A week of cycling in Nanaimo will help get the community out and about while cutting emissions. GoByBike Week will be Sept. 27 to Oct. 3 and will give residents a chance to win prizes while cycling to work, school or just for fun.
“GoByBike Week is more than a celebration of cycling, it’s a movement toward a healthier, greener and more connected Nanaimo. Whether you’re commuting, running errands, or just enjoying the ride, every pedal stroke counts,” says Madeleine Koch, active transportation project specialist with the City of Nanaimo. “We’re proud to support this province-wide initiative and grateful to the volunteers, sponsors and community members who make it possible. Let’s keep the momentum going.”
There will be stations throughout the week hosted by local sponsors. The city encourages residents to plan their routes to make stops and enter to win prizes.
There are multiple events planned for the weeklong cycling campaign, and it will kick off with a launch event on Sept. 27 from 4:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. at Maffeo Sutton Park. It will feature fireworks and food and drinks.
Celebration stations will be located at the following locations throughout the week:
- Sept. 28, 9 to 11 a.m. – NRGH (Dufferin entrance)
- Sept. 29, 7 to 9.30 a.m. – Metral Drive & Mostar
- Celebration stations are paused on Sept. 30 in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
- Oct. 1, 9 to 11 a.m. – E&N trail, Giggleswick
- Oct. 2, 4 to 6 p.m. – Museum Way (across from the Port Theatre)
- Oct. 3, 3 to 6 p.m. Wrap-up event, Maffeo Sutton Park
You’ll find more information and a link register for Go By Bike Week the week on the City of Nanaimo’s website.
