Community Cycling Resources
Metro Vancouver has numerous cycling resources and groups that provide advocacy,
tips and training for cycling enthusiasts.
Associations
The Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition
The Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition (VACC) is a volunteer-run non-profit society,
whose members work to improve conditions for cycling in the Lower Mainland.
http://www.vacc.bc.ca/home.php
Better Environmentally Sound Transportation
BEST strives to make our communities healthier places to live by promoting sustainable
transportation and land use planning, and supporting pedestrian, cycling, and
transit-oriented neighbourhoods.
http://www.best.bc.ca
British Columbia Cycling Coalition
British Columbia Cycling Coalition (BCCC) represent the interests of cyclists
provincially and to secure their recognition in policy and programs affecting
transportational cycling.
http://www.bccc.bc.ca
Pedal Energy Development Alternatives
PEDAL is a non-profit organization that develops and promotes the use of pedal-powered
technology.
http://www.pedalpower.org
Cycling BC
Cycling BC is the provincial governing body for the sport of cycling in British
Columbia representing the full range of disciplines, including Road, Track &
Cyclo-cross, Mountain Biking and BMX.
http://www.cyclingbc.net
Training & Safety
Commuter Cycling Skills Course
The Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition offers a Commuter Cycling Skills Course
which takes you through the most common situations you’ll face when you ride
your bike in traffic, and offers tips to make commuting by bike a fun and regular
part of your life.
www.vacc.bc.ca/bikeskills
Cycling Training for the School Community
The Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition provides a professional development workshop
for teachers and school staff who have considered cycling to school but lack
the confidence or skills to commute by bike. Its aim is to increase the number
of teachers and school staff commuting by bike and better include cycling in
classroom curriculum.
www.vacc.bc.ca/bts/bts.php?pageID=79
Bike Sense Manual
The Bike Sense operators’ manual provides information on traffic laws and riding
strategies to help cyclists understand their rights, responsibilities and how
best to protect their own safety in traffic.
http://www.bikesense.bc.ca
After School Bikes
After School Bikes! is an on-site after school program for students in Vancouver
elementary schools that works to break down the barriers keeping youth from
enjoying the benefits of bicycles and cycling.
http://www.pedalpower.org/?q=afterschoolbikes
Events
Bike Valet
Bike Valet is convenient and secure bicycle parking offered for free to cyclists
and self-propelled vehicle users at a number of festivals and special events
in Vancouver during the summer months.
http://www.best.bc.ca
Other Interesting Links
Government of British Columbia – Bike BC
Cycling is a key component of the Province’s strategy for encouraging healthy
living and addressing climate change, in conjunction with the Climate Action
Plan and the Provincial Transit Plan.
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/BikeBC
George Massey Tunnel Bicycle Shuttle
Free shuttle service for bicycles and their riders through the George Massey
Tunnel.
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/popular-topics/driver_info/route-info/massey/massey.htm
Cycling Route Planner
Use this handy tool to find bike routes anywhere in Metro Vancouver.
http://www.cyclevancouver.ubc.ca