July 22, 2026 - (Ottawa, ON) Nominate an outstanding organization or individual for a National Cycling Advocacy Award. To highlight the incredible contributions of advocates, leaders, organizations, and businesses, the board of Vélo Canada Bikes presents the national bicycle advocacy awards to those driving transformative change and building a more bicycle-friendly Canada.
The awards are named The Arnos in memory of a founding board member of Vélo Canada Bikes, Arno Schortinghuis, who tragically died while riding his bicycle in 2018.
This year we are seeking nominations for two of the awards: the Inclusion in Cycling Award and the National Cycling Advocate of the Year Award. The deadline for nominations is Sunday August 9th.
🏆 Award information and nomination form (English) here.
Save the date for Bike Day on the Hill 2026!
Bike Day on the Hill is a joyful, non-partisan celebration of everyday cycling in Canada. Bike Day on the Hill 2026 is set for the evening of Tuesday, October 6th. Registration will open in August.
#BikeDayOnTheHill 2026 is set for the evening of Tuesday, October 6th at the heart of our democracy on Parliament Hill.
Join parliamentary sponsors MP Julie Dabrusin and Senator Marty Deacon and others in a joyful, non-partisan celebration of the role of everyday cycling in Canada.
Make sure you are signed up for our newsletter to have the opportunity to RSVP as soon as registrations open up! Space for the reception is limited.
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