Ursula Acton

I am a retired editor and while I have always owned a bike, I only started commuting and transportation cycling in 2014 when I had an in-house job to cycle to. That position ended, but my interest in getting from A to B on a bike continues and I use my car as little as possible. Cycling is fast, efficient, fun, and the mental and physical health advantages are evident and demonstrable, as are the disadvantages of driving. In the last ten years, I’ve seen clear progress in Saskatoon becoming more cyclist friendly, but we aren’t there yet and I would like to see infrastructure and attitudinal changes so that everyone can feel safe, supported, and empowered to ride.

Arika Block

I am an Engineering Physics student at the University of Saskatchewan. The first year I lived off campus, I began riding my bike in the city as a way to get around somewhat faster than walking, and I immediately fell in love with it. Now, I commute and complete most errands by bike year-round. Biking has helped me see the city – and its potential – in a new light; it’s good for both my physical and mental health, and for the environment; it’s introduced me to so many great people. Riding a bike should be a safe, inviting, and joyous option for everyone, and I want to see infrastructure that will allow that.

Jory Cadman (Chair)

I work in the field of conservation/environmental education in Saskatoon, so sustainable transportation has always been a big part of what I advocate for and try to embody. I spent my early days in a little seat on the back of my dad’s bike. As soon as I learned to ride on my own I was hooked, and have been an avid cyclist ever since. I have done a fair amount of long-distance touring on my dad’s old Bianci road bike and have more recently been involved in mountain biking and cyclocross in the city. Along with Saskatoon, I have lived in Vancouver, Montreal, and a few places abroad, and I’ve found it interesting to discover various cycling infrastructure in different places. My husband and I are intentionally car-free and hope to keep it up as long as possible! I love our little city and want everyone to feel safe, comfortable, and empowered while riding a bike.

William Harris

Bio coming soon!

Rob Larson

I ride for health and financial benefits, and avoiding traffic and the stresses driving brings. I’ve been car free for 5 years. Cycling is the most efficient way to move around a city. Separated infrastructure to all areas of the city, and proper and safe parking at all destinations is required for a major city in this day and age. I’ve volunteered for the bike valet, slow rolls, and bike sales. Meeting people, and seeing the diversity of different bikes people ride for these events is fascinating to me. Being on the board will give me the opportunity to work towards a better cycling experience for citizens of Saskatoon as a means of transportation. I love riding the Meewasin trail system  and am very exited for the improvements that have been made, and are coming. I also enjoy finding trails through neighborhoods that I haven’t been on before. 

Brian Sawatzky

I am a lifelong bike commuter who has lived in Saskatoon for the last seventeen years. I graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with both Agriculture and Education degrees, and have been involved in several green energy and energy saving initiatives in the city. I recently retired from the Confederation Inn and look forward to working on projects that improve Saskatoon and the wider environment, preferably without attending Zoom meetings.

Stephanie Siemens (Treasurer)

Having grown up in small town Saskatchewan, I never considered life without a car, but a year of living in the Netherlands at 19, and deep values of creation care and good stewardship of resources (aka being a bit of a Frugal Franny) have led me to the wonderful world of the bicycle being my primary mode of transportation. I currently work in administration at the University of Saskatchewan and enjoy spending my free time planning meetings for my Girl Guides Unit, reading, dreaming of my next motorcycle camping adventure (unfortunately I’m not completely carbon neutral in my transportation), working on my cobbling skills, and eating a lot of ice cream. I am excited to be part of the stellar crew that is the Saskatoon Cycles Board. I’ve long appreciated the work they do to advocate for cycling infrastructure in our beautiful city and am pleased to participate in this work more actively as a board member. As someone who generally rides solo, it’s also always a treat to share the joys and challenges of life on two wheels with those who get it!