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Bike Share Toronto Network Expansion Underway

Toronto Parking Authority and Metrolinx Partnership Doubles the Number of Bikes

TORONTO, June 27, 2016 –Metrolinx and the Toronto Parking Authority (TPA) are pleased to announce that the Bike Share Toronto network expansion is now underway.

Beginning today, 120 new Bike Share stations and 1000 new bikes will be installed across the city, with completion expected by July 11. The expanded network will not only increase the number of bikes available in the downtown core, but will also see more stations located close to transit stations and in dense areas.

The expansion will double the number of bikes in the system, giving more people the opportunity to take advantage of seamless transportation options and further supports active transportation.

“Programs like Bike Share help keep our communities strong, create more jobs and ensure that people have transportation options they can rely on now and in the future,” said Steven Del Duca, Minister of Transportation. “Whether you bike to work, school or for leisure, this investment is about expanding the current network of bike stations to create a more sustainable way to get around. Providing more cycling options for people and families to get around and stay active is one of the ways we are showing our commitment to helping the environment, promoting cycling and improving travel options in Ontario.”

"By expanding Bike Share Toronto, residents will have more options to get around the city. More bikes on our streets means fewer cars on our roads, helping to reduce congestion and improve the air we breathe,” said Mayor John Tory. “I’d like to thank the Province of Ontario for investing in Toronto and helping double the amount of bikes available to share. Whether it’s by foot, bike, public transit or car, we’re working together to get Toronto moving.”

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The majority of the new bikes (800) and stations (80) were purchased through a $4.9 million partnership, announced July 2015, between Metrolinx and the TPA. The remaining bikes (200) and stations (40) contributing to the expansion were provided by the TPA.

As part of the TPA-Metrolinx partnership, those who sign up for a new Bike Share Toronto membership and have a valid PRESTO card will receive 50 per cent off of the cost of their first year of membership. The discount will come into effect this summer and more details will be made available soon.

“We are excited to be moving forward with the TPA to bring more seamless transportation options to residents,” said Bruce McCuaig, President and CEO of Metrolinx. “Bike sharing is a great way to connect people to transit in the first and last kilometre of their journey, giving people more options to get where they need to go.”

“This is a giant step forward for Bike Sharing in Toronto,” said Toronto Parking Authority President Lorne Persiko. “We made a commitment to give Toronto a world class bike sharing network and today’s announcement, with the Metrolinx partnership, makes Bike Share Toronto one of the world’s best.”

In April 2016, TPA announced that following an extensive tender process, PBSC Urban Solutions, a world leader in public bike-sharing systems, was chosen as the supplier of the new bikes and stations.

"Playing an active role in the Bike Share Toronto network expansion is very important to us,” said Luc Sabbatini, CEO of PBSC Urban Solutions. “We are really proud to be working on this project with TPA and Metrolinx to offer a convenient, fast, fun, and efficient bike-sharing system to Torontonians."

In addition, new cutting edge technology has been installed into the system and a new Bike Share Toronto app, provided by Transit App is now available.

Bike Share Toronto currently has approximately 4,000 annual members and over 35,000 casual users.

New Bike Share Toronto station locations will be posted here as they come online.

About Metrolinx

Metrolinx is working to provide residents and businesses in the GTHA with a transportation system that is modern, efficient and integrated. Find out more about Metrolinx's Regional Transportation Plan for the GTHA. Find out more about GO Transit, PRESTO, and Union Pearson Express, divisions of Metrolinx.

About the TPA

The Toronto Parking Authority is a self-sustaining public corporation owned by the City of Toronto. It contributes significant revenues to the City's general reserves while successfully meeting its mandate to provide safe, attractive, conveniently located and competitively priced off- and on-street public parking, required by commercial strips and neighbouring residential areas to survive. Recognized as a world leader in parking technology services, the Parking Authority has been successful in ensuring that businesses in these areas continue to grow and neighbourhoods remain vibrant.

For more information and interview requests, please contact:

Vanessa Barrasa Metrolinx Media Relations (416) 230-3732 [email protected]

Rita Mezzanotte Toronto Parking Authority Communications (416) 271-0667 [email protected]

Monday morning advice: make sure you’ve activated your new key and that you’re using the correct one. Have a great week!

Bike Share Toronto Service Restored

We're pleased to report that Bike Share Toronto has returned to normal service. All stations are operational and bikes are back in the system. Thank you again for your patience. And if you have not yet activated your new key, now is a great time to do so. More info here: http://try.bikesharetoronto.com/updates/

Have a great weekend and enjoy your ride!

