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…
Every week brings its own beautiful rhythm, and lately, ours has been a mix of deep community roots, national innovation, and a little bit of backyard biodiversity. As we move into mid-June, we are reminded of how deeply interconnected we…
Every single week at Alberta Bike Swap is completely different, and every single week is wonderful. This past week was a powerful reminder of how a passion for cycling can ripple outward, connecting generations, safety education, and communities across Alberta.…
At Alberta Bike Swap, people often see the numbers: thousands of bikes processed, tons of carbon emissions diverted, and a proprietary tech system built to protect the used bike market. But behind the logistics are the stories, the people, and…
People ask us what Alberta Bike Swap does when we’re not running events. The answer is simple: We keep helping bikes find the right places and people. Some weeks are especially good reminders of why we’ve spent years doing this…
For the first time in our 15-year history, we feel compelled to publicly acknowledge the stress and disruption that ongoing conflicts have had on Calgary Bike Swap, our volunteers, and our community. Over recent years, we have experienced repeated situations…
At the Edmonton Bike Swap, we operate on three pillars: Safety, Transparency, and Community. The "Tech Check" is where those pillars are tested. It isn't a formality; it is a rigorous, proprietary process designed to filter out danger. Every year,…
If you want to know what 15 years of growth looks like, look no further than our living room floor. It is currently a sea of bins, tablets, and stationery supplies. The air smells like Congress Coffee (the best perks…
At our bike swap events, the "Tech Check" isn't just a formality—it’s a filter. Every year, approximately 12% of the bicycles brought to us are rejected. Why? Because we see the things the untrained eye misses. We see the hairline…
#CalgaryClimateWeek and every other week, we’re celebrating the power of the pedal! We know that the biggest hurdle for many potential cyclists isn’t the hill—it’s the "what if." What if I get a flat? What if I’m not confident in…