The City of Markham, the City of Richmond Hill and Smart Commute invite you to gear up for Bike Month in June! Bike Month is a celebration of all things cycling and the perfect time to get active outside by bike! There are cycling routes throughout the region to help you get to your destination for recreation and commuting.



Smart Commute Bike Month Contest


Log cycling trips for a chance to WIN a $50 e-gift card!


How to participate:

  • Log your bike trips on SmartCommute.ca for a chance to win a $50 e-gift card, courtesy of York Region (10 available).
  • Bike trips taken between June 1 to June 30, 2025 are eligible, and must be logged by 11:59pm EST on July 7 to qualify for the prize draw.
  • Up to two (2) bike trips per day are eligible for the contest.
  • Additional prize draw ballots: new user registration = 1 and referrals (app/web) = 1.
  • Each respective Smart Commute office reserves the right to distribute prizes, subject to change without notice.

Note: Logging a bike trip on SmartCommute.ca automatically enters you into the Smart Commute Contest and winners may choose to opt out receiving the prize.

Click here to download the official York Region contest rules.





Attend Our Webinars


Throughout June, Smart Commute will host a series of bike-focused webinars, join to learn something new with your colleagues:


Wednesday, May 21, 2025 (12:00 - 1:00 pm) – Jesse Han (pointA)

Discover Smart Commute: A Sustainable Commuting Program for Organizations in Ontario

Join us to learn about the Smart Commute program, why your organization should join the program, and our case studies with current clients.

Click here to view the recording


Thursday, June 5, 2025 (12:00 - 1:00 pm) – Cycle Toronto

Safe Cycling 101

June is Bike Month! Cycle Toronto will guide you through everything you need to know about biking with confidence. Topics include:

  • Equipment and bike fit
  • Safe riding techniques
  • Rules and responsibilities
  • Interactions with others
  • Choosing your route
  • ... and more!

Click here to view the recording


Thursday, June 12, 12pm (12:00 - 1:00 pm) – Dr. Raktim Mitra (TMU)

The Impact of Cycling Facilities on Travel Behaviour Change

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Tuesday, June 17, (12:00 - 1:00 pm) – Adam Sweanor (City of Toronto)

Vision Zero

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Wednesday, June 18, (12:00 - 1:00 pm) – Cycle Toronto

Basic Bike Maintenance

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Tuesday, June 24, (12:00 - 1:00 pm) – Judy Noordermeer (Wellesley Institute)

Bike Lanes as a Health Equity Issue

We know cycling is healthy. This webinar will take the discussion one step further to explore how bike lanes can - and must - promote healthy equity. Urban cycling infrastructure must ensure everyone has the opportunity to enjoy good health.

Click here to register