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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

We visited Halifax and Dartmouth this summer and were impressed by electric buses, bike shares, and a downtown ferry with bike racks. We also filmed a couple bike lanes and will post the first video on Monday. #BikeHfx #bikesky #Halifax #electricbus

South Park Street bike lane with the Halifax Public Gardens on the left.

An electric bus on Barrington St in Halifax, NS.

Bike racks inside the Halifax-Dartmouth ferry

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

A few photos from Tuesday’s Snowbirds performance in Victoria, BC. Thanks to Capital Bike and the volunteers at the bike valet. We rode safely to the show on protected bike lanes, and enjoyed dinner afterwards downtown. What a show, and what a city! 🚲✈️ #yyjbike #victoriabc #snowbirds #bikesky

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

The Cook Street upgrades in Victoria are progressing well. The upgrades include a new 2 km protected bike lane, new crosswalks, accessibility improvements, and intersection upgrades. This will also connect to a raised cycle track in Saanich. Details below. #yyjbike www.victoria.ca/city-governm...

Concrete curbs for a new protected bike land on Cook St in Victoria, BC. View to the North from Blackwood St.

Concrete curbs for a new protected bike land on Cook St in Victoria, BC. View to the South from Kings Rd

Concrete curbs for a new protected bike land on Cook St in Victoria, BC. View to the South from Haultain St.

Concrete curbs for a new protected bike land on Cook St in Victoria, BC. View to the North from Kings Rd.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

While in Vancouver we checked out the Sen̓áḵw buildings—showing what’s possible when developments shift from car‑centric to car‑lite design to prioritize shared space, transit and active‑transportation. The Bike Hub will also include e-cargo bike rentals (senakw.com/amenities). #bikeyvr #bikesky

Bike lane to access to the Sen̓áḵw buildings from Chestnut Street in Vancouver, BC.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

A couple weeks ago we visited Vancouver and were spoiled for choice when it came to transportation options. Lots of trip chaining, exploring, and even filming a couple new rides on Mobi bikes. #bikeyvr #bikesky #micromobility #bikeshare #publicTransit

Vancouver bike share station (Mobi bikes)

The Skytrain arriving at the station in Vancouver, BC

A trolly bus turning past the Vancouver Public Library (Central)

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

We filmed the Bute Greenway back in 2023, including the pedestrianized Bute–Robson Plaza. Returning to Vancouver this year, the new permanent design looks great 🙂 #bikeyvr #bikesky #pedestrianstreet

View of the Bute-Robson plaza seen from intersection of Bute St and Rosemary Brown Ln.

View of the Bute-Robson plaza seen from intersection of Bute St and Robson St.

Picnic tables shown in a pedestrianized area of Bute St, just North of Robson St.

An early morning view of the upgraded Bute-Robson Plaza.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Construction to extend the Blanshard Street protected bike lane from Caledonia Ave to Kings Road is coming along nicely in Victoria, BC. This will also connect two existing AAA routes. #yyjbike #victoriabc Here's a map from the City: www.victoria.ca/city-governm...

Concrete curbs installed for the bike lane extension on Blanshard Street by the Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

If you haven’t had a chance to ride across the new Galloping Goose Bridge in Colwood yet, here are a few photos. Before this upgrade, the walk‑and‑roll route meant crossing Island Hwy at Wale Rd. #yyjbike #colwoodbc

Two people riding bikes towards the new Galloping Goose Bridge with a bike counter on the left.

An access ramp on the North side of the bridge leading to the sidewalk.

A view from the centre of the bridge, crossing over Island Highway / Sooke Road.

A crosswalk with elephants feet at the intersection of Wale Road and Wilfert Road.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

🎉🚲 The City of Victoria’s first protected bike lane turns 9 years old tomorrow (May 3rd)! Come out for the birthday party at 1pm in Centennial Square. #yyjbike #victoriabc

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Two examples of good design and one example of bad design: Wheel/curb stops and bollards help prevent vehicle overhang and keep pathways safe and clear. The last photo shows what happens when they’re missing. #SafeStreets #bikesky #yyjbike #victoriabc #AccessibleStreets

An example of a clear multi-use pathway thanks to wheel/curb stops on Dallas Road in Victoria, BC (near Ross Bay Seawall) placed between the sidewalk and the tires of parked vehicles.

An example of a clear bike lane thanks to bollards on Dallas Road in Victoria, BC (near Ogden Point) placed at the front of each parking space.

