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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 11/09/2026

Had a chat with CBC Metro Morning's Chris Glover about a newly opened section on The Meadoway. Greenways are an important part of the active transportation network in #ScarbTO, but we also need real good cycling infrastructure on arterial roads as well. www.cbc.ca/listen/live-... #bikeTO #walkTO

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Streetsblog L.A. @streetsblogla.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

New #TorontoBarrier bike lane protection on Imperial Highway near LAX. These are the second TBs installed in LA - first ones outside DTLA. Thanks LADOT and more please.

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Lanrick Bennett @lanrickbennett.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

of vulnerable road user? Right now for e-bike users we've got inviduals like @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social @marvinmacaraig.ca and groups like @cycletoronto.bsky.social and #theBikeBrigade leading the charge in education, but no level of movement from the city's leadership in changing the mindset 3/

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Ph.D. | Health Promoter | City Builder | Community Development

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The current laws surrounding ebikes and other micromobility vehicles is really confusing. The mishmash of overlapping and conflicting legislation from all levels of government has created a politically charged public safety problem that needs to be solved… the sooner the better.

As a front-line public health worker, I have the privilege to talk to (literally) hundreds of cyclists in the GTA and it very obvious that the legal confusion has created significant public knowledge gaps for many, and especially those who are trying to make ends meet working as food delivery couriers.

With the goals of strengthening community action, providing access to trusted information, and to help increase knowledge and awareness within this vulnerable population, I helped organize a Safe Cycling Workshop in partnership with David Shellnut, Cycle Toronto, and the Bike Brigade.

Outreach efforts for this workshop, (the first of its kind in Scarborough), included widespread emails, social media posts, informal WhatsApp/text message groups, and most importantly, translating posters into four key languages, and postering key gathering areas on Danforth Ave and Kingston Rd. We also had free food delivery bags for attendees, and a team of Community Health Ambassadors who helped connect people to key health and well being services and supports.

The result? 50+ people attended the event and nearly all of them were new to our agency, and got connected to the growing cycling community in the east end. Most importantly we answered so many questions about personal safety and riding in the city.

Many thanks to our partners who helped make this happen. Let’s keep going. cc: David Shellnutt, Michael Longfield, The Bike Brigade, #bikeTO #scarbTO

https://lnkd.in/gs9bp7Qr

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 28/07/2026

Multi-use trail on the south side of Lake Shore Blvd E is open. Finally. #BikeTO #WalkTO

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 08/07/2026

After (literally) decades of planning, studies, reports, investigations, and designs, the long-awaited safety improvements to Port Union Rd are now complete (finally). Someone should write a Masters thesis on the decision-making process and planning history of this project. #ScarbTO #WalkTO #BikeTO

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 08/05/2026

Last weekend I led a Jane’s Bike Ride highlighting newly built and much needed active transportation connections in Scarborough Southwest and East York. My goal was to help shine a light on a citizen-led project to establish the West Scarborough Rail Trail. #walkTO #bikeTO #ScarbTO #janeswalk

Photo of people riding bikes on a suburban street in Scarborough.

Photo of a newly built pedestrian bridge over a rail line in the Don Valley, Toronto.

Photo of people riding bikes in a painted bike lane on a Eglinton Avenue East in Scarborough.

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Lanrick Bennett @lanrickbennett.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Hey @marvinmacaraig.ca I'm sorry I missed your @janeswalk.bsky.social Thank you my friend for all the work you do and continue to do with creating space for kids to ride safely in our city. h/t @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social @ffsafestreets.bsky.social @kidicalmassto.bsky.social #BikeTO

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Ph.D. | Health Promoter | City Builder | Community Development

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Last weekend I led a Jane’s Bike Ride highlighting newly built and much needed active transportation connections in Scarborough Southwest and East York. My goal was to help shine a light on a citizen-led project to establish the West Scarborough Rail Trail.

