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Ward 32: Beaches-East York

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Welcome to the Ward 32 page!  

Our Goal - To promote cycling in the ward. This is both through community events to assist cyclists and increase the public's exposure to cyclists, but also at the political level to advocate for better cycling infrastructure, making cycling safer both for the well-being of present cyclists, and to encourage more people to cycle.

 

History - We have been active since the very start of the Toronto Cyclists Union in 2008 with Doug Lee and Rob Wallis as the Ward Captains. We soon developed a core group of 5 or 6 people who met once a month in MacCarthy's pub. Since 2010 our numbers have grown significantly, and we have moved our meetings to The Feathers on Kingston Road.

 

People - Your two ward Captains are Robert Wallis and Mary Ann Neary. We are also fortunate that our local councillor is very supportive of cycling, and either attends our meetings or sends a representative. At present we have over 25 cyclists on our email list. Most members of the group are also involved with other cycling groups and some volunteer at TCU activities, attend city-wide TCU meetings, and keep an ear to the ground on political issues that affect Toronto cyclists.

 

What we do - Our group meets once a month usually in The Feathers (Kingston Road), to bounce ideas to meet the needs/wants of cyclists in our ward. We run events at the East Lynn Farmer's Market, the Ward 32 Environment Day, the Ward 32 Green Fair, facilitate a Bike Valet at the Beaches Jazz and Blues festivals, and others.  Future events may include a biking treasure hunt, a biking ‘ward tour’, CAN-BIKE courses and school events. We are also working with our local councillor to implement our 'wish-list' of realistic cycling infrastructure (see 'Ward 32 Cycling Infrastructure: Proposed Improvement Plan' below).

 

Ward 32 Cycling Infrastructure: Proposed Improvement Plan - Key issues in this ward are;

1. Dixon to Lockwood contra-flow bike lane

2. Signed bike route Edgewood to Eastwood to Bowmore

3. Lee Avenue curb cut

4. Bike lane on Kippendavie (contra-flow) and Elmer

5. Signed bike route on Sarah Ashbridge and Lockwood Avenue

6. Bike lane on Gerrard East from Main to Victoria Park

If you don't agree with these, or you would like to help with their implementation, then get involved!

If you are interested in helping advocate for cycling at any level in our ward, have any ideas for events, or just want to meet up with other cyclists within the ward socially, please also email ward32@bikeunion.to .  

 

Ward News

Get to know Ward 32 by Bike: A Bike Month Event
ward32 on Mar 14, 2013
22 June, 2013 - 13:00 - 15:00

32 Spokes in invites you to:

Get to know Ward 32 by Bike!

Ward 32 has much to offer cyclists. Please join us for a family friendly, leisurely cycle around our Ward with cycling neighbours, who can give advice on:

  • Good routes that are on low-traffic streets
  • Easier routes, for example that are less steep
  • Interesting facts about local landmarks
  • Learning about parts of your neighbourhood you may not have visited yet
  • Tips on making your cycling comfortable and safe
  • Information on what's happening in cycling, in Ward 32

Everyone welcome - just bring your bike!

Meet at the North Corner of Woodbine Park at Queen Street East and Eastern Avenue. Ride will begin and end here.

 

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32 Spokes Monthly Meeting
ward32 on Mar 5, 2013
14 March, 2013 - 19:00 - 21:00

Join us on Thursday 14th March at 7pm in the Feathers pub (Kingston Road between Main and Vic Park, North side) to discuss local cycling issues and chat with like-minded cycling friends.

This month we'll be discussing our upcoming bike rodeo at Bowmore school, and potential connections with events at Glen Ames and Kimberley schools.

We'll also get an update on Cycle Toronto's Ward Advocacy Meeting held on 5th March, and next steps with regards contra-flow bike lanes across our Ward to make some much needed cycling infrastructure connections.

Hope to see you there!

32 Spokes meets regularly in The Feathers pub, Kingston Road.  At the moment this is on the first Thursday of the month (apart from March...  which the more astutue among you will notice is the second Thursday...)

