The Kids CAN-BIKE program is a series of cycling safety courses taught by expert instructors who are certified through the Canadian Cycling Association and its provincial affiliates. The Kids CAN-BIKE Camp is one of the courses.
The Kids CAN-BIKE Camp (2006-2010) provided a fully subsidized one-week day camp experience for children ages 9 to 13. Organized by the City of Toronto Bicycle Safety Partnership, a group of community agencies and sponsors, the camp strived to provide under-resourced children the opportunity to experience safe cycling as a form of recreation, transportation and healthy living. The week culminated in a Bike Hike designed to expand their experience of the City.
Each child was given a brand new bike, helmet, lock, water bottle, safety sash and bell to use throughout the week and to take home at the end of camp for their future use and enjoyment.
The Camp has been operating since 2006, with over 480 children taking part.
2010 was a transition year for this camp. Recognizing that long-term funding was not available to reliably carry on this program over many years, the City of Toronto piloted a new delivery model for this award-winning program. Using the well-tested experience for curriculum and staff training, the Kids CAN-BIKE Camp opened its doors for public registration where children would use their own bikes and helmets in the camp. Registration fees would sustain the program.
Children who had received financial assistance to access the program in the past, will now be able to register through the City of Toronto’s Welcome Policy which provides programs free of charge for those qualifying. Canadian Tire’s Jump Start program (a sponsor for the previous camp program) may provide an avenue for parents to directly access a bike and equipment for children needing bikes and helmets for the Kids CAN-BIKE Camp.
The program has been recognized with many awards.
Thank you to our Sponsors
The Kids Can Bike Camp would not be possible without the support of our Sponsors.
The Jimmie Simpson Kids CAN-BIKE Camp agency partnership consists of various agencies that are involved in the Bicycle Safety Partnership.
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