Monthly Archives: May 2010

David Suzuki endorses Car Free Day

We’re excited to share the following endorsement for our festival from noted local scientist and environmental activitist, David Suzuki: Cities are for people.  We have been designing our cities for efficiency for cars and commerce but forgot people.  Walking, biking, … Continue reading

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Velopalooza

In case you haven’t heard yet, VELOPALOOZA will take back the streets of our fine city from June 4 to June 13, 2010. Velopalooza is 10 days of bikey fun. With 34 events, most organized by individuals, bikers of all … Continue reading

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Sydney moves closer to a car-free George Street

Some car-free news from the other side of the globe… Sydney City Council appears to have won state government support for banning motorists from parts of Sydney’s CBD. Lord Mayor Clover Moore’s long-held plan to make central Sydney more pedestrian-friendly … Continue reading

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Volunteers needed for West End Car Free Day

Car Free Day is 100% volunteer run! We need you to make it happen! We need people to do 2-hour shifts on Sunday, June 20, 2010, between 10am and 8pm on Denman Street. We’re looking for people to fill the … Continue reading

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MAIN ST. Car Free Festival FUNDRAISER – Musical guests announced!

Thursday May 20, 2010 8pm Little Mountain Gallery 195 East 26th Ave. www.littlemountaingallery.com By Donation Featuring music by: Alexandre Klinke www.myspace.com/alexandreklinke & Atma & T Train www.ttrain.ca Enter the raffle to win a $250 certificate towards a refurbished bicycle at … Continue reading

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