Red Deer Association for Bicycle Commuting

Red Deer Association for Bicycle Commuting Community Organization;
Bicycle Commuting;
Safe Bicycle Commuting Advocacy That fall we organized our first annual Bike Ride. were immediately taken out.

OUR HISTORY
The Red Deer Association for Bicycle Commuting began in the spring of 2009 as the BBC (Better Bicycle Commuting.) During the first summer we organized a meeting, managed to find some very supportive news media, and got some stories in the newspaper and on television and radio. Approximately 120 riders showed up to support the cause. This truly brought the issue to a head. During that w

inter we continued to have contact with City Council and eventually in the spring of 2010 we were able to arrange a meeting with Council to explain what we wanted and why. City Council had a very favorable view of the idea as it dovetailed well into their overall concept of making Red Deer a more pedestrian and cycling friendly community. It was not until 2011 that we saw our first bike lanes. They were in odd places and there was no connectivity, but they were a start. Despite being controversial among cyclists, they raised no great concerns with the motoring community. In 2012, the City ambitiously painted bike lanes throughout many of the major corridors in Red Deer. Most cyclists were thrilled, but not so the general public. City Council found itself backtracking quickly. Bike lanes along 40th Ave and 55th St. With a civic election coming up, bike lanes became a major election issue. The need now is for cyclists to use the bike lanes and be a part of our group to encourage better riding and a more positive reputation for cyclists throughout the city.

06/04/2026
06/04/2026

🎉 Let’s Try It – Disc Golf Event! 🥏
Join us on May 30, 2026, from 1:00–3:00 PM for a fun and beginner friendly disc golf experience. Whether you’re new to the sport or just want a great afternoon outdoors, this is the perfect chance to give it a try!
✨ Free discs and bottled water for the first 50 participants!
All ages welcome — come out, have fun, and enjoy the course!
See you there! 🌳🥏

06/04/2026

RED DEER IS #1 IN CANADA TODAY!

What an incredible start to the 2026 ParticipACTION Community Challenge!

Thanks to the amazing efforts of our residents, organizations, schools, businesses, and community groups, Red Deer is currently ranked #1 in Canada and #1 in Alberta!

But the challenge isn't over yet! Rankings can change daily throughout June, and we have some friendly competition with Airdrie Alberta who also came out strong!

We need everyone's help to keep the momentum rolling and maintain our spot at the top. Every activity counts:
🚶 Walking
🚴 Cycling
🏌️ Golfing
🌱 Gardening
⚽ Sports
🏋️ Fitness classes
🤝 Active group activities...and so much more!

If you've already registered, don't forget to log back in and track your participant numbers and activities throughout June. Tracking is what helps Red Deer earn points!

If you haven't registered yet, there's still time to join the challenge and be part of something special. Register here: https://www.participaction.com/programs/community-challenge/

Together, let's continue to move, connect, and show Canada why Red Deer is one of the most active and vibrant communities in the country!

06/04/2026
Results fro the bottom of Spruce Drive today. Happy we don't have to count cars etc! The City of Red Deer Vélo Canada Bi...
06/04/2026

Results fro the bottom of Spruce Drive today. Happy we don't have to count cars etc! The City of Red Deer Vélo Canada Bikes

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06/03/2026

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06/02/2026

LET’S GO RED DEER — THE PARTICIPACTION COMMUNITY CHALLENGE STARTS TOMORROW!

June 1 officially marks the start of the ParticipACTION Community Challenge, and it’s time for Red Deer to get moving!

Join us all month long for FREE Community Better events, including:
🏃 Community Better Walk/Run – June 6
Register here: https://redcap.link/communitybetterwalkrun2026
🚶 Walk & Talk with Mayor & City Council – June 10
🏓 Pickleball Play Day – June 29
Register here: https://redcap.link/mayorwalkandpickleball

Now is the time to challenge your friends, coworkers, schools, teams, families, and community groups to get active together!

Let’s show Canada the incredible energy, connection, and community spirit Red Deer has to offer. Every movement counts. Let’s make June our most active month yet!

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