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Open Street Party/Bikefest 2013!

The Halifax Cycling Coalition (HCC) and Mountain Equipment Co-op-Halifax are hosting the 5th annual Open Street Party/Bikefest on Sunday, June 2nd as part of HRM Bike Week 2013! The event runs from at 2 PM…

HFX Cycle FIX

Cyclist know how enjoyable it is to be on a bike- the sun on your face and the wind at your back while cruising down a tree lined street past all the cars stuck in…

All New Membership Details for 2013!

If you are not already a member we invite you to join the HCC to support cycling advocacy in the HRM. An annual individual membership is only $5, and starting February 2013 HCC members will receive benefits…

Open Street with Gil Penalosa

 Gill Penalosa has worked in over 130 countries as the Executive Director of 8-80 Cities, A Canadian-based NGO. The 8-80 philosophy is to create livable cities for all ages, 8 through 80 years old. Gil…

Winter Bike to Work Day | Feb 15th

Get on your bike this Friday (Feb 15th) to show your support of winter cycling in the HRM. From 7:15 AM to 9:00 AM stop at one of the following location for free muffins and…

Event: Hit the Deck!

On Friday, February 8th there will be an Outdoor Winter Spin-a-Thon at Bicycles Plus (1248 Bedford Highway). From 10 am to 6 pm, individuals and teams will hit the deck for a full day, Sub…

Support the Crosstown Connector!

In December/January a report will go to city council making a recommendation for a crosstown bike lane- council will then make a decision as to support this recommendation. NOW is the time to mobilize support…

Nocturne at Night Bike Tour

The HCC will be leading group cycling tours stopping at various installations throughout the North End and downtown Halifax. All levels of cyclists are welcome – come experience the city in a new way! Tours…

Active Transportation Plan Review – Public Workshop

Planning the Halifax Peninsula Cycling Network. These workshops will be the first public engagement sessions as part of the Active Transportation Plan Review and will be the final formal opportunity to comment on the first peninsula north-south bicycle corridor…

Switch Open Street Sundays

Switch Open Street Sundays 9am-2pm Sunday, September 9th, 2012 The Planning & Design Centre (PDC), together with community partners, are working at the grass roots level to advance our region’s shift toward a more sustainable…

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