Capital Bike has six full-time staff, two part-time staff, a volunteer Board of Directors and dozens of program volunteers.
We’re proof that less is more and that a dedicated team can not only move mountains but encourage people to ride them. We rely heavily on companies, organizations, and individuals who appreciate the culture and commerce benefits of a bike-friendly and focused community.
Kristin is a keen cyclist with an affection for getting more people on bikes! She believes in the power of cycling – improving one’s mind, body, community, and planet!
Khadoni is both a commuter and recreational cyclist with a passion for the natural world. They have a background in environmental studies, geomatics, and urban outdoor education. Their dream is to connect active and public transportation infrastructure advocacy and education with safer cities and healthier ecosystems. When they aren’t on a bike or in the water, they can be found lounging around the incredible public spaces in the region.
Lana Taves is a Senior Bike Skills Instructor. Lana values the physical and mental benefits of biking, from increased energy to the feeling of self-powered, low-carbon freedom. She holds Master of Resource and Environmental Management degree.
Rebecca, a graduate of Kinesiology from Université Laval, is dedicated to making movement an integral part of daily life for everyone. Passionate about inclusivity, she strives to create spaces where physical activity is accessible and enjoyable for all. Rebecca is on a mission to foster a healthier and more active community!
Niki Sutherland is a parent and a librarian with over a decade of governance experience in the non-profit sector. Her professional values of social responsibility, access, and inclusion and diversity align with and drive her passion for her role with Capital Bike. She is a long-time year-round cycle commuter having ridden in cities across Canada and internationally. She is an occasional triathlete and chicken mom.
Douglas Baer is a Professor Emeritus (retired faculty) at the University of Victoria who still sometimes teaches statistics seminars around the world. He is a former President of the UVic Faculty Association, the Confederation of BC Faculty Associations and the Canadian Sociological Association and has also served as President of his Saanich community association. He has lived in Saanich for just over 20 years, prior to which he spent 15 years attempting get around by bike in Fake London (Ontario). Annually, for every km. he puts on the shared family automobile, he bikes between 5-10km.
Edward is the former the President of the Greater Victoria Cycling Coalition. Since relocating to Victoria from Calgary in the early 2000s, Edward has enjoyed the amazing bike rides, landscapes and people of Vancouver Island. He’s works in community development and resides in the Tillicum Gorge neighborhood with his wife Lyanne, son Arlo, and two cats.
Emmy Blouin is a fundraising professional, an Advancement Specialist with the Royal Roads University Advancement team. She led the fund development for Indigenous-led organizations and national non-profits. Additionally, brings numerous years of experience in board governance, sport development and event management. In every professional field, Emmy’s focus remains on community development. She is an avid cyclist, whether it be on the asphalt, dirt or gravel and a strong proponent for active transportation.
Joel is a lifelong Saanich Peninsula resident who has cycled all his life. He enjoys exploring the region’s natural and cultural scenes. A passionate advocate for cycling, urbanism, sustainability and social justice, Joel is the co-chair of Capital Bike’s Advocacy Committee. Joel graduated from UVic in 2022 with a BA in Political Science and Geography, and one day aspires to become an urban planner.
John Alexander is a Victoria lawyer. He has significant experience in governance and advising not for profits and serving on amateur sport boards. John’s interest in cycling is as a commuter cyclist, and competitive rider, and enjoys bicycles for fun, sport and health.
Rebecca Freedman is a Director with the Office of the Superintendent of Professional Governance. She has a background in community-based social marketing. Rebecca has successfully built and supported the implementation of community programs and campaigns across B.C. to address air quality and community food waste. Rebecca is a dedicated cycling commuter and has raised her daughters to love biking, first riding on the back of her cargo bike, and now confidently riding their own bikes to school everyday.
Chris is a professional musician, application developer and IT consultant. He is an avid cyclist, attempting to live as car-light as possible. If he’s not on tour or staring at a screen, he’s probably out in the woods somewhere on his bike.
Capital Bike is always on the lookout for new and exciting ways to get involved in the community and grow our programs.
Have an idea? What to get involved? Let’s get in touch!
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@capitalbikeca
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