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The History of Cycling in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows

A large group of children ride bicycles around a fenced outdoor basketball court during what appears to be a cycling class or event. An adult in a red jacket stands in the foreground, overseeing the activity. Several basketball hoops are visible, and spectators or parents stand along the fence on the right. The background includes suburban houses and trees under a cloudy sky.
 Written by Ian McLeod with support from Jackie Chow People on bikes in Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows (MRPM) have been advocating for safer cycling and active transportation for more than 30 years. This work is carried on today through HUB…
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Meet the Man Who is Riding Across Canada to Raise Funds for MS Research

Dominic Shadbolt and his adaptive trike.
 Dominic Shadbolt, a 55-year old man born in Vancouver now living in the United Kingdom, was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) over thirty years ago, in 1993. As you can imagine, living with MS has impacted how Dominic lives his life in…
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New Bike Bus Program Launches at Six B.C. Elementary Schools this Spring

A group of students ride on the road in an organized 'bike bus.'
 HUB Cycling is excited to announce the launch of a new Bike Bus program, starting in six elementary schools in Metro Vancouver and Victoria this spring.The schools receiving the Bike Bus program include:Lord Tennyson Elementary in…
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Over 20 cycling leaders celebrated at HUB Cycling’s 12th Annual Bike Awards

A speaker stands on stage at a HUB Cycling event, addressing a seated audience in a retail store setting. A large screen behind them displays a "Thank You to Our Sponsors!" slide with logos of organizations including TransLink, Mountain Equipment Company, BCAA, Urban Systems, and others. Attendees are attentively watching the presentation. The venue features wood and metal architectural details, and outdoor gear is visible in the background.
 ​On March 8th, 2025, HUB Cycling hosted its 12th Annual Bike Awards at MEC Vancouver, celebrating the individuals and organizations dedicated to improving active transportation in their…
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What have your local committees been up to in the last month

person on bike waiting at intersection with blue conflict paint to indicate cycling usage
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Join a HUB Local Committee!

Interested in local cycling action, education or events? Attend your local HUB committee meeting to see what's happening. All are welcome - no experience required!

HUB Cycling has 10 Local Committees that meet regularly to discuss ways to make biking better, safer, and more comfortable in their municipaliites, as well as a Youth Advisory Committee that discusses youth-related cycing issues and advocacy.