A reminder of what can happen if wheel/curb stops are missing from a parking space. As a result, half of the sidewalk is blocked by the overhanging vehicle bumper.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

A new crosswalk and on-street bike parking have been added to the corner of Store St and Herald St in Victoria. The crosswalk also includes reflective sign posts, an asphalt ramp and tactile mats. #yyjbike #yyjwalk

On-street bike parking beside an on-street patio at the corner of Store Street and Herald Street.

New crosswalk at the corner of Store Street and Herald Street, including reflective sign posts, an asphalt ramp and tactile tiles.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Here's another example of an electric bus. This bus took us up a steep hill with several switchbacks in Taiwan. Also quiet and air conditioned. Public transit is a reliable way to cool off in Taiwan. #taiwan #jiufen #electricbus

An electric bus that we took along the Jinshui Highway near Jiufen, Taiwan.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

We recently went for a ride on one of BC Transit's new electric buses in Victoria, BC. It was a quieter and air conditioned trip :) The first image is on the #22 route (Yates St) and the second is on the #28 route (Douglas St). #VictoriaBC #BCTransit #electricbus

BC Transit electric bus in the City of Victoria (route 22) on Yates Street.

BC Transit electric bus in the City of Victoria (route 28) in front of the Bay Centre on Douglas Street.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 14/09/2025

Yesterday the 'Shop on Broad' event was held along Broad Street in Victoria. This section of Broad Street is always a pleasant pedestrian zone. #VictoriaBC #pedestrianzone #carfree

The Shop on Broad Street event with vendor stalls in the pedestrian zone in between Broughton Street and Fort Street (Looking to the North).

The Shop on Broad Street event with vendor stalls in the pedestrian zone in between Broughton Street and Fort Street (Looking to the South across the Fort Street protected bike lane).

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Word on the street was there were a couple new-ish protected bike lanes in Colwood, BC. While visiting the area we noticed a few more raised cycle tracks to film next time. We'll have to keep an eye out for the expansion of the protected bike lane on Latoria Road. #yyjbike #bikesky #ColwoodBC

A two-way raised cycle track in Colwood, BC near the corner of Latoria Boulevard and Ryder Hesjedal Way.

A one-way raised cycle track in Colwood, BC with a BC Transit bus stop on the left. Image taken on Latoria Boulevard.

A one-way protected bike lane in Colwood, BC with a mix of parking protection and concrete curbs with plantings (Latoria Blvd).

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

If you're looking for a #yyjbike ride this weekend, check out these cycling network maps from the City of Victoria. Hard copies are available at the bike valet (intersection of Broad St & Pandora Ave). The QR code also links to a web map with directions. #bikesky #bikevalet #bikelanes

A map showing a AAA bicycle route around downtown Victoria and surrounding neighbourhoods. This route includes protected bike lanes and bicycle boulevards.

A map showing a AAA bicycle route around James Bay in Victoria, BC. This route includes protected bike lanes and bicycle boulevards.

A map showing a AAA bicycle route around Victoria West. This route includes protected bike lanes, multi-use pathways and streets with traffic calming.

The back of each map includes tips for a smooth ride including a summary of infrastructure, the area visited and hand signals.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

Here's a couple photos showing the before and after of the slip lane removal at the intersection of Caledonia Ave and Quadra St in Victoria, BC (in this weeks video). This upgrade improved walk & roll safety, added seating, bike racks, a bus shelter, plants and a couple new trees. #yyjbike #bikesky

A right turn slip lane that used to exist at the intersection of Caledonia Avenue and Quadra Street in Victoria, BC.

The upgraded intersection (Caledonia Avenue and Quadra Street) after the slip lane was removed. This upgrade improved walk & roll safety and added seating, bike racks, a bus shelter, plants and a couple of new trees. The Caledonia Ave protected bike lane is seen on the left.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

Happy 8th Birthday to the City of Victoria's first protected bike lane! 🚲 🎉 #yyjbike #bikesky #bikelanes #protectedbikelane

A poster announcing coffee and cake at the Janion Plaza in the City of Victoria to celebrate the 8th anniversary of the installation of a protected bike lane on Pandora Avenue.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

While visiting Courtenay, BC last summer we noticed they had Evolve e-bike share. Here's a photo of a couple bikes at the corner of Fitzgerald Avenue and 4th Street. #bikeshare #courtenay #comoxvalley more info: www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/evolve

Two Evolve e-bikes parked on the side of the road by a crosswalk in Courtenay, BC.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

