New Riders Orientation
Orientation Details:
Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST
Location: Online (Zoom)
Click on the zoom link below to access the orientation session.
Toronto YMCA Spin Class
Register for this class: Click Here
Note: Free for registered riders. No YMCA membership required
Join the #F4LBR Training and Support team for a 60 minute, indoor spin class on Sundays at 11:30am and Thursday at 7:00pm starting in November.
Thanks to the hard work of our Training and Support Team, we’re able to announce that indoor training sessions are back this year!
Thursday & Sunday classes are hosted by the Central YMCA (20 Grosvenor St)
When you arrive at the YMCA, head down the stairs to the left and check-in with the Bike Rally volunteer.
NEW: You may be asked for ID at the desk. A photo of your ID on your phone will suffice.
If you have any questions about this class or about training for the Rally, reach out to our amazing training and support volunteers at training@bikerally.org.
Notes:
Spaces are limited for each class. Please reserve your spot on our Eventbrite page.
In the event that you are unable to attend a class, please cancel your reservation on Eventbrite use the View and manage my order link in your confirmation email and cancel your order online
If you have any trouble cancelling online, please click here to email the organizer.
Toronto Parliament Spin Class
Register for this class: Click Here
Note: Free for registered riders. No Parliament Street Fitness membership required
Join the #F4LBR Training and Support team for a 60 minute, indoor spin class on Saturdays at 1:00pm, Sundays at 11:30am and Thursday at 7:00pm starting in November.
Thanks to the hard work of our Training and Support Team, we’re able to announce that indoor training sessions are back this year!
Saturday class is hosted by Parliament Street Fitness
When you arrive, check in with the front desk
If you have any questions about this class or about training for the Rally, reach out to our amazing training and support volunteers at training@bikerally.org.
Notes:
Spaces are limited for each class. Please reserve your spot on our Eventbrite page.
In the event that you are unable to attend a class, please cancel your reservation on Eventbrite:
(use the View and manage your order online link in your confirmation email).
There is quite often a waitlist for these classes and updating your reservation will make sure one of your Friends for Life will be able to come instead.
If you have any trouble cancelling online, please click here to email the organizer.
Toronto YMCA Spin Class
Register for this class: Click Here
Note: Free for registered riders. No YMCA membership required
Join the #F4LBR Training and Support team for a 60 minute, indoor spin class on Saturdays at 1:00pm, Sundays at 11:30am and Thursday at 7:00pm starting in November.
Thanks to the hard work of our Training and Support Team, we’re able to announce that indoor training sessions are back this year!
Thursday & Sunday classes are hosted by the Central YMCA (20 Grosvenor St)
When you arrive at the YMCA, head down the stairs to the left and check-in with the Bike Rally volunteer.
NEW: You may be asked for ID at the desk. A photo of your ID on your phone will suffice.
If you have any questions about this class or about training for the Rally, reach out to our amazing training and support volunteers at training@bikerally.org.
Notes:
Spaces are limited for each class. Please reserve your spot on our Eventbrite page.
In the event that you are unable to attend a class, please cancel your reservation on Eventbrite use the View and manage my order link in your confirmation email and cancel your order online
There is quite often a waitlist for these classes and updating your reservation will make sure one of your Friends for Life will be able to come instead.
If you have any trouble cancelling online, please click here to email the organizer.
Toronto Parliament Spin Class
Register for this class: Click Here
Note: Free for registered riders. No Parliament Street Fitness membership required
Join the #F4LBR Training and Support team for a 60 minute, indoor spin class on Saturdays at 1:00pm, Sundays at 11:30am and Thursday at 7:00pm starting in November.
Thanks to the hard work of our Training and Support Team, we’re able to announce that indoor training sessions are back this year!
Saturday class is hosted by Parliament Street Fitness
When you arrive, check in with the front desk
If you have any questions about this class or about training for the Rally, reach out to our amazing training and support volunteers at training@bikerally.org.
Notes:
Spaces are limited for each class. Please reserve your spot on our Eventbrite page.
In the event that you are unable to attend a class, please cancel your reservation on Eventbrite:
(use the View and manage your order online link in your confirmation email).
There is quite often a waitlist for these classes and updating your reservation will make sure one of your Friends for Life will be able to come instead.
If you have any trouble cancelling online, please click here to email the organizer.
