Mission

Making Edmonton a friendlier place to walk, roll and cycle.

Vision

Edmonton is a multi-modal city where active transportation is a safe, accessible, year-round option for all.

Goals

1. Promote safe, accessible, enjoyable active transportation for all
2. Advocate for active-transportation infrastructure, policy and leading practices
3. Bust active-transportation myths
4. Foster community and relationships with allies
5. Grow a diverse, engaged and inclusive membership

History

Read about our organization’s history.

Our Board

Learn more about what it’s like to be on our board.

Brandon Kwong – Chair

Brandon Kwong’s perfect day starts with one commute through the river valley, two “good mornings” along the trail, and at least three good cups of coffee. He’s lived in walkable neighbourhoods around the world but calls Edmonton home, and has been actively transporting here year-round since 2017. He’s an operations nerd, working with local startups and volunteering in the Edmonton tech community. N = 6.

Cheryl Villetard – Vice Chair

Cheryl Villetard is an Edmonton enthusiast that’s passionate about multi-modal transportation, accessibility and environmental sustainability. She has a bachelor of commerce degree from the University of Alberta focused in human resources and marketing, and currently works as a human resources professional. She strongly believes in the power of community, empathy and collaboration, and is excited about what we can collectively accomplish for the city’s future. In her free time, she loves keeping up with Edmonton’s vibrant food scene, enjoying festivals and events around the city, and cuddling with her dog.

Ryan Jacques – Treasurer

Ryan Jacques is a passionate voice for building a thriving and livable city with quality transportation options for all Edmontonians. By day he works on the tech team of an environmental consulting company, graduating from Computing Science with a Business Minor from the University of Alberta in 2022. His eyes were opened to the importance of urban planning as a lucky recipient of a free pair of studded tires from Bike Edmonton’s 2024 WinterCity studded tire challenge, with this newfound transportation freedom giving him the motivation to use his time and energy to fight for a more equitable and fiscally responsible city. To stay sane, he also loves curling and playing the piano in his spare time.

Alysha Woodford – Secretary

Alysha Woodford is new to the city of Edmonton but has quickly fallen in love with the vibrant, active community here. Bringing a diverse background in administrative skills, combined with a love of cycling and active transportation, Alysha is excited to help bring her passions for walking, cycling and transit to a new life. In her free time, she enjoys exploring the city in search of good coffee with her partner, son and 2 big dogs, sewing and crocheting, or curling up at home with a good book. 

Tania Sarkar – Director-at-Large

Tania Sarkar is a lawyer by profession and has practiced in the areas of criminal and human rights law for over two decades.  She also has an MA in Justice Studies, a program focused on social justice from an interdisciplinary perspective. Over the years, she has been involved in various community initiatives relating to equity, diversity, and access to justice.  In her spare time, Tania is an amateur visual artist and enjoys making (and sampling) ice cream, growing succulents, and riding her bike slowly.

Tyrel Brochu – Director-at-large

Tyrel Brochu (he/him) grew up in Peace River and has called Edmonton home since 2002. He is passionate about helping others experience the joy, wonder, and freedom of exploring their communities outside the confines of a vehicle. Tyrel earned his MSc (Urban & Regional Planning) from the University of Alberta. The focus of his Master’s research project was on the value and need for community engagement and public participation. He volunteers with the Wîhkwêntôwin Community League and he co-chairs the Wîhkwêntôwin Neighbourhood Renewal Engagement Committee. When he’s not on his bike, you might find him lindy hop dancing at the Sugar Swing Ballroom or finding other ways to express himself creatively. He is currently the Director for the Office of the Chancellor & Senate at the University of Alberta.

Terry Skidnuk – Director-at-Large

Terry Skidnuk has spent the past 20 years of his career in public health and wellness sharing his passion to get people moving and connecting. He’s a workplace wellness advisor with Alberta Blue Cross and a certified personal trainer and fitness instructor. Over time, he’s come to realize that how we design and program our cities, neighbourhoods and workplaces has a significant impact on the health and well-being of people in how they live, work, play and move around. Terry is a proud, lifelong Edmontonian, who has always lived north of the river but loves exploring all the amazing parts of this city.

Ben Magalnick – Director-at-Large

Ben Magalnick is an enthusiastic bike commuter and an undergraduate student in the honors physiology program at the University of Alberta. As a member of the City of Edmonton Youth Council, he has worked on initiatives relating to transit and community safety. Ben cares deeply about ensuring that active transportation, vibrant streets and nature are accessible for all. In his free time, Ben enjoys triathlon training and coaching at the UofA Tri Club, mountain biking, and exploring Edmonton’s river valley.

Natalie Darrah – Director-at-Large

Natalie Darrah holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies and currently works on climate change and health adaptation at the University of Alberta. Born and raised in central Edmonton, she is passionate about the co-benefits of active transportation for climate change mitigation, personal wellbeing, and community engagement in our city. She is a cycling enthusiast, avid volunteer, and personal assistant to a spoiled cat. In her spare time, you can find her running in Edmonton’s river valley, biking down Keillor Road, or trekking across the city with her backpack.

Evan Littauer – Director-at-Large

Evan Littauer moved to Edmonton to pursue a BSc in Forestry at the University of Alberta and quickly fell in love with the River Valley and activism community in the city. Over time he has been involved with community building initiatives with climate advocacy, conservation, and active transportation groups. Having moved to Edmonton without a car, Evan has experienced first hand how accessible active transportation can benefit everyone and has developed a passion for getting other Edmontonians cycling year-round. You can also catch him fixing drainage on trails as a Trail Lead with the Edmonton Mountain Bike Association, and organizing initiatives with the Canadian Birkebeiner Society.