Saskatoon Cycles March 2026 Newsletter
Bike Valet 2026 – Job Opportunity!
Have you ever wanted to hang out with bikes and nice people and get paid for it? We might have a solution for you!
We are looking for an energetic and personable Site Supervisor to operate the Bike Valet between May and September 2026 at many Saskatoon festivals and events. This is a part-time/casual contract position, requiring availability for a variety of hours and days (including weekends), depending on the venue.
The Bike Valet is a treasured community-building program, and you could be exactly the right person to make sure it is run with professionalism, friendliness, and fun.
Please review the complete job description here and see if the Bike Valet is the right fit for you!
Please apply by April 5th, 2026.
Full job description for Bike Valet 2026 – Site Supervisor
Bike Valet 2026 – Volunteer Links Open!
We’re always scouting for enthusiastic and fun people to help out with the Bike Valet operations.
Each two-hour volunteer shift invites you to be part of a program that makes cycling in Saskatoon easier and more secure. You get to spend quality time in the fresh air, meet other volunteers and patrons, and take home a groovy blue shirt.
The 2026 Bike Valet Event Schedule is already live, so you can start picking out your shifts today!
We’d love to have you join us in this Saskatoon mainstay.
BIKE VALET VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE HERE
BCBC’s Women and Queer “Keep Rolling”
On April 13 and 27, 2026, we’ll be working with the Bridge City Bicycle Co-operative to bring our “Keep Rolling” bike instruction to their Women & Queer programming. These “learn to ride” or “learn to ride more safely” sessions are open to anyone who identifies as a woman or queer.
As stated on the BCBC’s social media post, “This is a super chill, no-pressure space to learn (or re-learn) the basics. We’re talking balance, pedalling, signalling, road rules, and actually feeling comfortable on a bike.”
There is limited space to the sessions, so be sure to register to reserve your spot.
No bike? No problem. BCBC can lend you one, or help you build one to keep.
Spring BYXE Week 2026 – Save the dates!
Start marking your calendars! The return of BYXE Week is not too far away, and you’ll want to be available for some annual cycling fun!
From Saturday, May 9th to Sunday May 17th, 2026, Saskatoon will be celebrating cycling across the city with engaging activities, contests, and prizes for all ages.
With the help of our City of Saskatoon partners, we’ll be offering another Bike to Work Day (May 14), the venerable Scavenger Hunt (all week), the FOURTH Annual Great Saskatoon Bike Passport Adventure (all week), slow rolls, and much more.
Stay tuned to our website and social media platforms for updates and more information.
Upcoming Slow Rolls
If you’re ever looking for an excuse to get out on your bike, Saskatoon Cycles organizes a number of Slow Rolls every year.
These casual rides are an opportunity for people of all ages and cycling ability to get together and ride for an hour or so at a very relaxed pace. We try to avoid overly challenging elevation or navigation on the routes, no one gets left behind, and there are no winners or prizes. Sometimes we’ll hand out some treats or baking, but they’re not distributed based on performance, just presence.
Our next ride is the “Cupcake Slow Roll” on Saturday, March 28, 2026. We’ll have cupcakes after the route, with a simple decoration station so you can customize your own treat!
We’ll muster at the Gather Local Market (Ave. A South and 19th St. West, east doors) and start the ride at 2PM.
For more upcoming Slow Rolls, please visit our schedule here.
Pedal Express Challenge 2026
This trophy doesn’t exist (yet), but after last year’s hair-raising, nail-biting, and downright gut-wrenching contest to see who would deliver the most Pedal Express packages in 2025, the question has been asked: “Does the honourable victor not deserve more than a simple free lunch?”
The Saskatoon Cycles Pedal Express Committee is considering the addition of a trophy as part of the recognition to the volunteer couriers who fuel the program, and have reached out for feedback.
Last year’s winner, Jason Hanson, commented recently that the idea was “absolutely ridiculous” and “one year too late.” Tyler Rittinger, fan favourite and runner-up in 2025, was more open to the concept. “Anything that incentivizes more cyclists to get involved is surely a positive thing, right?” he said, adding, “I’m certainly up for the challenge!”
Other couriers, including current leader and delivery firebrand Jory Cadman, could not be reached for comment before publishing deadlines.
The current standings for 2026 are:
- Jory C. – 9
- Tyler R. – 4
- Jason H. – 3
Stay tuned for Challenge updates in the Saskatoon Cycles monthly newsletters. If you’re interested in becoming a Pedal Express courier or business, please visit the Pedal Express page here.
Donate
Your donations give us the resources to press toward a Saskatoon where cycling is a viable, year-round mode of transportation that is safe, convenient, and comfortable for all ages.
We want families to be able to simply hop on their bikes to go grab an ice cream and enjoy the beauty of Saskatoon. For you or your partner to pick up groceries or a library book. And we really want you to be able to commute to work and back safely and conveniently.
Your donation helps us work on these three ‘pillars’ of cycling development for Saskatoon:
- Infrastructure – A safe, convenient, comfortable, and well-maintained cycling network throughout the city that allows cyclists to go from every neighbourhood to key destinations.
- Ridership – Educate, encourage, and promote cycling so more people choose bicycles as a convenient and safe transportation option year round.
- Culture – Educate, encourage, and promote diversity in ridership with respectful inclusion of all modes of transportation.