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Youth en Route
@youthenroute.bsky.social
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Working towards empowering healthier youth to have the agency to get around their communities independently.

Find more information: https://www.youthenroute.ca
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Check out our new blog post about a great donation from @kruch.bsky.social

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Kruch bikes donation helps YER share joy of cycling – Youth En Route
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November 6, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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Don't forget, we're going to be Hallowheelin' with @calgaryclimatehub.ca on Saturday. We have a hunch there might be some ghoulish, bike-sucking vampires on the prowl - bring some garlic, or follow bike locking best practices to avoid theft!

Ride leaves from City Hall at 10 a.m. #yycbike
Image of a vampire and text says Bike Theft Sucks, but you can beat it with Lock + technique +location +registration prevents theft. there is a QR code to a bike theft video on YER Youtube Channel.
October 24, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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Gettin' that spooky feelin'?

Cuz it's 2 MORE DAYS TIL HALLOWHEELIN'!

See you on the 👻strange🎃 streets of Calgary!!!

RSVP: www.calgaryclimatehub.ca/hallowheelin

#yyc #yycbike #Hallowheelin #Halloween #Calgary #BikePaths
Event is Hallowheelin against a dark Calgary backdrop with folks in costumes on bikes, a trick or treat filled pumpkin, City of Calgary, Gasonics, Sustainable Calgary, Youth En Route & Hub logos. date is Saturday October 25th from 10am to 1230pm & location is City Hall, 800 Macleod Trail SE. date is Saturday October 25th from 10am to 1230pm & location is City Hall, 800 Macleod Trail SE QR code with link to the webpage.
October 23, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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Use any new #yycbike infrastructure today? The marda loop track is flowing nicely, competed down to 17st so far. 15th Ave is mostly complete up to 4th Street as of this morning. I'm kind of digging 14th Ave as a two-way 😊. #yyc #bicycle
8-year-old child standing there recently completed bike lane in Marda loop E-brake locked to a barrier in front of a new bike lane.
October 22, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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Hey we're Hallowheelin' with the
@calgaryclimatehub.ca
It's sure to be a fun, easy ride, with lots of trick and treats. Ride Starts at 10 a.m. at City Hall. Sign up here: www.calgaryclimatehub.ca/hallowheelin #yycbike
Dracula holds a sign that says Hallowheelin' is coming. Come ride with us and the details in post.
October 22, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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There was a bit of a discussion on #bikesky about #bikebusses and whether there is too much focus on them given the privilege that accompanies (having bikes, parents with time to supervise both ways etc.)
We thought we'd share our experience.
Follow to understand our impact in #yyc
youthenroute.bsky.social Youth en Route @youthenroute.bsky.social · 25d
Hi there #bike fans. Wanted to weigh in. We run programs in #yyc teaching teens to bike safely. 6.5% of youth age 15-18 in our wealthy, very surburban city have never been on a bike. We teach skills, boost confidence and then give kids bikes, helmets, locks and tools. #yycbike #bikebus .../
October 22, 2025 at 3:46 AM
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Hey we're Hallowheelin' with the @calgaryclimatehub.ca It's sure to be a fun, easy ride, with lots of trick and treats. Ride Starts at 10 a.m. at City Hall. Sign up here: www.calgaryclimatehub.ca/hallowheelin #yycbike
silouette of 2 bike riders with a big black ghost behind them with a cloudy sky backdrop. Logos of Calgary Climate Hub, Sustainable Calgary, Youth en Route and City of Calgary. Date of Oct 25, 10 a.m. meet at City Hall, 800 Macleod Tr SE> Text says come joing us for Hallowheelin' . . .but don't look behind you.
October 21, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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We are sad the teachers strike is impacting our work.
We appreciate all the work teachers do to manage challenging class sizes and complex learners.
Some teachers are organizing a Ride for RED Friday. We'll be there, wearing red and in our best biking form! Join us!
#yycbike #bikeride #ata
Image says Ride for Red Oct 10, 10 a.m. edworthy park to east village and has a pack of cyclists wering red jerseys - its an ai image
October 9, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Kids Bike Trade UP is Friday at the Genesis Center in Falconridge. Bring your bike donations, pick up a toddler bike or trade your old bike up for one that fits. Sign up to avoid disappointment : www.kidsbiketradeup.com
#yycbike
kid straddles a bike while a bike fitter checks size and talks with his dad
October 2, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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Hey Look! We're in @shifter.info 's new video.

And yes, those amazing bike racks at Lester Pearson, are our wheel-bender to functional rack conversion - with chains so you don't need a U-Lock.

