Actionable Theft Prevention Bicycle theft remains a primary obstacle to active transportation adoption, but the solution relies heavily on objective data. When a bicycle lacks a recorded serial number tied to a verified owner, law enforcement officers cannot confirm ownership…
The Critical Role of Serial Numbers in Asset Recovery When a bicycle is stolen, the primary challenge faced by law enforcement isn't just locating the property—it is establishing legal proof of ownership. Officers regularly seize suspected stolen property during routine…
What’s better than a free event? When we launched Alberta Bike Swap 15.5 years ago, the secondary bicycle market lacked systematic oversight. Serial numbers were rarely recorded, intake verification was nonexistent, and buyers had no reliable way to confirm whether…
Data Silos and Property Recovery A frequent technical question we receive is why Alberta Bike Swap operates as Ambassadors for both Bike Index and Project 529 (529 Garage). From a systems engineering and logistics standpoint, municipal boundaries do not contain…
On Sunday, August 2nd, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Alberta Bike Swap is partnering with the Calgary Police Service and the Police Bike Recovery Unit for a live, public bike registration event at RiverWalk Plaza, East Village. Bicycle recovery…
A Heartfelt Note to Our Community This past week has been one of deep reflection for our family. As grandparents who spend our summer months caring for our grandson who has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), our hearts have been heavy…
We’ve always said, "if we plan it, they will come." Last week, we put that theory to the test by hosting a potluck picnic—and nearly 40 incredible people showed up to connect, eat, and laugh. Our community is growing, and…
Another week in the books, and our hearts are completely full. Lately, we’ve been bouncing between Stampede breakfasts and community events—or, as we like to call it, Stampwene. What is Stampwene, you ask? It’s the ultimate Alberta portmanteau: a cross…
At Alberta Bike Swap, we've always believed that trust is earned by doing what you say you'll do. Since our very first bike swap, we've worked hard to ensure every bicycle sold through our events is connected to its rightful…
This past weekend, Calgary celebrated Neighbour Day—an annual event that holds a very special place in our hearts. It is a time to look back at the resilience shown during the 2013 floods and to look forward to how we…