Such a project would play a significant role in connecting a large section of Scarborough (i.e., tens of thousands) to the city’s expanding cycling network. Many thanks to all of the volunteers that helped make this day possible.

P.S.: Physical separation for the bike lanes on Eglinton Ave E. can’t come soon enough. #walkTO #bikeTO #ScarbTO #JanesWalk

Images of kids riding bikes

Marvin riding with other people in the bike lanes

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Community Bikeways - TCBC @bikewaysto.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Ginette Lapalme & Toutoune Gallery -- Business Road Safety Champion (2025-26) -- recognized for her brave fight for the Bathurst busway + the cause of @ttcriders.bsky.social, a healthier community & a better T.O., despite loud opposition from some merchants led by AI-generated "concerned residents"

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The Biking Lawyer LLP @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Super successful 1st day (of 3) speaking with e-bike riding gig workers about their experiences, & sharing information about their rights/responsibilities. Our pals @thebikebrigade, @cycletoronto.bsky.social, @tomflood.bsky.social & @senditcourier made this happen!

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Albert Koehl @albertkoehl.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

"Bike lanes, like roads, sidewalks and mass transit, are integral elements of our transportation system. When these investments are buried under snow, Torontonians are shortchanged." www.thestar.com/opinion/cont... #biketo #onpoli

thestar.com

This essential infrastructure needs to be part of the city’s snow‑removal plan

Some bike lanes are used less than others. City hall needs to identify the busiest routes and to prioritize them for snow-clearing. That should be easy, given there are only

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 18/02/2026

Bringing this to the top (again). I saw another driver in a full size pickup truck with a 5-6" aftermarket lift kit/wheels/tires, driving on Gerrard, and doing everything possible to swerve/drive around every possible 'puny' manhole cover. I guess, these trucks aren't all that. #bikeTO #walkTO

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 22/01/2026

Hey #ScarbTO, I guess the Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit project has not been cancelled, contrary to the puzzling announcement of its cancellation by a local MPP, right before the last election. #ward25 #Scarborough www.durham.ca/en/news/buil...

durham.ca

Building a connected future with Durham-Scarborough Bus Rapid Transit

Garbage and Recycling

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 17/12/2025

My community has been working on bringing complete street safety improvements to Scarborough pm Danforth Ave and Kingston Rd for the past four years... and we are a vote away. youtu.be/r16_mWIM5EI #WalkTO #bikeTO #ScarbTO #Ward20 cc @cycletoronto.bsky.social

youtu.be

Advocates urge Toronto City Council to pass new bike lane plan

YouTube video by CityNews

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 02/12/2025

Local residents (mostly seniors) ride year round in Scarborough and bike racks are always well utilized at Woodside Mall. Building bike culture here means providing ample bike parking that is covered from the elements, well-lit, and conveniently by the entrance. #bikeTO #ScarbTO #Ward23

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Lanrick Bennett @lanrickbennett.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

#IdeasAtWork 'Taking Action for Safe Cycling in the City' on Nov 15th Panel discussion followed by a Q&A period. Panel speakers: Dr. Madeleine Bonsma-Fisher @mbonsma.bsky.social @albertkoehl.bsky.social @ffsafestreets.bsky.social's Jess Spieker & Bicycle Mayor for Toronto Alison Stewart #BikeTO

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The Biking Lawyer LLP @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

We have unfortunate news about passengers under 16 on e-bikes and e-cargo bikes in Ontario. It appears, they are not allowed. Read our blog for a deep dive on the law and what you can do in response: www.thebikinglawyer.ca/post/e-cargo...

thebikinglawyer.ca

E-Cargo Bikes, E-Bikes & the Law: Passengers on Electric Bikes

E-Bikes and E-Cargo Bikes are a fantastic way to move people, but you may have to be 16 to ride as a passenger.

