like to win a Pedego E-bike, all you need to do is:  GoByBike instead of by motor vehicle during GoByBike Weeks (October 16-29, 2023) Log your bike ride here When you log your bike ride(s),... [Read More...]

Congratulations to all the British Columbians that hit the pavement or trail during this Spring GoByBike Week!! Thank you for sharing all your wonderful stories, photos, and social media tags throughout the month. Without further adieu, here are the final participation numbers: This past spring GoByBike Week motivated 41,037 British Columbians,... [Read More...]

Pedego Electric Bike’s Avenue Sleek Commuter E-Bike with a 48V 10Ah battery– Carmen McKaig, Tofino– Becky Stamile, Vernon and North Okanagan Axiom Cycling Gear– Waterproof Monsoon 32+ Panniers – Sharon Chow, Quesnel – Waterproof Monsoon 32+ Panniers – Anneli Schadeli, Cranbrook– Waterproof Monsoon 32+ Panniers – Kevin Gianakos, Bella Coola– Monsoon... [Read More...]

In 2009, June was declared National Indigenous History Month in Canada. During this month, Canada celebrates and honors the history, heritage, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples. This month is also a time for Canadians to learn about, appreciate, and acknowledge the strength and resiliency of Indigenous Peoples... [Read More...]

Log all your rides to help show the need for more cycling infrastructure in your community! Spring GoByBike Week is here! We are thrilled to see so many first-time and regular riders join their Community Events to celebrate cycling and active transportation. Make sure you log every bike ride on LogMyRide to join our... [Read More...]

Ride and Repair North Shore May 7th and 8th 2023  In partnership with Dialed Bike Service and Indigenous Women Outdoors  Our first Ride and Repair event was held in North Vancouver at Dialed Bike Service, a locally owned and operated bike shop located on the ancestral lands of the Squamish, Musqueam,... [Read More...]

This year’s GoByBike Week is about SHIFTING YOUR MODE and choosing to bike instead of taking motorized transport. When participating in GoByBike Week, May 29 – June 4, 2023, enter your bike rides in LogMyRide and click the “Mode Shift” box to indicate that you replaced your motorized trip with a leg-powered... [Read More...]

In early 2023, GoByBike BC welcomed Lyn Clark to the team as the Indigenous Outreach Coordinator. Lyn has been hard at work since she joined the society, and instrumental in the creation and collaboration with partner groups of the Ride & Repair Workshops. She has worked alongside the Indigenous Youth Mountain Bike Program,... [Read More...]

🎉 The final numbers are in for #WinterGoByBikeWeeks – almost 119,000 kilometers biked! 🚴 ⁠ Thank you to all participants, volunteers, coordinators, communities and sponsors joining us for the ride this Winter! Riding with friends is always more fun!⁠ 🎉⁠ .. and #AnyRideCounts! The last couple of days were big days... [Read More...]

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the ride during Winter GoByBike Week, February 6-12 2023! Thank you to all supporters, sponsors, and cycling enthusiasts! If you haven’t logged all your kilometers, you have until midnight Friday, February 17, to record all your trips in your GoByBike account. Those of... [Read More...]

Interested in riding in the winter, but not sure where to start? You love riding your bike – but you are not quite sure about cycling safety or the rules of the road? You’d like to learn more about how to prepare yourself and your bike for riding in the colder... [Read More...]

International Winter Bike Day is on Friday, February 10, 2023. Let’s celebrate together and experience the joy of winter riding. Join the movement, register now and commit to ride! There are lots of prizes in the forecast. We encourage British Columbians to ride their bike as much as possible from February 6... [Read More...]

GoByBike BC Society is proud to announce the winner of BC’s 2022 Fall GoByBike Weeks grand prize Exodus Travels Cycling Adventure in Italy: Brendan Wesley, from Kelowna, BC. Brendan works for Dawson International and participated as part of the Dawson International GoByBike Week Team, “it’s such a fun and competitive way... [Read More...]

🎉 The final numbers are in for #FallGoByBikeWeeks – almost 1,000,000 kilometers biked! 🚴 ⁠ Thank you to all participants, volunteers, coordinators, communities and sponsors joining us for the ride this fall! Riding with friends is always more fun!⁠ 🎉⁠ .. and #AnyRideCounts! The last couple of days were big days... [Read More...]

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the ride during Fall GoByBike Weeks, October 3-16, 2022! Thank you to all supporters, coordinators, sponsors, and volunteers! If you haven’t logged all your kilometers, you have until midnight Sunday, October 23, to record all your trips in your GoByBike account. Those of... [Read More...]

Wondering what it’s all about?⁠ Together with communities all over B.C. GoByBike BC Society wants to encourage more people to #gobybike with events like these. Riding to and from work, getting groceries, dropping the kids off at school, recreational rides hitting the trails or exploring the region – or just getting... [Read More...]

