IMBA Canada News

IMBA Canada Expands Trail Consulting Arm

Daniel Scott has joined IMBA Canada in the role of full-time Trail Specialist, filling a need to expand our trail consulting and education services. Daniel is a graduate of the University of Guelph School of Landscape Architecture, and holds a certificate in Mountain Bike Operations from Capilano University. His passion for trails and adventure, along with his strong work ethic, solid design background, and dedication to sustainable recreation practices make him an asset to IMBA Canada\'s growing team. A big thank you to Trek Bikes 1 World, 2 Wheels program, which provided the seed money to bring Dan on board.

Interested in IMBA Canada\'s trail consulting or education services? Contact mark@imba.com 

Ontario\'s Newest Lift-Accessed Mountain Bike Area Scheduled to Open June 27th

Sir Sam’s Ski Area has just announced plans to turn the operation into a year round recreation destination. The new mountain bike area will feature 7 km cross country trails, plus lift-accessed downhill facilities and a bike park, thanks to help from volunteers from the Durham Mountain Biking Association. IMBA Canada will be bringing the Ontario mobile tool trailer up for the weekend of June 13th to lead a workshop and trailbuilding session on the new trails. The resort opens June 27th, and will start hosting a Tuesday night race series starting on June 30th. An Ontario Cup Downhill Race is also scheduled for August 15th and 16th. More.

Report Suggests Trails Add Value to New Homes

What community amenity gives developers and builders the highest return on the investment in new homes for the real estate market? According to a new report  from California, there is no better investment to make than one in recreational shared-use trails.

IMBA Canada\'s Coming to You!

IMBA Canada\'s mandate has always been to create, enhance and preserve trail opportunities for mountain biking - and we are doing that in a very tangible way these next couple of months. Follow IMBA Canada\'s travels between now and July 5th, and join in the action in an area near you. Stay tuned to IMBA Canada\'s Events Calendar, for further additions to the schedule.

June 13
Sir Sam\'s Ski Area, Haliburton, ON
IMBA Canada Ontario Mobile Tool Trailer Workshop: Come and help build trails at Ontario\'s newest lift-accessed mountain bike area.
Contact: Dave Webb  sirsams.snowschool@bellnet.ca

June 12-14
Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park, AB
IMBA Canada Trailbuilding School: Join in this 2-day workshop as part of Canmore Trails Weekend
Contact: Magi Scallion  magi.scallion@gov.ab.ca

June 19-21
Kelowna, BC
Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew Visit: Join Inga and Jason and the Mountain Bikers of the Central Okanagan for an IMBA Trailbuilding School.
Contact: Mike Kittmer  mkittmer@kelowna.ca

June 26-28
Edmonton, AB
Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew Visit: Join Inga and Jason and the Edmonton Mountain Bike Alliance for an IMBA Trailbuilding School.
Contact: Dylan Pitman  dpitman@edmmtnbike.ca

June 28-July 4
BC Bike Race: Cheer for Gabhan Chalmers and Daniel Scott as they ride for Team IMBA Canada and raise money for trails.
Contact: canada@imba.com

July 3-5
Steinbach, MB
Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew Visit: Join Kelly and Collins and the folks at Body Driven Sports for an IMBA Trailbuilding School and weekend of fun!
Contact: Patrick Siemens  bodydrivensports@mts.net

July 3-5
Saskatoon, SK
Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew Visit: Join Inga and Jason and the Northern Bush Rastas for an IMBA Trailbuilding School.
Contact: Brad Turk  b.turk@sasktel.net

Support IMBA Canada\'s Legal Advocacy Fund -- Important Battles Seen in Months Ahead

We have seen a great response to the recent Legal Advocacy Fund appeal -- many thanks to all those who have taken action to strengthen IMBA Canada\'s capacity to fight for mountain bike access. If you have not yet donated, please consider making a contribution, no matter how small.  Make a Donation