New Riders Orientation - AIDS/LifeCycle Special Event
Orientation Details:
Information for AIDS/LifeCycle Participants!
Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM PST (9:00 PM - 10:00 PM EST)
Location: Online (Zoom)
Click on the zoom link below to access the orientation session.
Chosen Chain Cycle Club
This fall, Chosen Chain rides weekly on Saturdays.
Details:
Our final ride of the year!
📅Saturday, October 25 at 10:00AM
📍Meet at Exhibition Gates, 11 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3
⌚Ride from 10:00AM - 12:30PM
🍻To be decided!
What to expect: A two hour long guided ride with a no drop policy! We’ll cycle together primarily on bike paths and rec. trails at an easy pace enjoying each other’s company with some tunes to set the vibe.
Questions? Check out our FAQ page or feel free to reach out to Peter Harte at pharte@pwatoronto.org
Follow us on Instagram for updates, cute pics, and the location of upcoming rides.
Biketober Open House
Learn about the Toronto PWA Foundation, how to become a Team Captain, tour our Community Health Hub, and socialize with fellow Riders and Crew
This evening is dedicated to learning more about the Bike Rally and the Toronto PWA Foundation, while celebrating the meaningful impact your contributions will have on our community.
📅 Date: Thursday, October 23rd
⏰ Time: Programme from 6:00-7:30pm, social from 7:30-9:00pm
📍 Venue: 163 Queen Street East, 1st Floor
What time should I arrive?
5:50PM (Starting Promptly at 6:00PM!)
NEW PARTICIPANTS
RETURNING RIDERS INTERESTED IN BECOMING TEAM CAPTAINS
6:30PM
ALL OTHER RETURNING PARTICIPANTS
PROGRAMME DETAILS:
6:00-6:30PM
Bike Rally 101 + New Participant Q&A (4th Floor)
Captain's Corner: Info/Q&A for Prospective Team Captains (2nd Floor)
6:30-7:00PM
PWA's Mission / Community Speakers (1st Floor). For New and Returning
7:00-730PM
Tour of PWA's Community Hub (Start on 1st Floor). For New and Returning
7:30-9:00PM
BikeTober Social (1st Floor). Wine, Beer, Soft Drinks, Snacks Provided
Come for one or two sessions, or just for the social. It's up to you!
Your participation drives real impact. Together, we’re expanding the reach of the Bike Rally, fueling critical support for people living with HIV/AIDS, and building a stronger community. Thank you for being part of this movement—we’re excited to celebrate all that we're going to achieve together!
Chosen Chain Cycle Club
This fall, Chosen Chain rides weekly on Saturdays.
Details:
📅Saturday, October 18
📍Meet at Exhibition Gates, 100 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3
⌚Ride from 10:00AM - 12:30PM
🍻To be decided!
What to expect: A two hour long guided ride with a no drop policy! We’ll cycle together primarily on bike paths and rec. trails at an easy pace enjoying each other’s company with some tunes to set the vibe.
Questions? Check out our FAQ page or feel free to reach out to Peter Harte at pharte@pwatoronto.org
Follow us on Instagram for updates, cute pics, and the location of upcoming rides.
Chosen Chain Cycle Club
This fall, Chosen Chain rides weekly on Saturdays.
Details:
📅Saturday, October 11
📍Meet at 9:45AM at Princes’ Gates Exhibition Place, 11 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3
⌚Ride from 10:00AM - 12:30PM
🍻To be decided!
What to expect: A two hour long guided ride with a no drop policy! We’ll cycle together primarily on bike paths and rec. trails at an easy pace enjoying each other’s company with some tunes to set the vibe.
Questions? Check out our FAQ page or feel free to reach out to Peter Harte at pharte@pwatoronto.org
Follow us on Instagram for updates, cute pics, and the location of upcoming rides.
Chosen Chain Cycle Club
Weekly Rides on Tuesdays or Thursdays.
Bring your friends and join the Chosen Chain Cycle Club!
Details:
📅Tuesday, September 23
📍Meet at 6:15PM at Corktown Common, 155 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M5A 0M4
⌚Ride from 6:30PM - 7:30PM
🍻TBD
What to expect: A hour-long guided ride with a no drop policy! We’ll cycle together primarily on bike paths and rec. trails at an easy pace enjoying each other’s company with some tunes to set the vibe.
Questions? Check out our FAQ page or feel free to reach out to Peter Harte at pharte@pwatoronto.org
Follow us on Instagram for updates, cute pics, and the location of upcoming rides.