THE FOLLOWING WEBINARS ARE PART OF FALL GOBYBIKE WEEKS . ANYONE CAN PARTICIPATE FOR FREE AND DISCOVER HOW TO RIDE SAFELY, COMFORTABLY, AND ENJOYABLY THIS FALL. “Navigating by Bike“, Tuesday, September 27, 2022 @12pm, hosted by Capital Bike Whether you’re a novice or a long-time commuter, one of the most... [Read More...]

Here’s how it works: Register for Fall GoByBike Weeks and complete the FREE StreetWise Cycling Online Course, and log at least 1 bike ride (this can be a practice ride leading up to Fall GoByBike Weeks). Then email a screenshot of your StreetWise completion certificate (or attach it) to safety@gobybikebc.ca. We... [Read More...]

Ride through Italy, from Pisa to Florence with National Geographic award winner Exodus Travels. As a thank you for going by bike, together with Exodus Travels, we are giving away a self-guided dream Cycling in Tuscany adventure for 2! Go beyond the guidebook as you spend magical days cycling from the... [Read More...]

We hope everybody is enjoying the summer and riding their bikes lots! 😎 After a successful Spring GoByBike Week with almost 40,000 riders we are looking forward to #gobybike with you during the upcoming Fall GoByBike Weeks. Mark you calendars: Fall GoByBike Weeks are OCTOBER 3 – 16, 2022. Register now,... [Read More...]

The final numbers are in and we are excited to announce the winners of the Spring GoByBike Week Provincial Prizes! GRAND PRIZE: “Pearls of Holland” – A Self-Guided Cycling Adventure for 2 in The Netherlands sponsored by Exodus Travels– Jennifer McGowan, Campbell River, read the full story HERE AXIOM CYCLING GEAR–... [Read More...]

GoByBike BC Society is excited to announce the winner of BC’s Spring GoByBike Week grand prize Exodus Travels Self-Guided Cycling Adventure in the Netherlands: Jennifer McGowan, of Campbell River, BC. Jennifer McGowan, born and raised in Campbell River, was motivated to register for this year’s Spring GoByBike Week by the chance... [Read More...]

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a ride – or two, or more… – during Spring GoByBike Week 2022! Thank you to all supporters, coordinators, sponsors, and volunteers! If you haven’t logged all your kilometers, you have until midnight Monday, June 13, to record all your trips in your... [Read More...]

Spring GoByBike Week is just around the corner – have you registered yet? #AnyRideCounts this spring: to and from work or school, to get groceries, to get some fresh air or meet up for a coffee with friends, trail rides, pump track laps, recreational rides to explore your region. Taking the bus... [Read More...]

Canada has dropped all testing for travelers, and we are thrilled to partner with National Geographic Award Winning Company, Exodus Travels, as our grand prize sponsor again for Spring GoByBike Week! Uncover the Pearls of Holland on this leisurely circular SELF-GUIDED cycling trip, starting and ending in the enchanting city of... [Read More...]

With the official Spring Equinox this past Sunday (March 20), what better time to announce #SpringGoByBikeWeek 2022! Get your calendars!⁠⁠SPRING GOBYBIKE WEEK is May 30 – June 5, 2022!⁠⁠Register now, and start tracking your kilometers biked to see how many kilograms of greenhouse gases you save. Participation is FREE, fun, helps... [Read More...]

2022 Call for GoByBike BC Board of Directors  Summary  GoByBike BC is a provincial non-profit society that promotes active transportation by using bicycles for everyday transportation across the province of British Columbia. We believe that regular bicycling can improve both physical and mental health and help to reduce our environmental impact on the planet.   Description ... [Read More...]

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a ride – or two or more.. – during Winter GoByBike Week 2022! We had quite the mix of weather conditions across British Columbia. If you haven’t logged all your kilometers, you have until midnight Friday, February 18, to record all your trips... [Read More...]

You can still register for #WinterGoByBikeWeek! Head over to https://logmyride.gobybikebc.ca/, log your KMs biked between Monday, Feb 7, and Sunday, Feb 13, 2022 and enter for a chance to win one of many great price such as online tickets for the Bicycle Film Festival, a prize pack from our friends at... [Read More...]

Did you know that biking in the wintertime is not only possible, but can be fun, too?! You love riding your bike – in spring and summer, and maybe fall, but you are not quite sure about winter riding? You’d like to learn more about how to prepare yourself and your... [Read More...]

Ride as little or as much as you feel comfortable during Winter GoByBike Week February 7-13, 2022 – and make sure to log all your rides for a chance to win some great prizes. ANY RIDE COUNTS: to get some fresh air, to get groceries, riding to school or to work, a ride around... [Read More...]

This year’s International Winter Bike Day is on Friday, February 11, 2022. What better occasion to celebrate year-round cycling for a WHOLE WEEK: February 7-13, 2022! Join the movement, register now and commit to ride! We encourage British Columbians to ride their bike as much as possible from February 7 -13,... [Read More...]