A festively decorated double decker bus in Victoria, BC for a parade last weekend. #bus

A double decker bus covered in green and white Christmas lights in a parade last weekend. The bus is heading Westbound beside a protected bike lane from the intersection of Fort Street and Stanley Avenue in Victoria, BC.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

The new Hillside Avenue protected bike lanes in Victoria, BC are progressing well. This will eventually provide a connection between the Kings Road bicycle boulevard and protected bike lanes on Gorge Road and Government Street. #yyjbike #bikelane #bikelanes #ProtectedBikeLane

A view of the new concrete curbs on Hillside Avenue looking to the East towards the intersection of Hillside Avenue and Nanaimo Street.

A closer look at the new pedestrian and cycling crossing lights, as well as bike racks at the intersection of Hillside Avenue and Nanaimo Street.

A view of the new concrete curbs on Hillside Avenue looking to the West towards the intersection of Hillside Avenue and Douglas Street.

A view of the bicycle connection (with bike racks) and pedestrian island at the North side of the intersection of Hillside Avenue and Nanaimo Street.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

A few photos showing progress on the Gorge Road protected bike lane in Victoria, BC. Eventually, this will enable riders to connect with AAA infrastructure in neighbouring municipalities (Saanich and Esquimalt). #yyjbike #bikelane #bikelanes #protectedbikelane

A view of the new concrete curbs for the protected bike lane on Gorge Road. Looking West from the intersection of Gorge Road and Washington Avenue.

Another view of the new concrete curbs on both sides of Gorge Road. This photo is looking East from the intersection of Gorge Road and Washington Avenue.

A nice new concrete curb for the new protected bike lane on Gorge Road. Eventually, this will enable riders to connect with the AAA infrastructure in both Saanich and Esquimalt.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Another new bike lane in Victoria, BC.🙂 The Caledonia Ave protected bike lane extends from the Government Street protected bike lane to Cook Street and provides a connection to the Vancouver Street bicycle boulevard. #yyjbike #bikelane #bikelanes #protectedbikelane

A view to the East of a person riding a bike in the Caledonia Avenue protected bike lane. Photo taken from the intersection of Caledonia Avenue and Quadra Street.

Looking East at the protected bike lane, from just West of the intersection of Chatham Street and Douglas Street.

Another safety upgrade to Caledonia Avenue was the removal of an old slip-lane and replacing it with a public plaza that includes seating, bike racks and plantings.

A view of the connection with the Vancouver Street bicycle boulevard. Royal Athletic park is seen in the background.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

As a follow-up to a previous post, here is the finished on-street patio on the Government Street protected bike lane in Victoria, BC (just South of Chatham St). #yyjbike #placemaking #protectedbikelanes

An on-street patio on the Government Street protected bike lane in Victoria, BC.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

Check out this interactive art installation in Victoria, BC at the corner of Government St and Wharf St. Ride to play the music and see the projected images created by local artist Jamin Zuroski. #yyjbike #interactiveart #indigenousartist #bikeart

One of the bicycles in the new interactive art display which plays music and projects art onto the sidewalk.

A few people having fun with the new art installation on Government Street in Victoria, BC.

Looking south on Government streets at four bicycles you can ride in an interactive art installation to play music and see projected images.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

Another new protected bike lane is starting to appear in Victoria, BC on Blanshard Street. Upgrades are to extend from Fort Street to Caledonia Avenue. 🙂🚲 #yyjbike #bikelane #protectedbikelane #cycling

New permanent concrete curb for a protected bike lane along Blanshard Street in Victoria, BC.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

Progress today on the new quick build protected bike lane on Shelbourne Street in Victoria, BC. #yyjbike #bikelane #protectedbikelane #cycling

Photo showing a concrete curb being lowered from a truck using a crane for the new quick build protected bike lane on Shelbourne Street in Victoria, BC.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 10/09/2024

We saw these scenic bike route maps at the bike valet in Victoria, BC. It's a great way to encourage visitors to explore the city using safe AAA infrastructure. #yyjbike #bikevalet #cycling #bikelanes

A map showing a scenic bike route in Victoria, BC that uses protected bike lanes, bicycle boulevards and multi-use pathways.

On the other side of the map there are helpful tips, a description of road markings and bike signal lights, and hand signals.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 07/09/2024

A few photos taken of the raised cycle track and one of the e-bike charging stations in Chemainus, BC. #chemainus #cycling #bikelane #bikelanes

A view of the raised cycle track and benches along Chemainus Road. In the distance on the left there are a couple of bike racks with an electric bicycle charging station.

