Issues and positions

Cities such as Copenhagen, Amsterdam, New York and Vancouver have different approaches to bicycle infrastructure. Differences in width, signage, colors, materials, and traffic signals change the needs for, and approaches to,...

On March 16, Vélo Québec was invited to the National Assembly’s Committee on Transportation and the Environment to present its recommendations on ...

During a trip to the Netherlands, I wondered what motivated the Dutch rail network to make bicycles available to travellers in the country’s train stations. After all, who doesn’t own a bike in the Netherlands? A planning...

While we were already aware of the many virtues of cycling, over the past two years of the pandemic, the bicycle has emerged as a formidable tool in transforming so many aspects of our environment. With its numerous benefits,...

Seven out of 10 Quebecers would like their municipality’s bike network to be improved and expanded. On the brink of the municipal elections, it is time to talk biking and remind elected officials and municipal employees of...

For all the event organizers, the year 2021 was marked by a certain ambivalence: the happiness of being involved in popular activities, but also the many challenges they faced in seeing their projects through. Health...

Every 5 years since 1995, Vélo Quebec has carried out a major study, Cycling in Québec, a flagship publication of the organization.  The Labrecque-Pronovost duo launched this initiative in the wake of the Québec...

In mid-March, I lined up for 45 minutes to get into my favourite bike shop. Like many Quebecers, I was experiencing the effects of skyrocketing demand. The cycling boom is very real. Moneris reported that bike store...

Having just assumed my new position on February 1, I am very proud and excited to be addressing the large Vélo Québec community. I would like to begin by acknowledging Suzanne Lareau’s outstanding contribution to the...

In February, after working at the organization for 35 years, 20 of which as President and CEO, I will be leaving Vélo Québec. Given the current situation of Vélo Québec, I can say with certainty that we have come a long...