A Back-to-School Guide for Safe, Active Travel

A Back-to-School Guide for Safe, Active Travel

Yes, it’s still summer, but back to school is just around the corner. Thinking now about how you get to and from school can make life easier when school starts in September. Our Active School Travel team made this short and quick guide to help you in that process....
Why Does Walking or Wheeling to School Matter?

Why Does Walking or Wheeling to School Matter?

When children walk, bike, or roll to school, they improve their wellbeing and the general health of their surrounding community. Every step or every wheel rotation doesn’t just get kids from point A to point B; it can also lead to some pretty impactful outcomes, such...
Announcing the 2025 Green Community Award Winners

Announcing the 2025 Green Community Award Winners

The votes have been tabulated, and Green Communities Canada (GCC) is pleased to announce the 2025 Green Community Award winners. These awards celebrate excellence in the GCC national network and were presented at GCC’s Annual Members’ Meeting in June. “We give these...
GCC Cycling Pamphlet

GCC Cycling Pamphlet

Bike to School Week 2025 (B2SW) takes place from June 2 to 6 in Toronto and Vancouver, with varying dates for other areas in Canada. Bike to School Week is an annual celebration of communities that embrace active school travel and cycling. These communities champion...