Get out your Bikes…Community Rides are Back!

By May 26, 2023May 30th, 2023Events

Dust off your bike and pump up your tires, because Community Rides are back. Whether you’re new to cycling or a cycling expert, come out and enjoy one of the City’s Community Rides. Community Rides are free, guided rides that allow you to enjoy your neighbourhood by bike, meet new people and connect with your community all while exploring Mississauga’s growing cycling infrastructure.

As a rider, you’ll have the choice to join an in-person ride or enjoy the routes at a time of your choosing using the online bike route map. Starting Saturday, June 3, Community Rides will be taking place every two weeks until the end of October. All rides take place in different neighbourhoods in Mississauga and range between five to 24 kilometres in length.

Event details:

What:
Community Rides are free, guided bike rides that take place across Mississauga on a variety of cycling infrastructure, including on-road bike lanes, shared pathways and multi-use trails.

Who:
Mississauga residents of all ages and cycling abilities who want to be active outdoors and are interested in seeing their neighbourhood and city by bike.

When/where:

Community Rides will take place every two weeks between June and October.

Those interested in participating in the group-style rides must register and be at the starting location for the start time. City staff will be onsite at the starting location to help guide participants and answer any questions.

Planned 2023 Community Rides:

Registration for these in-person guided rides is required.

Cycling etiquette and road rules

Riders are reminded to follow all rules of the road and obey shared trail etiquette while cycling in Mississauga. Remember to:

  • Wear a helmet:
    • Helmets must be worn by cyclists under the age of 18. However, everyone is encouraged to wear a helmet when riding their bike.
  • Be courteous to other trail users:
    • Always keep to the right of the trail, particularly if you are traveling at a slower speed.
    • If passing others, always pass on your left and use your bell or a signal before passing another cyclist or pedestrian.
  • Be aware of others:
    • Don’t block the trail. If stopping for a break, pull off to the side or off of the trail completely.
    • When approaching a sharp turn on your bike that obstructs your view, approach slowly, use your bell or give a verbal warning and proceed when clear to do so.
  • Be seen and be safe:
    • Make sure your bike has a light and reflectors that can be seen by others.

To learn more about Community Rides, to register for the in-person guided rides and to access route maps for your self-guided rides, visit mississauga.ca/communityrides.

Updates about the Community Rides program will also be shared on the City’s TwitterFacebook and Instagram channels.