What we do

The Edmonton Bicycle Commuters’ Society (EBC), a non-profit society formed in 1980, is a leader in the Edmonton cycling community. We support people using bicycles as everyday urban travel.

We sell used bikes, accept donated bikes, and run bike repair and riding courses. We also operate a volunteer-run community bike workshop where you can drop in and learn how to fix your bike. For more info, including workshop hours, read our FAQ.

Read: FAQ | about EBC | history | current board | map, media & contact info

Aug

26

2010

Bike Advocacy Meeting! Today!

0 comments at 1:28 pm posted by Alexa Pendzich

Dear friends and fellow cyclists,

Our election advocacy meeting is tonight at the Original Joe’s at 8404 109 St from 530-630PM on Thursday, August 26th.  If you’re not able to attend, do take a look at our lobby document here.  Give us your feedback about it.  What do you want to see happen with the city’s bicycle future?  Give your election candidates feedback about it.  They need to know Edmonton wants more and better cycling infrastructure and programs!  Find more info about EBC’s election lobbying here.

Aug

25

2010

Advocate for cycling this municipal election: October 18, 2010

0 comments at 1:07 pm posted by Alexa Pendzich

The EBC Advocacy Committee has been developing an election strategy to help make cycling a major issue the upcoming municipal election. With your help, a new council will be elected with many members who will invest in cycling infrastructure and programs.

Aug

19

2010

EBC teams up with the spoke

0 comments at 4:23 pm posted by Anna V

EBC has been involved with the spoke by helping with volunteer mechanics as well as resources and expertise.  Alex, EBC’s BikeWorks Coordinator, has been working closely with Kris, the spoke coordinator, to develop the program, determine and acquire the necessary parts and tools, and facilitating the actual workshops.

The spoke fosters a sense of belonging and self worth for inner city youth by providing a positive and engaging community space and hands on work experience. Volunteer mechanics work with youth, providing mentorship and skill sharing. Youth are given the opportunity to build relationships with peers and volunteers in a safe and positive environment centered on the values of cooperation, mutual respect, and the love of bikes! 

Aug

17

2010

Fix your bike Friday + ride to 7 community gardens on Saturday

0 comments at 3:41 pm posted by Anna V

One last course on Basic Bike Maintenance for August - this Friday, August 20.  Just in time for you to fix any little squeaks or bumps before your join the bike tour of 7 community gardens on Saturday, August 21.  It’s like we planned it or something wink

Aug

07

2010

Another Basic Mechanics Course Added

0 comments at 3:01 pm posted by Alex H

Meow meow I'm falling!

Once again, due to high demand, we’ll be offering another Basics Mechanics course on Sunday, August 15th from 6 until 9 PM.  Please see Basics Mechanics Courseas the information is the same (except the date of course!).  Register by emailing .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Aug

06

2010

On-road cycling course! Sign up for CanBike 2

0 comments at 9:50 am posted by Alexa Pendzich

There will be a Canadian Cycling Association CanBike 2 Course offered in September

Aug

04

2010

Get to Know Your Bicycle - Introduction to Bicycle Maintenance

0 comments at 3:36 pm posted by Alex H

Friday August 13
6:30-9:30pm
BikeWorks 10047 80th Ave - Entrance through back alley.
Cost: $10 for EBC Members, $20 for non-members
Register by emailing .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

If you want to start learning about working on your own bike but aren’t sure where to start, this course is for you!

Jul

23

2010

ReCycling!

0 comments at 3:28 pm posted by Alex H

Scrap bikes at the scrapyard.

BikeWorks recyles all unuseable bikes and scrap metal as well as all old tires and inner tubes.  So far in 2010 alone we’ve diverted over 7000 pounds of scrap metal and over 1500 pounds of tires and tubes from the landfill!

Jul

21

2010

Another Basic Maintenance Class This Sunday!

