Volunteer with HUB

Volunteer with HUB Cycling to help make biking better in Metro Vancouver. Volunteers support local action, educational programs, community events, public engagement, communications and our core operations.

 

Volunteer at Bike the Night

Join us on September 14th to help put on Bike the Night! This exciting event is coming back for the first time since 2019 and we need your help. Sign up for a volunteer shift here. 

Calling all cargo e-bike users!

Do you want the opportunity to showcase your cargo e-bike? We are on the lookout for individuals who would be interested in sharing their experiences with their cargo e-bike within a designated space at Bike the Night. Learn more and sign up here.

 

Volunteer at GoByBike Week

HUB is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help at our Celebration Stations. There are going to be approximately 30 Celebration Stations set up across Metro Vancouver.

Each Celebration Station is set up for 2 hours. Volunteer shifts start 45 minutes before the Celebration Stations starts and ends 30 minutes after, for a total volunteer shift of 3.25 hours. 

View the schedule and sign up for a shift (schedule will be updated weekly)

 

Be a Paid Bike Mechanic this GoByBike Week

We are looking for fantastic bike mechanics to perform basic bike maintenance (15 min max for each bike) for two hours. We will provide a stipend of $75 for each 2-hour shift, a bike stand, and a bike pump. You will only need to bring your own tools and any promotional materials you'd like on display.

The responsibilities are as follows:

1. Put bike in the stand and do a quick safety check.
2. Basic adjustments including air, brakes, chain, lube
3. Diagnose if there are any larger issues that should be taken to a bike shop
4. Each bike should take a maximum of 15 minutes. Especially at busy stations, this is to ensure that every participant that stops by gets their bike looked at while also avoiding overcrowding.

View the schedule and sign up for a shift (schedule will be updated weekly)

 

Volunteer with a Local Committee

HUB local committees meet monthly and advocate for action to improve cycling infrastructure, increase cycling education in schools and represent HUB at events. Our local committees are always looking for volunteers to fill leadership roles (co-chair, committee volunteer engagement, stakeholder engagement, communications, social media etc), and small working groups to make your community safer and more connected for cycling.

To learn about the HUB Local Committee for your area, click here.

Volunteer with HUB's Cycling Education Programs

There are many ways to lend your enthusiasm and skills to support our cycling education programs for kids and adults, especially during the Spring and Fall Bike to School seasons. Education volunteer roles include bike fleet maintenance, data entry, assisting instructors on programs, and clearing and inventorying supplies. Current opportunities will be posted below. Sign up for the Volunteer Opportunities newsletter to be notified when we post something new!

Current Opportunities:

 

Bike to School Mechanics

This role assists the Bike Education & Gear Coordinator with the maintenance of HUB’s bike fleet during the Bike to School season, April through June. Generally, maintenance occurs at HUB’s Vancouver storage facility near Rupert St and E 1st Ave, Friday afternoons for 1 to 3 hours (depending on the condition of the bike fleet). Professional bike store experience is not required, but you should have experience maintaining and building bikes for personal use. 

Responsibilities:

  • Basic bike assessment
  • Fixing flat tires and replacing worn tires
  • Replacing and adjusting brake pads (rim and disc brakes); bleeding hydraulic brake lines
  • Replacing cables and cable housing
  • Replacing worn parts i.e. saddles, grips, and adjustable seat clamps
  • Replacing broken parts i.e., shifters, derailleurs
  • Adjusting brakes and derailleurs for smooth operation
  • Cleaning the drivetrain and the bike in general
  • Lubricating parts

To apply, fill out the short application form. We’re looking for mechanics to start in April but will continue to review applications throughout the season.

Other Opportunities:

 

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Email volunteer@bikehub.ca for volunteer related inquiries.