Rob $ 32Spokes

 

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32 Spokes Events in 2012
ward32 on Jun 1, 2012
  • 32 Spokes monthly meetings: Third Tuesday of every month, The Feathers Pub, Kingston Road, 7:00 – 9:00p.m. 
  • 32 Spokes at Environment Day: Thursday 7 May 2012, 4:00 – 8:00p.m.
  • Bells on Danforth: Saturday June 2, 1:00 p.m.
  • 32 Spokes at the Farmer's Market: First Thursday of every month from 7 June, 
5 July, 2 August, 
6 September, 
4 October 3:00 – 7:00p.m.
  • Danforth Bike Lane: Sunday June 3 and Sunday June 10, 1:00 p.m.
  • The Beaches Heritage Ride:  Saturday, June 16, 13:00 - 14:30 p.m.
  • Ride the Ravines: Sunday June 17, 9:00 a.m.

 

32 Spokes monthly meetings:

Third Tuesday of every month, The Feathers Pub, Kingston Road, 7:00 – 9:00p.m.

32 Spokes at Environment Day: Thursday 7 May 2012, 4:00 – 8:00p.m.

Come down to Ted Reeve Arena and let us know what cycling infrastructure you'd like to see in Ward 32. Find out about other events happening in the ward and get involved in our group '32 Spokes'. Say hello to some other members of Ward 32 TCU who will be there to promote cycling in the ward. 

Bells on Danforth: Saturday June 2, 1:00 p.m.

The biggest ride of the year is just a day away! The inaugural Bells on Danforth family-friendly group ride will be leaving East Lynn Park and heading toward Queen's Park for the Cycle and Sole rally for safer infrastructure for both cyclists and pedestrians. Join Ward 29 Bikes, 32 Spokes, SoDa Bikes, and DECA Bikes for this fun event. More details are available on the Bells on Danforth website. Contact us if you'd like to help on the day of the ride.

32 Spokes at the Farmer's Market: First Thursday of every month from 7 June, 
5 July, 2 August, 
6 September, 
4 October 3:00 – 7:00p.m.

We'll be at East Lynn farmer's market (South side of Danforth Avenue just West of Woodbine), giving out bike maps, bike advocacy, and simple repairs and advice. Stop by and say hello, and get your locally grown produce while you're at it! 

Danforth Bike Lane: Sunday June 3 and Sunday June 10, 1:00 p.m.

As part of the Art of the Danforth festival, artist Denise Ing is inviting cyclists to "leave their mark" on Danforth. Pick up a bottle of chalk and ride along Danforth while it automatically trails out a bike lane behind you. You can mark your lane on your own anytime during the festival or take part in a group ride at 1:00 p.m. on each of the next two Sundays: June 3 or June 10. Check the project's website for more information.

The Beaches Heritage Ride:  Saturday, June 16, 13:00 - 14:30 p.m.

Much of the area now known as the Beaches was annexed by the City of Toronto between 1887 and 1905. Despite this longstanding incorporation, the Beaches remains a distinctive enclave, whose residents exude a stronger sense of community than is seen in most City neighbourhoods. In terms of architecture, atmosphere, and attitude, the Beaches resembles a small lakeside resort town.

On June 16, meet at 1:00 PM in front of Ashbridge Estate to explore the Beaches by bike including the neighbourhoods and historic sites of Woodbine Beach, Kew Beach and Balmy Beach with local historian Gene Domagala. This Heritage Ride ends at the historic R.C. Harris water treatment plant with view of the Toronto skyline and the Scarborough Bluffs.

The Heritage Ride bike tour will be approximate 1.5 to 2 hours in length.

Ride the Ravines: Sunday June 17, 9:00 a.m.

Evergreen and Cycle Toronto are hosting the new Ride the Ravines charity group ride this year. Ride a 25 km circle route on the Taylor Creek Park, Waterfront, and Lower Don trails. All money raised goes to Bike Works, a community bike space at the Brick Works.