Lots' of good data and information here. #yycbike
#yycbe #yyccsd
shifter.info Tom Babin @shifter.info · Oct 1
New video: The story of one boy has given me hope for getting more kids riding bikes to school again
youtu.be/Lqz6TjVXIxc
Why kids don't bike to school anymore (and 5 things that can fix it)
YouTube video by Shifter
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October 2, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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It's almost here! our next Kids Bike Trade Up event is Friday at Genesis Center. Sign up to make sure you're not disappointed.
www.kidsbiketradeup.com
We'll have baby and toddler bikes for free (while supplies last) and will take any and all bike donations. #yycbike
bikes are lined up as well as people lined up at a tent A boy and girls show off new bike while their dad stands alongside Mom and kids with new/used bike the crowd includes people mulling around waiting to trade in used bikes for a new to them bike.
September 30, 2025 at 9:20 PM
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Twisted Chain Bike 34th Ave, event tents Mopeds Pink Bike
September 14, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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Hey - We're updating our social and here is our new Link Tree: Follow along with us everywhere! linktr.ee/YouthenRoute1
Youth en Route | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree
Youth en Route empowers teens with cycling. We teach skills, boost confidence and deliver the equipment needed to travel their communities by bike.
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September 8, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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Join us for International Coffee Outside Day on Saturday October 4th. Coffee! Cookies! And someone will win a sweet prize pack from @ridewithgps.bsky.social #yycbike

Register here -> ridewithgps.com/events/33524... #coffeeoutside
September 6, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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Hey, we've got a new video up on our youtube channel! Meet Mario our operations manager #yycbike
youtube.com/shorts/LB8tA...
Meet Mario! Youth en Route's Operations Manager; master mechanic & artist
YouTube video by Youth En Route
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September 8, 2025 at 3:54 AM
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We've extended our job posting! If you're looking for a role that inspiring, active, outside and educational - reach out now! #yycbike #yycjobs

All the info is on our blog post:
youthenroute.ca/were-hiring-...
We’re Hiring a Cyclist in Residence – Youth En Route
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September 2, 2025 at 9:34 PM
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Youth en Route is hiring? Do you love cycling? Do you recognize how two wheels can empower youth by expanding transportation choices? This might be the role for you. Could be part time during school or retirement, or more of a full time role. Reach out! #yycbike youthenroute.ca/were-hiring-...
woman in yellow shirt stands by a bike with a young girl riding tentatively - both are wearing hijabs
August 25, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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And the winners are . . .
Amy did the draw for the $10 raffle on Monday and the lucky winners have been contacted to collect their prizes. The winning numbers are shown below! Thanks for supporting the Bicycle Film Festival Raffle and Ridley's Cycle! #yycbike
woman in yellow shirt draws from bin of ticket stubs. Winning tickets 0408, second 0010, 0796, 0275 and 0428
August 22, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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Our newest video is now posted to our You Tube Channel. Take a look at what we've be up to! #yycbike #yyc
youtu.be/cEo6oqa4_Rk?...
August 22, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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Take a look at our job posting and come work for us. You'll love your job! #yycbike
staffer watches a young girl ride a tricycel in a gym with a We Hiring message across image. Text says share your passion for wheels see the link in our bio.
August 22, 2025 at 1:37 AM
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We're looking for a Cyclist in Residence! Are you a passionate cyclist and want to share the 2-wheel joy with Calgary and area teenagers? This is the job for you. #yycbike #yyc #yycjobs
youthenroute.ca/were-hiring-...
Staff in a yellow shirt teaches a young girl to ride a bike
August 20, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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Got your tickets, #yycbike?
bikecalgary.bsky.social bikecalgary.bsky.social @bikecalgary.bsky.social · Aug 14
Bike Film Festival Calgary is happening August 15 at Globe Cinema! @bffworld Calgary presents an all new curated screening of short films hosted by @ridleyscycle. We will be providing a bike valet and look forward to celebrating cycling w/ the community! Tickets: bicyclefilmfestival.com/tickets
#yyc
August 14, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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Tonight is the night! If you haven't got your tickets.....there will be some a the door!

Bike Valet courtesy of @bikecalgary.bsky.social Lots of prizes and raffle tickets. Come join the fun!

#yycbike
movie oster for bicycle film festival showing theatre with bike rider on screen and points to www.ridleys.com for tickets.
August 15, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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Come say hi tonight! And thanks to @bikecalgary.bsky.social there will be a bike valet - your wheels will be safe while you enjoy the movie. #yycbike #yyc
bikecalgary.bsky.social bikecalgary.bsky.social @bikecalgary.bsky.social · Aug 14
Award-winning & emerging cycling films from around the world. Net proceeds benefit @youthenroute.bsky.social!
August 15, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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Have you got your tickets to our raffle?
You can win an E-Bike, a @kruch.bsky.social custom bike, new MTB brakes or $500 all thanks to Ridley's Cycles and their partners! Tickets are just $10. Tickets will be for sale at the Bicycle Film Festival on Friday too! #yycbike Proceeds support our work
graphic shows Bicycle Film Festival logo, youth en route logo, a photo of raffle ticket, $10 bill, a bundle of cash and an e-bike graphic.
August 12, 2025 at 6:28 PM