News release: May 27, 2024
Explore Peel on Wheels this Bike Month!
Brampton, ON (May 27, 2024) – Bike Month is an annual event being celebrated from May 27 through June 28 across Peel Region that offers opportunities for residents of all ages and abilities to try riding a bike for the first time, learn new skills, explore Peel, and connect with people in their community through cycling!
Riding a bike is a healthy way to explore Peel and its growing network of bike routes. Peel features 390 kilometers of trails, sidewalks, and cross rides to discover and enjoy. Let your bike take you on an adventure in your neighbourhood and share that joy with the next generation of bike riders!
Bike to School Week 2024
Students in Peel are celebrating the joy and possibilities of riding a bike! Bike to School Week signals the beginning of Bike Month and takes place from May 27 through June 28, with each school deciding which week is best to celebrate. Biking to school is a great way for kids to complete their daily physical activity and build healthy habits, and is also proven to improve school performance and mental health.
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Brett Slawson
Communications Coordinator
Peel Region
About Peel Region
In 2024, Peel Region marks its 50th anniversary. Peel Region works with residents and partners to create a healthy, safe, and connected Community for Life for approximately 1.5 million people and over 200,000 businesses in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon. Peel's services touch the lives of residents every day. For more information explore peelregion.ca and follow us on X @regionofpeel and Instagram @peelregion.ca.
On December 13, 2023, the Ontario government announced that Peel Region will not be dissolved, and that Bill 112 legislation will be updated to reflect service delivery in Peel. Services for residents and businesses will continue without interruption. For updates and more information, visit Peel's transition page.