Service Updates: June 23 evening

We now have over 70 stations back online and have over 600 bikes back onto the street. We continue to work through dock repairs.

1) If you are having trouble checking out or returning a bike, try the docks closest to the kiosk.

2) If you have JUST activated your key there might be a small delay before you can use the system.

3) If you are still waiting for a key, you can download Transit App, login and use the app to unlock bikes.

Thanks again for your patience!

Service Update: June 22nd Evening

A quick status update for this evening: We've reinstalled 79 out of 80 stations. We have over 60 back online and are working to bring the rest back online quickly. We are putting more bikes back out into the system tonight and early tomorrow. We are working to ensure that all of the docks at each station are functional. This might take a few more days as it means visiting each station to make necessary repairs and updates. Please visit: https://member.bikesharetoronto.com/stations to view stations and docks available. Thank you again for your patience.

Service Updates: Limited Service Today June 22

Bike Share Toronto is still undergoing updates and service is limited. Check our map for station and dock availability. We will be rolling out more bikes as we are able to bring more stations and docks back online.

Thank you for your patience.

System Coming Back Online

We're in the process of bringing the system back online. We'll let you know as soon as it's fully operational and you can start riding again.

Thank you for your continued patience!

Delay in re-opening

We have been hard at work however, our conversion is taking longer than expected. We are delaying our re-opening by 24 hours. Thank you for your patience!

Big Changes are Coming!

We're excited to let our members know about some big changes that are coming soon to Bike share Toronto. We're going to be switching the technology that powers the system in order to be able to add more bikes and more stations later this summer.

With just a little help from our members, we can make these changes quickly and seamlessly. If you’re a current member, here's what you can expect:

This Week: Log into your account and make sure your mailing address is up to date. We'll be sending out new bike keys soon, which you'll need for the new system.

Week of June 6: When your new bike key arrives, log into your account again to activate your new key and re-enter your billing info.

June 17–19: Bike Share Toronto will shut down for 3 days so the technicians can switch out all of the station hardware. (Don't worry, we'll extend your membership by 3 extra days to make up for the lost time.)

June 20 and beyond: The new system will be up and running! Begin using your new bike key, and stay tuned for more news on the expansion plans.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work hard to improve the system. We look forward to bring you a bigger and better Bike Share Toronto!

webiketo

Bike Share Toronto #WeBikeTO Bike Share Toronto is looking for 12 fabulous and social media savvy people to discover and promote the bike sharing experience. Your mission: Go on six urban adventures from any of our locations, take photos of your trips using your smartphone and share them over social media.

Apply for the team if you:

Are at least 18 years of age

Live in the area where Toronto Bike Share operates its service

Own a smartphone and are a savvy social media user

Will be living in Toronto for three months any time between April - September 2015

Can attend a couple meetings 6-8pm on Thursday evenings during this period.

Are up for discovering new neighbourhoods and downtown Toronto!

Some of the incentives we have lined up for you:

A profile on the Bike Share website

Marketing and social media work experience, with reference letter.

Free Bike Share Toronto subscription.

Some additional freebies from our partners!

Please answer the following questions in an e-mail with attachments:

Your name, age and the closest Bike Share Station to you.

Occupation, industry & company.

Links of your facebook, twitter handle and instagram handle, feel free to include your blog etc. – let us connect with you and check out your online presence.

Two or three sentences that describes who you are. If you are selected this will be used on our team bio page.

A photo of yourself at least 150px by 150px. This will be used on our bio page as well.

Three interesting photos you’ve taken / something fun. Its ok if other people are in the photos. These will not be used outside the selection process.

Are you currently a Bike Share member? (looking for both new and existing members)

What interests you about bike sharing or biking in general?

Tell us about a cool trip or place in the city you’ve been to. Why was it so much fun?!

Why do you want to be on our team?

Applications should be sent to: [email protected]

The deadline to apply is March 23, 2015. Huge plus if you submit early (makes our job easier).

Spring is near and we are in dire need of it!

Join our #webikeTO committee to roam around the city, meet new people, share your thoughts on our system to make it better and get a free membership & food!

Check it out!

www.bikesharetoronto.com/WeBikeTO

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#webikeTO is back again! We are now taking in applications to be part of the we bike to committee! Learn more at bikesharetoronto.com/webiketo Repost from our last year participant @josephtravers #biketo #bikingtoronto #ilikebikes #toronto

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