 

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32 Spokes at the Farmer's Market
ward32 on Jun 1, 2012
7 June, 2012 - 15:00 - 19:00

Repeats on the first Thursday of each month until Thurs Oct 04 2012

7 June, 2012 - 15:00 - 19:00
5 July, 2012 - 15:00 - 19:00
2 August, 2012 - 15:00 - 19:00
6 September, 2012 - 15:00 - 19:00
4 October, 2012 - 15:00 - 19:00

We'll be at East Lynn farmer's market (South side of Danforth Avenue just West of Woodbine), giving out bike maps, bike advocacy, and simple repairs and advice.

Stop by and say hello, and get your locally grown produce while you're at it!

Thursday, 7th June from 3pm until 7pm, and then the first Thursday of every month (and maybe more!)

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Ward 32 Green Fair
ward32 on Oct 13, 2011

WHAT:

GREENING WARD 32’S GREEN FAIR

WHEN:

Saturday, October 29, 1-4pm

WHERE:

72 Main St,

(Calvary Baptist Church), Toronto

 

We'll be at the Ward 32 Green Fair at the, giving out bike maps, giving advice and helping with simple bike repairs and sizing.

Stop by to say hello and see what we're up to, and let us know what you'd like to see and do for cyclists in our Ward.

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32 Spokes at the farmer's market
ward32 on Jul 13, 2011

We'll be at East Lynn farmer's market (South side of Danforth Avenue just West of Woodbine), giving out bike maps, bike advocacy, and simple repairs and advice.

Stop by and say hello, and get your locally grown produce while you're at it!

Thursday, 14th July from 3pm until 7pm.

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TCU Bike Valet @ the Beaches International Jazz Festival on the weekends (July 15 - July 17, July 23 - July 24)
twfletcher on Jul 8, 2011

2011-07-22 Update: There will be no bike valet on Friday, July 22nd at Kew Gardens. Bike valet on July 23 and 24th operates during The Kew Gardens performances from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

For the first time, the Beaches International Jazz Festival (BIJF) has valet parking!

The festival runs July 15th - July 24th. If you have been to the festival before, you know parking gets tight. However, cyclists need not worry. For the first time the festival will have a Bike Valet, running during both festival weekends, coordinated by the Ward 32 Toronto Cyclist Union group "32 Spokes".

The bicycle valet will operate similar to a coat check, you give us your bike and we'll give you a ticket. Only TCU volunteers will be allowed in the enclosed valet area. Cyclists can drop off their bikes with us July 15th - 17th at Woodbine Park and July 23rd - 24th at KEW Gardens. Bicycles must be picked up by the end of each festival day, within 15 minutes of the last concert ending and require that you have the ticket for your bike.

Come on out and enjoy the Beaches Jazz festival on the weekends, let us worry about your bike, and dance if you want to.

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Ward 32 Community Environment Day
ward32 on May 6, 2011

Council McMahon is hosting the Ward 32 environment day on May 26th, from 4pm - 8pm.

Come down to Ted Reeve Arena and let us know what cycling infrastructure you'd like to see in Ward 32. Find out about other events happening in the ward and get involved in our group '32 Spokes'. Say hello to some other members of Ward 32 TCU who will be there to promote cycling in the ward. 

We're hoping to get a TTC bus rack to demo, some bike maintenance happening, and perhaps a bixi bike!

While you're there you can properly dispose of any batteries or other hazardous waste, pick up free compost, drop off any unneeded or broken electronics for donation or safe disposal, and NEW THIS YEAR Dispose of cooking oil too! Whooppee!!!.

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Community Environment Day, June 5th from 10 am - 2 pm
twfletcher on Jun 4, 2010

Come down to Woodbine Beach and tell Councilor Sandra Bussin you want more safe cycling infrastructure in the ward. Say hello to some other members of Ward 32 TCU who will be there to promote cycling in the ward. Council Bussin is hosting the Ward 32 environment day tomorrow, June 5th, from 10 am - 2 While you're there you can properly dispose of any batteries or other hazardous waste, trade up to 5 standard light bulbs for CFLs for free, pick up free compost, and drop off any unneeded or broken electronics for donation or safe disposal. For more info see the Toronto Environment Days flyer: http://www.toronto.ca/environment_days/pdf/community_environment_days-fl...

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