Businesses can apply for a free bike rack, but supply is limited. Sooke plans to give local businesses free bike racks.Evan Lindsay/ Victoria News Listen to this article 00:02:23
The District of Sooke has announced they are giving away free bike racks, in an effort to bolster sustainable transportation and biking within the community.
“We’re providing another option for easier access to connect with and support local businesses. When talking with businesses to inform the Community Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan, business operators identified limited bike parking as a barrier for customers," says community economic development officer Gail Scott.
"We’re happy to alleviate one obstacle as we continue to grow our local economy and support multi-modal transportation options.”
The Bike Rack for Business Program was announced on Jan. 16 and will see a limited number of public racks fabricated and installed for local businesses completely free of charge. Due to the limited number of racks, they will be given on a first-come first-served basis. Interested businesses are told to apply early if they wish to be considered.
One business already looking to receive a bike rack is the Sooke Region Museum and Visitor Centre.
“We’re thrilled to be a part of the Bike Rack for Business program!” said Michelle Richard, the museum and visitor centre’s executive director.“We are fortunate to have a great location accessible from the Stickleback Urban Trail and a short ride from the Galloping Goose. We see lots of visitors who arrive by bike, come to the Visitor Centre for […]
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