Cities around the world are increasingly rethinking how people move through their communities. From safer streets to more sustainable transportation options, cycling is becoming an important part of building healthier and more connected urban environments. In 2026, Youth en Route will bring Calgary’s cycling community together for a new event that celebrates these ideas: CycleFest…
This year, the Cyclist in Residence Team has delivered our adaptive program at 9 schools, with 10 additional schools booked later this school year, reaching over 200 students along the way. We’ve worked in gymnasiums, courtyards, school fields, and atriums. The students present with a mix of EES, TASC, CSSI, and PLP. While each student and school are unique, let’s roll through a session of…
Youth en Route’s mission is to empower youth to be able to choose to travel by bike. We know it’s fast, cheap and delivers independence. Our school programs reduce barriers to cycling, with skills, equipment and experiential learning to help youth consider transportation options. We’ve been able to increase bike to school rates at schools…
Youth en Route Launches CycleFest 2026 | Calgary Community Cycling Festival
The secret is out of the saddle bag, so to speak. Youth en Route is partnering with Bathtub Bikes and opening a community bike shop. It’s a unique partnership between a small business and a small charity that will deliver a needed service in Calgary – a place to fix your own bike. The goal…
Hi, I’m Sam, a Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Waterloo, Class of 2030. I’m passionate about biking, as a way to get around and as a lens for thinking about better, more sustainable transportation. My work and curiosity comes from that mix of engineering problem‑solving and a love for active mobility. When I’m not buried in projects or co‑op work, you’ll probably find me in the gym,…
