Tune in on Wednesday, August 19 at 7:30 pm on the CycleWR Facebook page for a conversation about the benefits and logistics of active travel to school.
We asked and the Region delivered – now let’s use those ‘pandemic’ bike lanes!
Now that the municipal governments have done their part, we need to do ours—demonstrate that investing in safe, connected cycling infrastructure yields positive results. Here’s what you can do:
URGENT: Tell Regional Council to vote for temporary ‘pandemic’ bike lanes!
ACT NOW to make sure regional councillors vote in favour of 24kms of temporary pandemic bike lanes on Wednesday, June 24.
Making space for physical distancing in active transportation
Between reductions in public transit service, the hazards posed by taking transit right now, and the closure of recreational and exercise facilities, people are relying more than ever on walking and cycling…
Region of Waterloo Budget Analysis: 2019 and 2020
The Region of Waterloo is responsible for an extensive network of roads, including some of the most direct routes to get around, particularly for those with longer commutes. But many of them…
City of Waterloo Budget Analysis: 2019 and 2020-2022
In recent years, Waterloo’s cycling infrastructure has been ahead of the rest of the Region with the Laurel Trail, Forwell Trail, the Central Promenade through Waterloo Park, their own sections of the…
Kitchener Budget Analysis: 2019 and 2020
First up: Kitchener Kitchener is the first local municipality to release its draft 2020 budget, and we’re excited about the strong commitment to improving access to active transportation options. Before 2019, only…
Get your very own CycleWR t-shirt! (Orders closed)
November 1, 2019 update: We are no longer accepting orders for CycleWR t-shirts. Thanks to everyone who placed an order! We’ll let you know when the shirts are in! Pick yours up…
Folks & Spokes: Monthly Socials @ Graffiti Market
The informal conversations we have with people who ride bikes in Waterloo Region help shape our strategy and priorities. Plus, we just really like talking about riding bikes and meeting new people…
New volunteer positions open!
CycleWR is an entirely volunteer-based organization. We’re run by a volunteer steering committee that sets goals and campaigns based on member and community feedback. To build momentum and ensure we meet our…