About this Event
World Car-Free Day is a global movement to encourage people to leave their cars parked and discover healthier, more sustainable, and affordable ways to get around. Despite the Ontario Ford government adopting legislation that curtails the implementation of new bike lanes, and worse, plans to remove some of Toronto's busiest bike lanes, it has never been a better time to bike in Toronto.
We are partnering with Chosen Chain and the Bicycle Mayor of Toronto. They will be guiding us along a 15 km route through the heart of the city to discover some amazing car-free spaces which are connected to bike lanes and transit. Thanks to our sponsor Leone Murray LLP, food and refreshments will be provided.
What: 3rd Annual World Car Free Day bike ride and picnic.
The group will be riding in central Toronto along a range of bike lanes and public spaces that are revitalizing the city:
- King’s College Circle
- Grange Park
- The Well
- The Bentway
- Love Park
- The New Biidaasige Park West - where we will have food and refreshments
When: Tuesday, Sep 22, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Schedule:
-5:45 pm gather at the side entrance to the ROM (100 Queen's Park)
-6:00 pm Welcome remarks and overview of the route and how to ride safely as a group
-7:00 pm Arrive at Biidaasige Park West for dinner and refreshments overlooking the Toronto skyline - please bring your own eating utensils to reduce the amount of waste being produced.
-7:45 pm depart for Union Station
- 8:00 pm arrive at Union, ride ends
View the 15.2 km route (note: we will finalize and share the route to all registered participants in advance).
Note: ALL participants MUST have working front and back lights, and a bell. We encourage all participants to wear a helmet; however, they are mandatory (and the law) for people 16 years and under, and for those riding e-bikes.
Good to know: Dress for the weather. Bring water, and please bring your own eating utensils to reduce the amount of waste being produced.
This event is designed to welcome anyone identifying as a woman, regardless of sexual orientation, income, race or religion. Friends who are Allies are welcome (people identifying as men). By your participation in this event, you agree to be respectful of others and will contribute to building a comfortable and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
The organizers reserve the right to remove any participant who is deemed to be disrespectful, disruptive or deemed to pose a threat to themselves or others.
Disclaimer:
While the safety of participants will be prioritized, every rider is responsible for their own actions, decisions, and well-being. Riders are expected to follow the rules of the road, ride defensively, stay alert to any hazards, bike safely at all times, and listen to direction provided by the ride leaders. Bicycling, as with any activity conducted over public pavements and facilities open to the public, comes with risk.
By participating in this ride hosted by Femmes and Friends, you acknowledge and agree that you will be riding at your own risk. Femmes and Friends, along with its ride leaders and organizers, does not assume responsibility for any injury, loss, damage, or incident that may occur before, during, or after the ride, and does not assume a duty of care for participants. You further agree and warrant that if, at any time, you believe conditions to be unsafe, you will immediately discontinue further participation, and will let the organizers know prior to departing.
Event venue & nearby stays
ROM Weston Entrance 100 Queens Park, 100 Queens Park, Toronto, Canada
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