With changing international trade policies, shifting supply chains, and rising retail prices, finding an affordable, reliable bicycle can feel overly complicated. If you're looking to get on two wheels without taking on extra financial strain, buying pre-owned from a local…
Transportation security isn’t just about having safe pathways in Calgary—it’s a global necessity. Whether it's helping a child ride to school in our own city or giving a health worker reliable transit in East Africa, a bicycle is one of…
What a week it’s been for Alberta Bike Swap! From local path safety to international shipping containers, we’ve been hard at work making sure bikes are protected, restored, and placed into the hands of people who need them most. Protecting…
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…