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Cassie Smith (she/her) @cassiesmith.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Thanks to @marvinmacaraig.ca for joining us @bikeottawa.bsky.social's AGM today. Lots of practical ideas and insights for building bike culture in suburban communities. Some of this work is available online if you are interested, but couldn't join us: www.scarboroughcycles.ca/research/ #OttBike

Marvin and Cassie take a selfie in front of the Bike Ottawa trailer.

Marvin stands at a podium on a small stage with a screen behind with a photo of people biking and the title "why suburbs"

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 27/10/2025

This project will improve the safety of all road users and tonight is the open house. Learn about all of the improvements that are coming to Scarborough. Monday October 27 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm R.H. King Academy 3800 St Clair Avenue E www.toronto.ca/community-pe... #walkTO #bikeTO #Ward20 #ScarbTO

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Bike Ottawa @bikeottawa.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

You asked. We deliver. Come listen to our guest speaker Dr. Marvin Macaraig on Building suburban bike culture, participate in a workshop that will surely get your brain juices flowing. Stay for our AGM. It’s on October 26, Bayview Yards, at 1:30pm. Register now! bikeottawa2025agm.eventbrite.ca

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 17/10/2025

I am really looking forward to meeting you all! Let's go #ottbike!

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Shawn Micallef @shawnmicallef.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

In Ontario criminal vigilantism is acceptable, effective & can influence government policy. When Doug Ford gives his tacit approval of criminal vigilantism, indicating it can influence his government's public policy, it's a frightening moment for Ontario. My column on what we should think about.

thestar.com

Shawn Micallef: Doug Ford’s attack on speed cameras shows how good politics can make for lousy public policy

The premier’s comments on Tuesday should be a moment for Ontarians to think whether the province is a place of law and order or where vigilantes can influence government policy.

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 05/09/2025

Milan's separated bike lanes look nice. #bikeTO

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CRASH - Coalition to Reduce Auto Size Hazards @crashcoalition.bsky.social · 10/08/2025

Does a pickup's high front-end compensate for the driver's wee little cargo space? We don't think so. Every 10cm increase in front-end height = 22% increase in death risk to pedestrian in crash. Meanwhile, cargo space has remained largely the same. #onpoli www.walktoronto.ca/wp-content/u...

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 24/07/2025

While driving behind drivers in large SUVs/pickup trucks I find it amusing to watch these drivers take great care to drive around manhole covers and small bumps in the road. (But, but, I thought these vehicles were meant for serious off-road adventures as portrayed in their ads?) #bikeTO

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Lanrick Bennett @lanrickbennett.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

I hang out w/ some of the coolest peeps in this industry of advocacy. Any award I have received is b/c of the work of so many that have given me their time and effort to put into projects I think can make a difference. h/t @tomflood.bsky.social @mbonsma.bsky.social @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social

Wheels of Change Awards
Community Champions of the Yea
Congratulations to:
Lanrick Bennett Jr.

On stage excepting an award

Trying to keep up with master Dr. Marvin Macaraig

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Robert Zaichkowski @rzaichkowski.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

Per txlseries4 on Urban Toronto, some businesses along Bathurst were spotted putting up these awful anti #RapidTO signs in their windows. Time to name and #shame these businesses as the #BikeTO community has done with businesses which opposed bike lanes. #TTC #TOpoli urbantoronto.ca/forum/thread...

Anti RapidTO Poster from "Protect Bathurst

WE MIGHT HAVE TO CLOSE!
BATHURST IS LOSING ACCESS.
SO ARE WE.

Due to the RapidTO changes, TATTOO PEOPLE TORONTO will lose all delivery access and customer parking - putting your community at serious risk.

NO TRUCKS. NO CUSTOMERS.
NO WAY TO OPERATE.

SPEAK UP + TAKE ACTION

Visit protectbathurst.ca to learn more & voice your support.

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Brent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

“A review of scientific research has found that pedestrians and cyclists are 44% more likely to be killed in a collision with an SUV or light truck, compared to a passenger car. The outlook is even more dire for children, who are 82% more likely to be killed when struck by the larger vehicles.”

thenewdaily.com.au

Research shows SUVs and utes are the most deadly vehicles

SUVs and large utes are among the most popular vehicles for car buyers in Australia. They may also be the most deadly.