The sign for the e-bike charging station located at a bike rack on Chemainus Road.

An e-bike charging station located between two bike racks beside the raised cycle track on Chemainus Road.

The 'Chemainus 1891' mural located at 2877 Mill Street in Chemainus, BC.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 24/08/2024

Progress is being made on the Shelbourne Street protected bike lane in Victoria, BC. Once complete, it will extend from Haultain Street to North Dairy Road eventually connecting with a protected bike lane in Saanich. #yyjbike #saanich #cycling #bikelane

A view from the centre of Shelbourne Street in Victoria, BC. The street has no cars, big trees creating a green canopy, and fresh paint markings outlining where the new protected bike lanes will be on both sides of the street.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 05/07/2024

Intersection #daylighting with an extra shot of colour (Victoria, BC).

Yellow bollards are anchored in the roadway along a painted white line to prevent cars from parking next to the curb. Planted next to the fire hydrant along the curb are flowers of many colours and heights taking up the plantable area between the sidewalk and the road way, buffered by the yellow bollards to daylight the area and make it more visible near the corner.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 03/07/2024

Photos of the free bike valets in Saanich and Victoria taken at Canada Day events (valet by Capital Bike). Saanich's bike valet was at one end of the Gorge Canada Day Picnic. Victoria's bike valet was behind the BC Legislature until after the fireworks. #yyjbike #bikeparking #bikevalet

The bike valet setup for the Gorge Canada Day Picnic in Saanich, BC. The bike valet was located just West of the intersection of Gorge Road and Tillicum Road.

The bike valet setup by Capital Bike behind the BC Legislature for Canada Day in Victoria.

Another view (looking South) of the bike valet behind the BC Legislature on Canada Day.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 17/06/2024

It's nice to see bike valets becoming the new standard at festivals in Victoria. Photo taken of the bike valet at FernFest on the weekend.

Photo of the bike valet at FernFest 2024 in the parking lot behind Victoria High School.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 01/06/2024

Achieving safe road design can be an iterative process. It's great to see the City of Victoria improving safety based on feedback and monitoring along the Haultain St bicycle boulevard. The intersection of Fernwood Rd and Haultain St has returned to a 4-way stop. Just in time for GoByBike week.

A safer 4-way stop at the intersection of Haultain Street and Fernwood Road. Two people safely crossing the intersection.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 08/05/2024

After noting the support for the year-round free bike valet by the Downtown Victoria Business Association, now even Hillside Mall has a free bike valet. It's returning for a second summer! hillsidecentre.com/bike-valet/ hillsidecentre.com/hours-locati...

The front of the free bike valet at Hillside Mall In Victoria, BC.

The rear of the free bike valet at Hillside Mall In Victoria, BC. The entrance to the food court can be seen in the background.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 30/04/2024

An excellent example of how construction can be completed beside a bike lane without blocking it (or the sidewalk). Photo taken along the Pandora Avenue protected bike lane in Victoria, BC.

Scaffolding being built up and around a bike lane in Victoria, BC. An excellent example showing how construction can be completed beside a bike lane without blocking it (Pandora Avenue protected bike lane).

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 24/04/2024

During an evening bike ride on the Beacon Hill Park multi-use pathway we saw quite a few wildflowers. Check out this field of Camas and a happy Bumble bee near Dallas Rd in Victoria, BC.

A close up photo of a Camas wildflower growing in Beacon Hill Park close to Dallas Road in Victoria, BC.

A field in Beacon Hill Park (Victoria, BC) full of Camas wildflowers.

A bumble bee collecting pollen from a Camas wildflower in Beacon Hill Park in Victoria, BC.

White fawn lilies and Camas growing in Beacon Hill Park.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 19/03/2024

Here's a couple of photos from the weekend in Victoria, BC on the Government Street protected bike lane. A new mural in Chinatown and a nearly completed on-street patio.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 05/02/2024

Today we spotted this electric demo bus in Victoria, BC. BC Transit info: www.bctransit.com/victoria-ele...

Photo of a bright turquoise electric demo bus owned by BC Transit in Victoria BC.

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Multimodal Explorer @multimodalexplorer.bsky.social · 24/01/2024

At Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo the landscaping truck is an e-cargo trike (Radkutsche Musketier).

An electric cargo trike used for landscaping at Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo.

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