The BC Active Transportation Summit is returning for 2025—and this time, we’re heading to the mountain town of Kimberley, BC.
Hosted by the British Columbia Cycling Coalition (BCCC) in partnership with movmi and the Planning Institute of British Columbia (PIBC), the summit will once again bring together planners, policymakers, advocates, and industry leaders to collaborate on the future of walking, cycling, and micromobility across the province. Set against the backdrop of a smaller community, the 2025 event offers a unique opportunity to discuss how active transportation can be advanced in a range of contexts—from rural to urban—and what it takes to create more connected, sustainable places for everyone.
Looking Back: Key Takeaways from BC Active Transportation Summit 2024
Last year’s summit in New Westminster set the tone for how BC is prioritizing active transportation, micromobility, and infrastructure investments. A few standout highlights included:
Government Commitment to Active Transportation:
Honourable Rob Fleming, BC’s Minister of Transportation, emphasized the province’s new policy requiring active transportation to be integrated into all infrastructure projects, alongside a massive funding boost—from $6M in 2020 to $24M in 2024.
Lessons from BC’s Electric Kick Scooter Pilots:
Municipalities like Coquitlam and Kelowna shared insights on the rapid deployment of e-scooter and e-bike programs, highlighting the importance of user education, safety measures, and continuous data monitoring to improve implementation.
Indigenous Leadership in Active Transportation:
Elder Ruth Adams introduced the Great Blue Heron Way, a vision for a connected network of trails that respect and empower Indigenous communities. The discussion underscored the need for inclusive planning that acknowledges Indigenous land and sovereignty.
Micromobility as a Game-Changer for Small Towns:
While urban centers have long embraced shared micromobility, 2024’s summit explored how bike-sharing and multimodal integration can be tailored for smaller municipalities, ensuring they, too, can benefit from enhanced mobility options.
The Power of Storytelling in Active Transportation Advocacy:
Filmmaker Uytae Lee shared a compelling short film, illustrating the untapped potential for cycling in suburban and rural areas. His insights reinforced the importance of effective storytelling to engage communities and drive policy change.
You can read the full recap of last year’s summit here.
Call for Abstracts: 2025 Active Transportation Summit
Are you working on a shared mobility project, research study, or community initiative that deserves the spotlight? The 2025 Active Transportation Summit is now accepting abstracts until May 31, 2025—and it’s a fantastic opportunity to share your work with a passionate audience of planners, advocates, policymakers, and changemakers.
This year’s theme, “Moving Further, Together,” emphasizes the power of collaboration in tackling transportation challenges—especially in smaller, rural, northern, and Indigenous communities.
🛠️ Topics include:
Scaling innovations in small communities
Behaviour change and community health
Local economic transformation through tourism
Indigenous-led mobility and reconciliation
📣 Presentation formats range from panel discussions and workshops to hands-on learning tours and student poster sessions. Creativity is encouraged!