Montréal, Wednesday, April 15, 2026 - Vélo Québec today announced the winners of the 17th round of certification for the Vélosympathique movement. This edition highlights the commitment of 2 communities, 14 organizations and 2 campuses, which stand out for their concrete actions in favor of cycling as a mode of transportation and leisure accessible to all.
Since the program's inception in 2015, 42 communities, 89 organizations and 31 campuses are now actively contributing to the development of a genuine cycling culture in Quebec.
«Vélo Québec is proud to support communities that are making a concrete commitment to the development of a cycling culture, and to recognize the efforts of those who are implementing structuring initiatives,» says Magali Bebronne, Program Director at Vélo Québec.
A structuring program for sustainable mobility
The Vélosympathique movement highlights and supports communities that are taking concrete action to make cycling a genuine transportation and leisure option.
Applications are reviewed by an independent committee, which awards one of five levels of certification (bronze to diamond) or an honorable mention. Each organization also receives recommendations on how to continue its efforts.
Recognized communities, organizations and campuses
Organizations
The borough of Saint-Laurent stands out with five certified buildings!
Platinum certification
- Quinzhee Architecture
Gold certification
- PCI Industrial Automation
- Eco-Counter
- CAE Inc.
Silver certification
- Borough of Saint-Laurent - Bibliothèque du Boisé
- Borough of Saint-Laurent - City Hall
- CycloChrome
Bronze certification
- Borough of Saint-Laurent - Municipal workshops
- Borough of Saint-Laurent - Centre des loisirs
- Borough of Saint-Laurent - Old Saint-Laurent Library
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police - C Division
- Palais des congrès de Montréal
- Alstom St-Bruno
- Sustainable Mobility Agency
Local authorities
With a population of 2,300, Eastman becomes the smallest municipality to be certified!
Silver certification
- City of Bromont
Bronze certification
- City of Eastman
Campus
Both were first-time applicants!
Honorable Mention
- Cégep de Rimouski
- Institut maritime du Québec
Steady, inspiring progress
This round of certification is distinguished by significant advances. Quinzhee Architecture achieves platinum status, the highest level currently awarded, after being certified gold in 2022.
For its part, PCI Automatisation Industrielle perfectly illustrates the program's spirit of continuous improvement, moving from honorable mention in 2020 to gold-level certification in 2025.
Of the 18 applications analyzed in this round, 14 were renewals, testifying to the lasting commitment of communities to improving their active mobility practices.
Concrete benefits for the community
Engaging in the Vélosympathique movement promotes :
- better employee health and productivity
- reduced absenteeism and lateness
- savings on parking space and costs
- a tangible contribution to reducing GHG emissions
By committing to this approach, organizations affirm their role in the transition to more sustainable modes of transport.
Next certification round
It will be possible to apply for the next round of certification in winter 2026-2027. Communities wishing to get involved in the movement are invited to visit the www.velosympathique.com for more information.
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About the velosympathetic movement
The Vélosympathique movement encourages communities and organizations to make cycling a real transportation and leisure option for all. Through its personalized academy support and rigorous certification process, it offers tools and a support service to communities and organizations working to promote cycling.
Joining the Vélosympathique movement allows us to make a difference in our communities and organizations, and to inspire those around us to commit to collective and sustainable well-being.
Launched by Vélo Québec in 2015, the Vélosympathique movement is inspired by the Bicycle Friendly America program, created in 1980 by The League of American Bicyclists, and implemented in Ontario by Share the Road Cycling Coalition in 2010.
About Vélo Québec
Since 1967, Vélo Québec's mission has been to develop cycling culture for everyone, everywhere in Quebec.
www.velo.qc.ca
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