Message from the President |
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As we step into September, I want to take a moment to celebrate the diversity within our cycling community. Each ride we embark on is not just about the distance we cover, but also about the unique perspectives and experiences each of you brings to our group. Let’s continue to support each other and enjoy the beautiful journeys ahead.
Happy cycling!
Paul Min, President
Toronto Bicycling Network
My Preferred Pronouns: He/His |
If you know someone who would like to be considered for the role of Vice-President or any open board position, please email info@tbn.ca. |
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Let's celebrate the volunteers that keep TBN rolling! |
It's time to recognize TBN volunteers who made a difference in 2026. Running a cycling club as big as TBN takes many hands and our club is fortunate to have some great people who volunteer their time in myriad ways. This year, we will be accepting nominations for six volunteer awards, and the winner will be chosen by a new volunteer awards committee. Awards will be presented at the AGM dinner on Nov. 14. |
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Sept 10 Pub social with board members |
TBN AGM Dinner and Dance, Nov. 14 |
The TBN AGM Dinner and Dance is an event you won't want to miss. Catch up with TBN friends, enjoy a delicious dinner, and take part in the club's annual general meeting where you'll hear updates on the past year, review club business, and welcome newly elected members to the board of directors. Then celebrate another great cycling season by dancing the night away to live music. More info about the AGM here. If you'd like to volunteer to help before or at the AGM, please email social@tbn.ca. Registration will open Sept. 14 |
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Do you want to increase your cycling skill level? Be a safer and more defensive rider on the road? Perhaps you are a ride leader, but you are uncertain about what skills/behaviours to demonstrate and encourage as you lead your ride. A perk for TBN members is the opportunity to take the CanBike Level 3/4 course for NO COST while learning from CanBike certified instructors (and fellow TBN members). |
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TBN Big Day on the Roads in honour of Alan Gordon, former TBN member and champion for inclusivity in cycling |
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If you have a TBN jersey, please wear it on these special rides for maximum TBN visibility in the city that day! |
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Overnight Trips Director Greg Andre-Barrett |
If a trip that interests you shows "sold out" join the wait list and contact the trip leader, as cancellations are common and more spots may sometimes be added.
To see more detailed info about each trip, click the link to the event page. |
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There are a couple of TBN trips left this season. Stay tuned for upcoming trip presentations and info sessions about trips for next season and beyond. |
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This trip has it all, reasonable approx. 57 km distance each day at advanced LW/UR pace, three days. Lake views, quaint villages, bakeries and even a free Simcoe Trail T-Shirt! Bikepacking/panniers required and gravel suitable bike. Questions? overnighttrips@tbn.ca |
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Click here for info on all TBN overnight trips. If you would like to volunteer to plan and lead a TBN overnight trip in Ontario for 2027, contact overnighttrips@tbn.ca
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Trip presentations are back!
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Please join us on the evening of Sept. 23 to hear from TBN members Suzanne Tucker and Dave Yates about their four-night, five-day trip riding Le P'Tit Train Du Nord in Quebec. There will be snacks and info about how you can book a supported trip through our sponsor Expedia Cruises Midtown Toronto. More info and register here. |
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If you placed an order before Aug. 27, your order will be delivered in the next few weeks and you will be notified when it's ready for pickup. If you would still like to order any items, we will be keeping one last order window open until the end of the outdoor cycling season to be produced/received sometime this fall/winter. This will be your last opportunity to order TBN apparel in 2026. Any questions about jerseys, please contact publicity@tbn.ca |
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The cycling season is winding down, but there are still quite a few regularly scheduled weekly rides and you never know when a Program-X ride could pop up! Check the TBN Calendar and website regularly for upcoming rides and events. The next 20 upcoming events can always be found here. Regularly scheduled rides are added to the calendar well in advance, but check back regularly for special events, Program-X rides and other pop-ups that could show up anytime. |
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City Walks back for Fall 2026 |
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The TBN City Walk program will be back this fall/winter season. The City Walk program provides fun and sociable walks, usually starting and ending at a subway station, usually Sunday mornings but sometimes Thursdays or other days/times. They are typically about 10 km in length, although often with shorter options.
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If you are curious about this program, would like to lead a walk or get involved, join us for one or both of our upcoming planning meetings on Sept. 19 (in person) and/or Sept. 23 online. (click links to register). For more info see the City Walks program page here. |
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Registration for all monthly social events opens on the First of each month. |
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Member Profiles: What's your cycling story? |
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David first became involved in cycling many years ago, in his 30s, through the High Park Cycling Club, now the Toronto Bicycling Club (not to be confused with TBN!). |
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“In those days that club was devoted to overnight trips every weekend of the summer,” says David, “and I organized a few of those trips myself.
People showed up, pitched their tents, stayed up until all hours, grabbed meals over the line of BBQ's, and had the best times of the summer.“ I switched to TBN from about 1990 to 1998, got married in the latter year and left TBN to focus on raising a family. We adopted two daughters from China. After my paternal efforts were reduced, and I retired from the workforce, I rejoined TBN 11 years ago. I started in Leisure Wheelers, then worked up to Wednesday Wheelies and Freedom Fridays, cycling whenever I could get out. However, in the last year or two, as I have noticed my speeds dropping, probably due to my advancing age, I thought about trying other rides in the club. So now I'm cycling more with Urban Rollers and Leisure Wheelers. My ambition is to match Dave Mader's record for cycling well into my 80s.”
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If you or someone you know would like to be featured in a future TBN Member Profile, please email info@tbn.ca |
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Photos and More! We love looking at your ride pictures and videos, and reading about the adventures our members get up to on their bikes. If you have pictures you want to share, or want to see other member content, find it all on the TBN website here. |
We need your help to reach the wider Toronto cycling community and let them know about our fantastic club. If you’re out on a TBN ride and taking photos, please tag us in your posts! @torontobicyclingnetwork on Instagram and Facebook. Sharing your TBN rides and experiences helps us showcase what makes our club so great and helps more cyclists discover us. Every tag helps us grow our community and reach new riders! |
Program-X Alerts: Register here if you'd like to be notified by email about upcoming Program-X rides. |
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TBN is always growing, just like the cycling community in the GTA. If you know anyone who would like to ride with us, at $50 a year, it's a deal! Please share this newsletter with cycling friends so they can join the fun. Tell your friends to check us out at tbn.ca/joinus. |
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General questions? Comments? Suggestions? Email: info@tbn.ca |
Chain of Events editor is Rick MacMillan. Email coe@tbn.ca.
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