This Giving Tuesday our hearts go out to all the communities across our province who have experienced loss and damages as a result of floods. GoByBike BC works in many of the impacted communities. We ask that you please keep these communities in your thoughts as you think about ways to... [Read More...]

 Trois, deux, un, go! That’s exactly what Kristy Gabelhouse will do in France, as she sets out on her cycling adventure as the Grand prize winner of GoByBike BC Society’s Fall GoByBike Weeks draw, sponsored by Exodus Travels. Bonjours, baguettes, and bikes are all part of this dreamy trip that has... [Read More...]

Did you #gobybike between September 27 and October 10, 2021? Did you log all your rides?! It’s not too late to register today and log at least one trip you chose to ride your bicycle instead of using a motorized vehicle between September 27 and October 10, 2021 – and enter... [Read More...]

This year, the Government of Canada designated September 30th as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Today, we recognize the tragic history of loss and the lasting effects of the residential school system. Today, we honour survivors, their families, and communities, and ensure that public commemoration of the history and... [Read More...]

LIVE EVENT: 10 Years. 60,000 Miles. 1 Dream. Many of us are dreaming about the days we can travel again, and what better way to experience new places and cultures, than by cycling! Cycling allows you to travel further than you can on foot, and enjoy the freedom to stop whenever... [Read More...]

FREE WEBINAR: Fall & Winter Cycling; To help you get ready for Fall GoByBike Weeks In preparation for Fall GoByBike Weeks from September 27 to October 10, 2021, participants will learn about outfitting their bikes and themselves for fall and winter riding, advanced cycling safety, cold-weather care for their bike, and route planning considerations. This webinar is... [Read More...]

GoByBike BC Society supports BC Cycling Coalition‘s efforts in establishing safer passing laws to protect cyclists and pedestrians. This week, mayors and councillors across BC will vote on a resolution in support of a Safe Passing Law in BC. The motion will be ‘on the floor’ this Wednesday, September 15th at the... [Read More...]

Meet Randy Gregory from Kamloops, BC, who won the 2019 GoByBike BC Grand Prize, A Cycling Adventure for 2 in the Baltics, sponsored by Exodus Travels and learn about his personal #GoByBikeStory and how cycling has helped him recover from a work injury. Everyone has a different inspiration to ride. Why... [Read More...]

Registration for Fall GoByBike Weeks is OPEN! Register FREE for your chance to WIN one of many great prizes. We are excited to announce that the grand prize is a Cycling Adventure for 2 in France, sponsored by Exodus Travels. Exodus Travels has been supporting GoByBike events over the last years... [Read More...]

The countdown is on for #FallGoByBike Weeks which runs Sept. 27-Oct. 10, 2021. Register now, FREE, and when you ride your bike you can enter to win great prizes! This fall ANY bike ride counts: around the block, pump track laps, to and from work or school (from home), to get... [Read More...]

Bicycle Film Festival Select Shorts appeal to a wide audience from film connoisseurs to avid cyclists and everything in between. The curated collection of select short films will take you on a journey around the world, covering such topics as: The first BMX crew in Nigeria The struggle of a young... [Read More...]

GoByBike BC Society is proud to announce the winner of BC’s Spring GoByBike Week grand prize Exodus Travels Cycling Adventure in Croatia: Dr. Sean Maurice, of Prince George, BC. Maurice, an instructor in the Northern Medical Program at UNBC, has been a fair-weather commuter cyclist in Prince George for the past... [Read More...]

We received a ton of videos and it wasn’t an easy choice our judging panel had to make! So many creative submissions! Thank you to everybody who took the time to create and submit a video! The GRAND PRIZE of a $100 VISA gift card goes to Taycee-Belle Martin from Calyburn... [Read More...]

Thanks to everyone who participated in Spring GoByBike May 31 – June 6, 2021. Please log your bike rides by Monday, June 14, 2021 to be entered into the prize draw. Click here to learn how to BACKLOG your bike rides. [Read More...]

This spring ANY ride counts to enter for a chance to win some great prizes! All you have to do is register for Spring GoByBike Week (May 29 – June 6, 2021) HERE and log all your rides. ALL rides count: trail rides, pump track laps, gravel adventures, to get away... [Read More...]

Registration for Spring GoByBike is now open, register FREE for your chance to WIN one of many great prizes, including a cycling adventure for 2 along the Dalmatian Coast in Croatia sponsored by Exodus Travels! Click here to learn what’s included and more about the Grand Prize Trip. For a chance to win this amazing... [Read More...]

Now is the time to rally all your team members and get ready to pedal some KM between May 31 and June 6 for a chance to win great prizes, including an Exodus Travels Cycling Adventure in Croatia, Cycling the Dalmatian Coast. Being part of a team does not mean, you... [Read More...]

Calling all students! Shoot a short video (60-90 seconds) about why you like riding your bike and how it has helped you during this pandemic. Up for grabs is a $100 VISA gift card for the grand prize and $50 VISA gift cards for each level (Pre-School, Kindergarden – Grade 4,... [Read More...]