0 comments at 4:03 pm posted by Alex H

A tidal wave of demand has forced us to offer another basic bike maintenance class this week, to be held on Sunday the 25th from 6:00 until 9:00.  This class is the same as the one offered this Thursday (see earlier post: http://edmontonbikes.ca/home/more/get_to_know_your_bicycle-introduction_to_bicycle_maintenance/)

Jul

14

2010

Parking at BikeWorks

0 comments at 3:17 pm posted by Alex H

Please park in the green areas and not the red.

In order to be a good neighbour and comply with City bylaws (Bylaw 5590) we are asking that visitors to BikeWorks no longer park in or along the alley.  If you are loading or unloading bikes, passengers, etc. you may briefly park outside our gate.  Otherwise, ample parking is available nearby along both 101 Street and 79 Avenue, as can be seen marked in green on the above map.  Thank you for your cooperation!

Jul

14

2010

Get to Know Your Bicycle-Introduction to Bicycle Maintenance

0 comments at 1:28 pm posted by Alex H

Friday July 23
6:30-9:30pm
BikeWorks 10047 80th Ave - Entrance through back alley.
Cost: $10 for EBC Members, $20 for non-members
Register by emailing .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

If you want to start learning about working on your own bike but aren’t sure where to start, this course is for you!

Jul

09

2010

Accepting Registrations for CAN-BIKE 2 Course!

0 comments at 4:31 pm posted by Alex H

EBC is offering a Canadian Cycling Association CAN-BIKE 2 Course in late July of this year. CAN-BIKE 2 is an 18 hour, on-road cycling course. The course covers the theory of on-road cycling and practical riding techniques starting on quiet roads and working up to more complex situations. The course is suitable to all cyclists who feel comfortable on their bicycles and want to learn more about cycling safely and efficiently in traffic. This course will improve your skill and confidence in riding in challenging traffic situations. CAN-BIKE 1 is not a pre-requisite for CAN-BIKE 2. This certificate course is quite often a requirement for jobs that involve cycling.

Jul

06

2010

Bike Stripping / Yard Cleanup Party

0 comments at 1:26 pm posted by Alex H

The BikeWorks coral is once again brimming with bikes! Come lend a few hours and help us clean it up and strip useful parts off bikes on Saturday July 17th from 6 PM onwards.  Pizza and drinks for helpers!

BikeWorks hours: (effective June 1, 2010)
Monday-Thursday: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sunday (first and third of the month, women and transgendered persons only): 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sunday (all others): 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Closed on holidays unless otherwise noted.

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Friday, September 3, 2010 - Monday September 6, 2010
various
Bike to the Symphony Under the Sky

A diverse line-up of orchestral concerts that span everything from Bach to Billy Joel!  EBC will be on-site with bike parking smile

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Tuesday, September 7, 2010
7pm-8pm
Cycling in Edmonton info session

EBC will be at the Lois Hole Library to talk about all thing related to cycling in Edmonton for this one hour session

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Tuesday September 7, Saturday September 11, Tuesday September 14, and Saturday September 18 (all four days)
Tuesdays 6:00 to 9:00 PM, Saturdays 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
CAN-BIKE 2 Course in September

EBC is offering a Canadian Cycling Association CAN-BIKE 2 course beginning September 11. CAN-BIKE 2 is an 18 hour, on-road cycling course.

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Saturday, September 11, 2010
1pm-3pm
Basic Bike Maintenance at Lois Hole Library

EBC will be at the Lois Hole Library for this very popular workshop.  Maximum of 20 participants.

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Sunday, September 12, 2010
9am-8pm
Tour de Perogy 2010

Ride with us to the Ukrainian Heritage Village for their Harvest Food Festival!  It’s a leisurely, social ride with delicious food.

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Saturday, September 18, 2010
8pm
Krank - A - Thon

Krank-A-Thon is a unique opportunity for cyclists and non-cyclists to saddle up for a challenging and fun YMCA charity ride.

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Sunday, September 26, 2010
10am-4pm
Velocity Cycle’s Interclub “Harvest Ride”

The ride is open to everyone from club racers to recreational riders.  The routes will start in Ardrossan and loop through beautiful Strathcona County.

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Sunday, October 3, 2010
1pm-3pm
EBC Annual General Meeting 2010

Save the date! Details TBA