Chosen Chain Cycle Club
Weekly Rides on Tuesdays or Thursdays.
Bring your friends and join the Chosen Chain Cycle Club!
Details:
📅Thursday, September 18
📍Meet at 6:15PM at Corktown Common, 155 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M5A 0M4
⌚Ride from 6:30PM - 7:30PM
🍻Let’s decide together!
What to expect: A hour-long guided ride with a no drop policy! We’ll cycle together primarily on bike paths and rec. trails at an easy pace enjoying each other’s company with some tunes to set the vibe.
Questions? Check out our FAQ page or feel free to reach out to Peter Harte at pharte@pwatoronto.org
Follow us on Instagram for updates, cute pics, and the location of upcoming rides.
Chosen Chain Cycle Club
Weekly Rides on Tuesdays or Thursdays.
Bring your friends and join the Chosen Chain Cycle Club!
Details:
📅Tuesday, September 9
📍Meet at 6:15PM at TBD
⌚Ride from 6:30PM - 7:30PM
🍻TBD
What to expect: A hour-long guided ride with a no drop policy! We’ll cycle together primarily on bike paths and rec. trails at an easy pace enjoying each other’s company with some tunes to set the vibe.
Questions? Check out our FAQ page or feel free to reach out to Peter Harte at pharte@pwatoronto.org
Follow us on Instagram for updates, cute pics, and the location of upcoming rides.
Bike Rally Reunion Fiesta 2025
Bike Rally Reunion Fiesta! 🚴♂️🎉
We’re having our Reunion Party on Sunday, September 7th, from 2-5pm at Chula Taberna Mexicana.
Expect awesome tunes, tasty bites, and epic stories from our ride. Let’s roll back into great memories together! 🥳🚀
Bring a friend or two and heal your Bike Rally blues with a fiesta.
Save the date and don't miss it!
Chosen Chain Cycle Club
Weekly Rides on Tuesdays or Thursdays.
Bring your friends and join the Chosen Chain Cycle Club!
Details:
📅Thursday, September 4
📍Meet at 6:15PM at Riverdale Park West, 375 Sumach St, Toronto, ON M4X 1B8
⌚Ride from 6:30PM - 7:30PM
🍻Java House, 537 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2B6
What to expect: A hour-long guided ride with a no drop policy! We’ll cycle together primarily on bike paths and rec. trails at an easy pace enjoying each other’s company with some tunes to set the vibe.
Questions? Check out our FAQ page or feel free to reach out to Peter Harte at pharte@pwatoronto.org
Follow us on Instagram for updates, cute pics, and the location of upcoming rides.
Chosen Chain Cycle Club
Weekly Rides on Tuesdays or Thursdays.
Bring your friends and join the Chosen Chain Cycle Club!
Details:
📅Tuesday, August 26
📍Meet at 6:15PM at Exhibition Gates, 11 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3
⌚Ride from 6:30PM - 7:30PM
🍻Sunnyside Pavilion Cafe, 1755 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON M6S 5A3
What to expect: A hour-long guided ride with a no drop policy! We’ll cycle together primarily on bike paths and rec. trails at an easy pace enjoying each other’s company with some tunes to set the vibe.
Questions? Check out our FAQ page or feel free to reach out to Peter Harte at pharte@pwatoronto.org
Follow us on Instagram for updates, cute pics, and the location of upcoming rides.
Chosen Chain Cycle Club
Bring your friends and join the Chosen Chain Cycle Club!
Details:
📅 Thursday, August 21
📍Meet at 6:15PM at Corktown Common - 155 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M5A 0M4
⌚Ride from 6:30PM - 7:30PM
🍻Woodbine Beach Boardwalk Cafe, 1681 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto, ON M4L 3W6
What to expect: A hour-long guided ride with a no drop policy! We’ll cycle together primarily on bike paths and rec. trails at an easy pace enjoying each other’s company with some tunes to set the vibe.
Questions? Check out our FAQ page or feel free to reach out to Peter Harte at pharte@pwatoronto.org
Follow us on Instagram for updates, cute pics, and the location of upcoming rides.
Day 6: Lancaster to Montreal
Day 6: Lancaster to Montreal
Departure: Lancaster, Ontario
Destination: Montreal, Quebec
Distance: 104 Km
Click HERE for cue-sheets for the entire ride
Click ‘View full version’ below for the Ride with GPS route.
