We are thrilled to announce that Stingray Group Inc. has received the bronze certification from Vélo Québec’s VÉLOSYMPATHIQUE movement. This prestigious recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to promoting cycling as a sustainable and healthy mode of transportation.

What is the VÉLOSYMPATHIQUE movement?

The VÉLOSYMPATHIQUE movement encourages communities and organizations to promote cycling as a means of transportation and recreation for all. Through its rigorous certification process, it offers tools and support to communities and organizations working to foster cycling.

Launched by Vélo Québec in 2015, the VÉLOSYMPATHIQUE movement is inspired by the Bicycle Friendly America program, created in 1980 by The League of American Bicyclists, and implemented in Ontario through the Share the Road Cycling Coalition in 2010.

The bronze certification is the initial level of recognition offered by the Mouvement VÉLOSYMPATHIQUE, which evaluates communities, organizations, and campuses on their commitment to developing a cycling culture. This level of certification is awarded based on significant actions implemented across various areas of intervention, considering the specific realities of each entity.

Our bike initiatives

Cycling is more than just a mode of transportation. It’s a catalyst for change towards a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle. By incorporating cycling into our daily lives, we contribute to reducing our carbon footprint, improving our physical and mental health, and creating more connected and dynamic communities.

To achieve this level of certification, we have implemented several initiatives, such as:

• Facilities and services: We have installed numerous bike racks and an autonomous repair station. We also secured a corporate BIXI subscription to encourage our employees to use bikes as their primary mode of transport during the warm season.
• Events and awareness: We organize a professional bike tune-up event for two full days in the spring, offering free tune-ups to interested employees. Our commitment is also evident in our annual participation in the 48H vélo Make-A-Wish, where our Stingray teams raise funds for a noble cause read the full article here.
• Communication and education: We keep our employees informed about cycling initiatives during onboarding and through the intranet. Our internal bike club gathers enthusiasts to share tips and organize rides.

A continuous commitment

This certification is just the beginning. We are committed to continuing our efforts to improve our infrastructure and programs, and to further encouraging our employees to adopt cycling as their preferred means of transport.

In the coming year, we aim to strengthen our commitment to cycling by assessing our employees’ needs to better adapt our infrastructure. We will continue to offer free services to keep their bicycles in perfect condition and organize workshops led by professionals to educate our employees on the health and environmental benefits of cycling. These awareness campaigns will ensure that all our initiatives are accessible and inclusive, creating an environment conducive to cycling, thereby enhancing our employees’ quality of life while reducing our environmental footprint.

For more information on the VÉLOSYMPATHIQUE movement and its certifications, you can visit their website