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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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Another lock library ready to go to a school - this time Father Lacombe HS. This is a simple way to encourage bike riding for teens. No carrying heavy lock, improved security at school! #yycbike #yyccc #yyc
Five U-locks with added cables for tire locking, numbered with stickers and extra keys included on in a jumble on a wooden floor. the equipment will make a lock libary at a calgary high school
November 21, 2025 at 7:21 PM
youthenroute.bsky.social
For #givingtuesday we are sharing quotes from teens telling us how having a bike has impacted their lives. (Spelling, grammar as is - no editing!)

If you are able to support our work, we appreciate every donation. #givefreedom www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donati... #yycbike
Image shows a teen in a yellow shirt riding a bike in Calgary with the quote when I didn't have a ride, my bike was a reliable source for me."
November 21, 2025 at 5:31 PM
youthenroute.bsky.social
Great turnout for the #transdayofremembrance protest. #yyc #abpoli
Lots of people supporting trans rights in calgary
November 21, 2025 at 12:16 AM
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Heads up #ThirdThursday friends!

In solidarity with the trans community & indeed every Calgarian rightly concerned with this provincial government's grotesque power-grab & trampling of our freedoms, we're postponing this event to go join the protest tomorrow from 5-7pm. Join us #YYC! We need you!
ALT TEXT People cheersing, title reads "Third Thursday Climate Social Drinks with Calgary Climate Hub. - Third Thursday of each month form 5pm at Civic Tavern with support from XhAke brewing co" address is 213 12th Ave SW - big purple banner in front of which reads "POSTPONED"
November 19, 2025 at 11:13 PM
youthenroute.bsky.social
It's the Transgender Day of Remembrance, and in #abpoli, it's a day to get loud, defend, share, embrace and love.
a pink and blue poster that says " trans rights are human rights "
Alt: a pink and blue poster that says " trans rights are human rights "
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November 20, 2025 at 8:29 PM
youthenroute.bsky.social
We asked kids how having a bike impacted their lives. For #givingtuesday, we're sharing what we heard.
Help #youthenroute deliver freedom and confidence to more #yyc teens by supporting our work. #yycbike
Your donation won't sit gathering interest, but will be spent in 2026 on our programming.
Text says It built way more than problem solving, the bike boosted my confidence." with a picture of a female cyclist with her arms in the air in a grassy meadow.
November 20, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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"It also brought out the mechanic in me because i had to pump the tyres and oil the chain."

Biking delivers more than just exercise - it helps build resilience and problem solving skills. Help us deliver freedom for teens in #yyc with biking programs and #bikes
www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donati...
Young man holding the pedal of a bike that is turned over so he can work on the mechanics of it.
November 19, 2025 at 10:32 PM
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"It has helped me and my family a lot. When we need to do small errands that are close by, we don’t need to use the car. It’s really efficient for us all." #yycbike
Quote from a student after they received a bike from #youthenroute
Please help us #givefreedom: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donati...
A girl with a shopping bag on her bike
November 18, 2025 at 7:32 PM
youthenroute.bsky.social
We've been asking kids how they use the bikes we've given them. For #givingtuesday we are sharing the comments. Listen and you can hear your donation at work!

Consider our small charity to deliver freedom to more kids this giving season. www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donati... #yycbike #yycgiving #charity
Two boys with helmets on take while holding bikes near a school
November 17, 2025 at 9:52 PM
youthenroute.bsky.social
Its the time of the year to give back. Please consider Youth en Route for your charitable donation. We're hoping to raise $25,000 to get 3,000 kids rolling at five schools in Calgary. #yycbike #yyc #givingtuesday

www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donati...
Open hand with a bike on it and the text give freedom with a youth en route logo
November 16, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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Check out our new blog post about a great donation from @kruch.bsky.social

youthenroute.ca/kruch-bikes-...
#yycbike
Kruch bikes donation helps YER share joy of cycling – Youth En Route
youthenroute.ca
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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calgaryclimatehub.ca
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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yyc-david.bsky.social
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
youthenroute.bsky.social
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
youthenroute.bsky.social
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 · Oct 22
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
youthenroute.bsky.social
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
youthenroute.bsky.social
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
youtu.be
October 2, 2025 at 6:36 PM
youthenroute.bsky.social
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
youthenroute.bsky.social
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
youtube.com
September 8, 2025 at 3:54 AM