Day 1: Toronto to Port Hope
Day 1: Toronto to Port Hope
Sunday August 3, 2025 8am-4pm
Departure Ceremony: Corktown Common Park, Toronto
7:00am: Participants Arrive. Group Photos, etc.
8:00am: Speeches
8:30am: Riders Depart!
Destination: Port Hope, Ontario
Distance: 115 Km
Click HERE for cue-sheets for the entire ride
Click HERE for the social events for Day 1
Click ‘View full version’ below for the Ride with GPS route
Packing Day
Packing Day
Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Location: Monsignor Fraser College – Isabella Campus
Address: 146 Isabella St. Toronto
Check out your handbook for more info:
Chosen Chain Cycle Club
Weekly Rides on Tuesdays or Thursdays.
Bring your friends and join the Chosen Chain Cycle Club!
Details:
Location TBD
📅 Tuesday, July 29
📍Meet at 6:15PM at Princes’ Gates, Exhibition Place - 11 Princes' Blvd
⌚Ride from 6:30PM - 7:30PM
🍻Sunnyside Pavilion Cafe, 1755 Lake Shore Blvd W
What to expect: A hour-long guided ride with a no drop policy! We’ll cycle together primarily on bike paths and rec. trails at an easy pace enjoying each other’s company with some tunes to set the vibe.
Questions? Check out our FAQ page or feel free to reach out to Peter Harte at pharte@pwatoronto.org
Follow us on Instagram for updates, cute pics, and the location of upcoming rides.
Team Ride
Team Ride
Your team ride will be scheduled and routed by your team captains. They will contact team members with details soon.
Date: Sunday July 27, 2025 9:00am to 1:00pm
Location: TBD
Address:
Training Ride: 407 - Keswick
Departure: Highway 407 subway station — meet at the passenger pick-up exit (see image below).
Start time: 8:00 AM. Please show up 15 minutes early for sign-in, announcements and warm-up.
Distance: 130 km
Click here to view the Ride With GPS Route
Click here to download the Map & Cue sheet
If you have any questions regarding this training ride, please contact training@bikerally.org.
Chosen Chain Cycle Club
Weekly Rides on Tuesdays or Thursdays.
Bring your friends and join the Chosen Chain Cycle Club!
Details:
📅 Thursday, July 24
📍Meet at 6:15PM at Corktown Common, 155 Bayview Ave.
⌚Ride from 6:30PM - 7:30PM
🍻Woodbine Beach Boardwalk Café, 1681 Lakeshore Blvd. E.
What to expect: A hour-long guided ride with a no drop policy! We’ll cycle together primarily on bike paths and rec. trails at an easy pace enjoying each other’s company with some tunes to set the vibe.
Questions? Check out our FAQ page or feel free to reach out to Peter Harte at pharte@pwatoronto.org
Follow us on Instagram for updates, cute pics, and the location of upcoming rides.
Training Ride: Kipling - Glen Williams
Departure: Kipling subway station — meet at the northeast corner of Aukland Road and St. Albans Road, across the street from the passenger pick-up area (see image below).
Start time: 9:30 AM. Please show up 15 minutes early for sign-in, announcements and warm-up.
Distance: 107 km
Destination: Glen Williams Georgetown with a BBQ! Please bring $15 cash or e-transfer if you’d like to eat with us. Net proceeds are donated to the Toronto People with AIDS Foundation.
Click here to view the Ride With GPS Route
Click here to download the Map & Cue sheet
If you have any questions regarding this training ride, please contact training@bikerally.org.
Montreal Training - West Island
Montreal Training: West Island
Departure: We will meet at the corner of Laurier and Mentana. Laurier metro is the closest, just bike NE to the meet up area.
Start time: 9 AM. Please show up 15 minutes early for sign-in, announcements and warm-up.
Destination: West Island
Distance: 100 km
Click here to view the Ride With GPS Route
Click here to download the Map & Cue sheet
If you have any questions regarding this training ride, please contact kevin_egan@yahoo.com
Montreal Training - Chambly-St. Bruno
Montreal Training - Chambly-St. Bruno
Departure: We will be meeting at Parc Lafontaine at Avenue Calixa-Lavallée and Sherbrooke.
Start time: 8:30 AM. Please show up 15 minutes early for sign-in, announcements and warm-up.
