Join NIC for GoByBike week Oct. 16 to 29

Join NIC for GobyBikeBC Week.

Whether you are new to the biking scene or a seasoned veteran, GoByBikeBC Week is open to everyone. Relieve some stress and experience a healthy, exciting way of getting to work or school. Do not worry, smaller wheels like scooters and rollerblades count too!

Each NIC campus has a team this year! Join us and track your rides. You will be entered in draws for prizes and swag of all kinds. Teams are open to anyone who wants to join: employees, students, partners, friends. All are welcome!

Celebration Stations

NIC will be hosting community celebration stations for GoByBike Week. Stop by and say hi!

How to join an NIC Team

Step 1: Create an account/log in

Go to https://gobybikebc.ca/ and either log in (returning users) or create an account.

Step 2: Join a Team

Click on Team at the top of the page. Search by Organization: North Island College and pick your local campus team to join: 

  • Port Alberni: NIC PApeddlers
  • Campbell River: NICcycles CR
  • Comox Valley: NIC ontheMove
  • Mixalakwila: MX it UP!

You can also connect with each campus lead directly to connect with other team members to plan to cycle/walk/transit together throughout the week. 

Step 3: Log your ride

Each day, go to the site and log your ride (or walk) and be entered for the chance to win prizes. 

Step 4: Share your ride

Share your ride on social media with the hashtags: #gobybike #NorthIslandCollege #gobybikecr.

New to cycling, or have questions?

Visit GoByBikeBC for safety tips and other resources. The BC Cycling Coalition has tips on cycling skills and safe practices and tips on what to wear. For Comox Valley riders, the Comox Valley Cycling Coalition has interactive cycling maps and other resources.