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📞 For More Urgent Issues: contact Operations at 519-837-5628 for a quicker response

Membership & Map Mondays Reminder!
It's that time of the week! Strengthen GCAT's voice by renewing or joining our membership today. Plus, report any cycling incidents or hazards on BikeMaps to aid our advocacy efforts or the City of Guelph's Report a Problem Map. Together, we can make a difference!

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Poster titled “Memorial Ride & Ghost Bike Installation.” Text reads: In memory of an anonymous Guelph cyclist who died on August 29, 2025. October 18th, 2025 4:30 PM — Dublin Street United Church (68 Suffolk St W) 5:00 PM — Margaret Greene Park (80 Westwood Rd) 5:15 PM — Bike installation & memorial at Elmira Rd N and Massey Rd. At the bottom, it says: With gratitude to Advocacy for Respect for Cyclists (ARC). Keep up to date on any further details: www.gcat.ca | @activeguelph. The background shows a white bicycle leaning against a dark brick wall, softly lit from above — symbolizing a “ghost bike” memorial.

We Remember. We Ride Together.

On Aug 29, a cyclist was killed at Elmira Rd N & Massey Rd in Guelph.

On Oct 18, we’ll ride together to honour their life and install a ghost bike donated by ARC - Advocacy for Respect for Cyclists to call for safer streets for everyone who walks, wheels, and rides.

Come see some of our G-Cats next Saturday!

Though we never want it to happen; knowing what to do after a crash can make all the difference. Our friends at @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social  has many resources such as their Crash Guide which offers step-by-step advice on what to do if you're involved in a cycling crash. 

Did you know that even if an incident doesn’t require calling 9-1-1, you can still report it?

If a reckless driver puts you at risk, you witness a crash or dangerous behavior, or experience harassment while biking or walking, call the Guelph non-emergency line at 519-824-1212.

🔍 Why Do Close Calls Matter?

While crashes often get reported (worryingly not all!), close calls are an early warning sign of dangerous road conditions. Tracking them helps identify problem areas before serious collisions happen.

📍 How Can You Help?
Reporting your experiences on BikeMaps.org

Spot a Hazard? Report It! 🚲🚧

Potholes, debris in bike lanes, faded crosswalks, missing signs, broken beg buttons—small hazards can lead to big problems!

Use the City of Guelph’s Report a Problem Map:

Membership & Map Mondays Reminder!
It's that time of the week! Strengthen GCAT's voice by renewing or joining our membership today. Plus, report any cycling incidents or hazards on BikeMaps to aid our advocacy efforts or the City of Guelph's Report a Problem Map. Together, we can make a difference!

12 days until the Transportation Summit #Guelph on October 18! Presentations from @chanface.bsky.social, @ttcriders.bsky.social, @transportaction.ca, @cyclewr.ca, @cgreysongaito.bsky.social, @bicyclemayorguelph.bsky.social, @samhersh01.bsky.social & more!

Free Event! Register @ taaguelph.com/summit

The Biking Lawyer's Crash Guide We write this Crash Guide as victims of bike crashes and cycling lawyers who represent hundreds of injured cyclists.

Though we never want it to happen; knowing what to do after a crash can make all the difference. Our friends at @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social  has many resources such as their Crash Guide which offers step-by-step advice on what to do if you're involved in a cycling crash. 

Some minor incidents can even be reported online through the Guelph Police Service website: https://f.mtr.cool/cfpvkbbaei

Reporting helps improve road safety!

🔍 Why Do Close Calls Matter?

While crashes often get reported (worryingly not all!), close calls are an early warning sign of dangerous road conditions. Tracking them helps identify problem areas before serious collisions happen.

📍 How Can You Help?
Reporting your experiences on BikeMaps.org

📞 For More Urgent Issues: contact Operations at 519-837-5628 for a quicker response

Membership & Map Mondays Reminder!
It's that time of the week! Strengthen GCAT's voice by renewing or joining our membership today. Plus, report any cycling incidents or hazards on BikeMaps to aid our advocacy efforts or the City of Guelph's Report a Problem Map. Together, we can make a difference!

The Biking Lawyer's Crash Guide We write this Crash Guide as victims of bike crashes and cycling lawyers who represent hundreds of injured cyclists.

Though we never want it to happen; knowing what to do after a crash can make all the difference. Our friends at @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social  has many resources such as their Crash Guide which offers step-by-step advice on what to do if you're involved in a cycling crash. 

Did you know that even if an incident doesn’t require calling 9-1-1, you can still report it?

If a reckless driver puts you at risk, you witness a crash or dangerous behavior, or experience harassment while biking or walking, call the Guelph non-emergency line at 519-824-1212.

🔍 Why Do Close Calls Matter?

While crashes often get reported (worryingly not all!), close calls are an early warning sign of dangerous road conditions. Tracking them helps identify problem areas before serious collisions happen.

📍 How Can You Help?
Reporting your experiences on BikeMaps.org

Big black title on yellow: “HATE TICKETS?” Subtitle: cameras aren’t “gotchas” or “cash grabs”—they’re basic physics. Left: black line illustration of a vandalized camera box with cracked window and graffiti “30kmh 24 hrs DAY.” Right text: cameras work as intended but the Province plans to ban them, promising “a million ways” later. Bottom caption: “Drivers hate this one weird trick: it’s called ‘going 30 in a 30.’”