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 26/02/2025

10 days after the last snowstorm, this is the state of the sidewalk beside Birch Cliff PS. A slippery, inaccessible, sidewalk, forcing those with mobility aids/strollers/etc. to walk beside live traffic. Please tell me more about the 'war on the car'. #Ward20 #TOpoli #ScarbTO #WalkTO #VisionZero

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 25/02/2025

Major safety improvements are coming to #ScarbTO with the Ellesmere Complete Street. New sidewalks/cycle tracks will connect key destinations (UTSC, Centennial College, Centenary Hospital, Meadoway). Submit your comments > secure.toronto.ca/council/agen... #bikeTO #walkTO #ward25 #Ward25

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 21/02/2025

The Danforth Complete Street really does end in Scarborough. There is a bike lane stub under that snow and ice. #bikeTO #ScarbTO

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The Biking Lawyer LLP @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

It's going to be pretty gnarly across Ontario the next few days. Only ride if you feel comfortable doing so. If you do, ride defensively. Assume they are going to cut you off or run a red light. Check out our Winter Cycling Guide for more tips: www.thebikinglawyer.ca/post/hot-win...

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Tom Flood @tomflood.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

"A city's priorities become as clear as the spaces they choose to maintain in the winter." Content done with @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social

a sidewalk and bike lane covered in snow and the road perfectly cleared.
One of these
is not like the others.
A city's priorities become as clear as the spaces they choose to maintain in the winter.
a sidewalk and bike lane covered in snow and the road perfectly cleared.
One of these
is not like the others.
A city's priorities become as clear as the spaces they choose to maintain in the winter.

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Jun Nogami @jnyyz.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

The fact that it is illegal to transport passengers on e bikes in Ontario is ridiculous. On the other hand: "Toronto police could not say if any tickets have been issued. Spokesperson Laura Brabant said she is not aware of any plans for an enforcement campaign." fkfb.sizone.org?r=https://ww...

fkfb.sizone.org

THESTAR.COM // Dropping off your kids at school on an e-bike? Here’s why you might not want to in Ontario

If you use an electric bike to ferry your kids between home and school, daycare or activities, you’ll be risking a ticket and a fine of up to $1,000.

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 08/02/2025

University Ave., weekday afternoon traffic moving smoothly for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. Enjoy this safety and order while it lasts. #CompleteStreets #BikeTO #WalkTO #TOpoli #ONpoli

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mlongfield.bsky.social @mlongfield.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

Solid overview by @katelunau.bsky.social about Toronto's overdue cycling network rollout and accompanying "bikelash". Great insights from @marvinmacaraig.ca and George & Karen Amaro, whose daughter Alex was killed riding her bike. Find it in latest issue of @torontolifemag.bsky.social

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 08/01/2025

When the debate over bike lanes focuses on the impact to travel times for those in a car... we all lose. How people get around is influenced by our policies, and these directly impact the health of entire communities. accessalliance.ca/home/blog/bi... #HealthPromotion #bikeTO #scarbTO #walkTO

accessalliance.ca

Bike lanes are part of a healthy, safe, and equitable Toronto – Access Alliance

December 27, 2024By Marvin Macaraig, Ph.D., Health Promoter, Bike Hub Coordinator, Access Alliance How we incubate and build a culture of cycling Over the past decade Toronto has seen a steady inc...

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 04/12/2024

Driver nearly hits me. This could have been a life-changing injury. Eastbound on Danforth Ave in #Ward20 #ScarbTO Driving complaint submitted. No more delays for the Danforth-Kingston Complete Street Extension. Residents need protection from dangerous drivers like this. #bikeTO #VisionZeroTO

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Marvin Macaraig @marvinmacaraig.ca · 02/12/2024

Sunday December 1, 2024. Blusky let’s go.

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