Author: cyclingnwt

Yellowknife Heads to Helsinki: A Bright Future for Active Transportation in the North

Cycling NWT proudly celebrates the success of Yellowknife’s selection for the prestigious Healthy Urban Policy Workshop in Helsinki, hosted by 8 80 Cities in partnership with the Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR). Alongside teams from Kingston, Burlington, and Hamilton, Yellowknife was chosen to take part in a five-day immersive workshop this May focused on […]

Exciting News for Athletes in Our Territory!

RBC Training Ground is now open for registration and is set to arrive in Yellowknife this May! This is a fantastic opportunity to discover your potential and elevate your athletic journey. For all the details and to register, visit the RBC Training Ground website at https://rbctrainingground.ca/ and stay tuned for updates from Sport North. This […]

Cycling NWT to Host Its First AGM – May 12

Cycling NWT is thrilled to announce its first-ever Annual General Meeting (AGM), taking place on May 12 at 8:00 PM (NT) via virtual call. This is an exciting step forward for the organization as we continue building momentum for cycling in the Northwest Territories. The AGM is open to anyone interested in joining or supporting […]

Thank You, NWT & Nunavut Lotteries – Supporting Sport & Recreation in the North

Cycling NWT would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to NWT & Nunavut Lotteries for their generous and continued support of sport and recreation throughout the Northwest Territories. Thanks to their funding, we’ve been able to grow the sport of Cycling, supporting everything from grassroots programming to community rides, youth engagement, and coach development. […]

Celebrating International Women’s Day: Honoring Women in Cycling

Today, we join in the celebration of International Women’s Day, a vital occasion that underscores the ongoing struggle for women’s rights. This day highlights crucial issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and the pressing challenges of violence and abuse against women globally. In the spirit of this celebration, we want to recognize the outstanding […]

Pink Shirt Day: Standing Together Against Bullying

Every year, Pink Shirt Day serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of kindness, inclusivity, and respect within our communities. Celebrated on the last Wednesday of February, this day encourages individuals to wear pink as a symbol of their commitment to standing against bullying in all its forms. The origins of Pink Shirt Day […]

RBC Training Ground Coming to Yellowknife This May

Exciting news for athletes in our Territory! RBC Training Ground is set to arrive in Yellowknife this May, offering a fantastic opportunity to discover your potential and elevate your athletic journey. Registration opens on February 25, 2025, so mark your calendars! For all the details, be sure to visit the RBC Training Ground website at https://rbctrainingground.ca/ and […]

Happy Holidays from Cycling NWT!

As the holiday season approaches, we at Cycling NWT want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible community of cyclists, supporters, and volunteers. This year has been filled with memorable rides, inspiring achievements, and the joy of coming together as a team. The spirit of the holidays is a time […]

Empowering Coaches: Sport North’s Coach Development Grant

In the ever-evolving world of sports, continuous learning and development are crucial for coaches who aspire to lead their teams to success. Recognizing this need, Sport North has introduced the Coach Development Grant, a remarkable initiative aimed at supporting coaches in the Northwest Territories (NWT) by providing them with opportunities for professional growth and skill […]