“What is ASE?” Underlined definition: Automated Speed Enforcement = speed sensor + camera ticketing only over the posted limit; owner-liability fine; meant to change behaviour; frees police for higher-risk work. Bottom blue block: “What it’s NOT: It’s not a substitute for design. They’re our training wheels until we build the safety in.” Simple line drawing of a standing camera unit.

White slide with a yellow pill label reading “ASE is a tool.” Text explains that ASE buys time and saves lives while we rebuild streets to make safe speeds the default. Bold subhead: “The global perspective on ASE is simple,” followed by four points: design the danger out; use cameras where risk is highest; keep the process transparent and fair; turn cameras off once the street itself does the job. Minimal black line drawing of a fallen camera at bottom right.

Blue headline bar: “Multiple experts have made it abundantly clear: Automated Speed Enforcement works.” Body text cites: SickKids + TMU study of 250 school zones (45% reduction in speeding); Dr. Andrew Howard’s quote about speed driving injury risk; Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police support; CAA 2025 survey bullets (speeding common in residential areas; 73% slow near cameras; 52% don’t speed back up; 46% avoid ASE roads). Small “Speed Limit 30” sign icon in bottom corner.

Drivers hate this one weird trick: matching the big number on the sign to the one on your dash.

Ford wants to ban school-zone cameras + fund “a million ways” later. Great! Build them now. Don’t switch off the only thing lowering speeds today.

Big win for walkability in Guelph!

Council approved Fusion Homes’ vision for connected linear + distributed parks, instead of a single mega-park with 300 parking spaces. GCAT is proud to have played a role with delegation to council.

Spot a Hazard? Report It! 🚲🚧

Potholes, debris in bike lanes, faded crosswalks, missing signs, broken beg buttons—small hazards can lead to big problems!

Use the City of Guelph’s Report a Problem Map:

GCAT has been working on our "Better Streets" campaign for over a year now and we were looking at mobilizing nearby. I hope we can collectively aid this neighbourhood in any way we can.

gcat.ca/betterstreets/

A colorful illustrated poster for the “Guelph Girls Gays & Theys Bike Club” featuring a river winding through green trees, with a goose holding a flower in its beak in the foreground. At the top is the club's logo: two rainbow-colored bikes forming a heart. Text reads: MONTHLY MEETUP University of Guelph Science Complex Covered bike shelters Sept 24th 2025 Meet @ 6:45 PM Ride @ 7:00 PM The tone is friendly, inclusive, and nature-themed, evoking a calm and welcoming community ride vibe.

This is the second Big Gay Ride hosted by The Guelph Girls Gays and Theys Bike club. www.instagram.com/guelph.girls...

The monthly meet up is also on the 24th at the science complex bike shelters at the University of Guelph. Meet at 6:45pm Roll out at 7:00pm

A square digital flyer with a cream background, rainbow border, and bold blue text reading: "BIG GAY RIDE" with a simple bike icon below. Text continues: Saturday, Sept 27, 2025 Meet-up: 9:00 AM – Roll out: 9:30 AM Location: Riverside Park – By the Pedestrian Bridge Open to Everyone Riverside Park Guelph → Bissell Park Elora

A second square flyer with the same cream background and rainbow border. Bold heading: WHAT TO EXPECT A low-pressure, supportive social ride with scenic views on the G2G and Cottontail Trails with beautiful fall colours. Time: ~2–2.5 hours in the saddle (one way) with breaks as needed. Picnic + farmers’ market in Bissell Park or grab food/coffee in downtown Elora. Option to cut some distance on the way back. Second heading: WHAT TO BRING Water, snacks, layers/gloves, sunscreen, cash/card for farmers’ market or pack food for the picnic.

🌈 BIG GAY RIDE — Sept 27, 2025
Join us for a slow, scenic, very queer fall ride from Guelph to Elora!

📍 Meet: 9:00 AM @ Riverside Park (by the pedestrian bridge)
🚴‍♀️ Roll out: 9:30 AM
Destination: Bissell Park, Elora
Community ride - open to everyone!

I’ve never owned a car. Not because I’m extreme—because it’s never been financially possible.

I ride through all seasons. My e-bike gets me to work, to healthcare, to community. It's not lesser. It's survival. It's freedom. It's resourcefulness and resilience.

#WorldCarFreeDay #CarFreeDay

Membership & Map Mondays Reminder!
It's that time of the week! Strengthen GCAT's voice by renewing or joining our membership today. Plus, report any cycling incidents or hazards on BikeMaps to aid our advocacy efforts or the City of Guelph's Report a Problem Map. Together, we can make a difference!

Thank you to those of you who joined us for #BikeTheNightGuelph last night

Many people in front of Guelph City Hall all on lit up bicycles

#BikeTheNight with @activeguelph.bsky.social. One of my favorite nights of the year!

The Biking Lawyer's Crash Guide We write this Crash Guide as victims of bike crashes and cycling lawyers who represent hundreds of injured cyclists.

Though we never want it to happen; knowing what to do after a crash can make all the difference. Our friends at @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social  has many resources such as their Crash Guide which offers step-by-step advice on what to do if you're involved in a cycling crash.