Destination: Chambly-St. Bruno
Distance: 102 km
Click here to view the Ride With GPS Route
Click here to download the Map & Cue sheet
If you have any questions regarding this training ride, please contact kevin_egan@yahoo.com.
Training Ride: Kipling - Burlington
Departure: Kipling subway station — meet at the northeast corner of Aukland Road and St. Albans Road, across the street from the passenger pick-up area (see image below).
Note: Route updated July 16, detour off Lakeshore Rd removed.
Start time: 8:00AM. Please show up 15 minutes early for sign-in, announcements and warm-up.
Destination: Burlington with a BBQ! Please bring $15 cash or e-transfer if you’d like to eat with us. Net proceeds are donated to the Toronto People with AIDS Foundation.
Distance: 109.5 km
Click here to view the Ride With GPS Route
Click here to download the Map & Cue sheet
If you have any questions regarding this training ride, please contact training@bikerally.org.
Big Meeting: All Participants
Place: PWA Hub, 163 Queen Street East, Toronto
Session will also be recorded and uploaded to YouTube
Times [Updated]:
6:00pm - First-Year Participants Session
7:00pm - All Participants Session
8:00pm - All Participants Social
The Big Meeting is the time every year when all Rally participants gather together to learn about final details for the event.
NEW FORMAT THIS YEAR!
First-Year Participant Session
6:00-7:00pm
PWA 4th Floor
Learn the Rally basics and have all your newbie questions answered!
All Participants Session
7:00-8:00pm
PWA 4th Floor
First-Year and Returning Riders & Crew join together to learn about what's new this year, talk about safety, fundraising and more.
Social
8:00-9:30pm
PWA 1st Floor
First-Year and Returning Riders & Crew join together to learn about what's new this year, talk about safety, fundraising and more.
Big Meeting: First-Year Participants
Place: PWA Hub, 163 Queen Street East, Toronto
Online Zoom will be available for the First-Year Participants Session,
Session will also be recorded and uploaded to YouTube (and recorded)
Times [Updated]:
6:00pm - First-Year Participants Session
7:00pm - All Participants Session
8:00pm - All Participants Social
The Big Meeting is the time every year when all Rally participants gather together to learn about final details for the event.
NEW FORMAT THIS YEAR!
First-Year Participant Session
6:00-7:00pm
PWA 4th Floor
Learn the Rally basics and have all your newbie questions answered!
All Participants Session
7:00-8:00pm
PWA 4th Floor
First-Year and Returning Riders & Crew join together to learn about what's new this year, talk about safety, fundraising and more.
Social
8:00-9:30pm
PWA 1st Floor
First-Year and Returning Riders & Crew join together to learn about what's new this year, talk about safety, fundraising and more.
Training Ride: Kipling - Burlington
SUNDAY’S RIDE IS A GO!
Sunday’s ride from Kipling Station to Burlington will start around 21 °C with a comfortable humidex near 25–27, but there’s a chance of showers or an early thunderstorm in the morning. By the afternoon, it will warm up to 27–28 °C with a humidex reaching 33–35, along with continued risk of scattered thunderstorms. Air quality will stay in the low to moderate range.
SUPPORT RESOURCES ON THE TRAINING RIDE:
2 Car sweeps, rider sweeps, Help Line.
NOTE: There is no BBQ lunch on this ride! Bring money to purchase food on the road.
Departure: Kipling subway station — meet at the northeast corner of Aukland Road and St. Albans Road, across the street from the passenger pick-up area (see image below).
Start time: 9:30 AM. Please show up 15 minutes early for sign-in, announcements and warm-up.
Destination: Burlington.
Note: This day’s route has an alternative break location at a McDonald’s at King Road & Plains Rd East
Distance: 111 km
Click here to view the Ride With GPS Route
Click here to download the Map & Cue sheet
If you have any questions regarding this training ride, please contact training@bikerally.org.
Montreal Training - Oka Beach Picnic
Montreal Training - Oka Beach Picnic
Departure: We will meet at the corner of Laurier and Mentana. Laurier metro is the closest, just bike NE to the meet up area.
Start time: 8:30 AM. Please show up 15 minutes early for sign-in, announcements and warm-up.
Destination: Oka Beach
Distance: 100 km
Click here to view the Ride With GPS Route
Click here to download the Map & Cue sheet
If you have any questions regarding this training ride, please contact kevin_egan@yahoo.com