Bike Month Durham Region
The Region of Durham, in partnership with area municipalities and community partners, cordially invites you to celebrate Bike Month from June 1 to 30. Bike Month is an annual month-long celebration of cycling that brings families, employers, commuters and community organizations together at hundreds of events across the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area (GTHA). Residents and staff of Durham Region are invited to participate in a series of fun and educational cycling activities across the region including the Bike Month Pledge, trip logging, and Bike Month Bingo!
Bike Month Across Durham Region |
Saturday, June 1 - Oshawa Community Bike Ride - Starts at 9 a.m. from Lakeview Park (Parking lot G at 1557 Kluane Ave., Oshawa). Sunday, June 2 - Bike for Health Durham Charity Ride – Starts at various times throughout the day from Ajax Downs (50 Alexander's Crossing, Ajax). Thursday, June 6 - Bike to Work Day, starts at 8 a.m. at Durham Region Headquarters (those wanting to participate in a group ride may join a bike bus leaving from Whitby GO station at 7:30 a.m. – please register for the ride here). Friday, June 7 - Bike safety and repair workshop by Northern Cycle starts at 1:30 p.m. at the Audley Recreation Centre, Ajax in the Multi-purpose Room (1955 Audley Rd, Ajax, ON L1Z 0L2). Saturday, June 15 - Bike Safety and repair workshop from 10 a.m. to noon at Lakeview Park in Oshawa. Sunday, June 23 - Trailfest from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Audley Recreation Centre in Ajax (1955 Audley Rd, Ajax, ON L1Z 0L2). |
Bike for Health Charity Ride |
Durham Region’s premier cycling event organized by Lakeridge Health Foundation takes place on Sunday, June 2 at Ajax Downs. |
Walk and Roll to School |
The Active and Sustainable School Travel Program will be hosting the annual Walk and Roll to School Campaign for Bike Month 2024. Throughout the month of June elementary school students are encouraged to walk and roll (cycle) to and from school. To participate in the contest, elementary school administrators must send a photo of their bike parking area being used every Monday to activetransportation@durham.ca on June 3, 10 and 17. The three schools with the highest consistent bike usage will each win two bikes to be raffled off at a future event. |
Bike Month Contest on the Smart Commute Tool |
Throughout June, all residents of Durham Region are encouraged to take part in the Smart Commute Bike Month challenge. Using the Smart Commute Tool, residents can enroll in the Bike Month Challenge and record up to two cycling trips per day. Participants who log a minimum of ten trips by month-end will qualify for a chance to win one of five $100 gift cards redeemable at local cycling shops. Please see the Smart Commute Durham website for a full list of contest details. |
Bike Month Pledge |
Do you have a favourite cycling route or destination in Durham Region? We want to hear about your cycling experiences through the Bike Month Pledge. Share when, where, why, and how you cycle. Share your favourite stories about cycling with us or tell us how you plan on making cycling a part of your summer activities. All entrants will receive a cycling swag bag from the Region to help you enjoy your cycling adventures this summer! |
Bike Bingo |
Bike Bingo offers a fun way to explore our region during Bike Month. Download the Regional Bingo card below and cross off as many bingo squares as you can throughout June. Once you have completed a full line you can submit your card to activetransportation@durham.ca for a chance to win a Regional swag bag! |
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