FAQ

The Guelph Community for Active Transportation (GCAT) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting walking, cycling, and transit in Guelph, Ontario. We advocate for safer streets, better cycling infrastructure, and more sustainable transportation options for our community.

GCAT is a registered not-for-profit organization incorporated under the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act, 2010 (ONCA). We are committed to transparent governance and community accountability.

While we are not currently a registered charity, we periodically evaluate whether charitable status would better serve our mission and our supporters. If you have thoughts on this — or feel that charitable tax receipts would encourage you to contribute — we’d love to hear from you.

Our AGM is held annually, typically in the spring. The date and location are announced on our News & Events page, through our newsletter, and on our social media channels. All members are welcome to attend and participate either virtually or in person.

You can become a GCAT member by visiting our Membership page. Membership helps support our advocacy work and gives you a voice in our community initiatives. Members also receive updates on events, projects, and opportunities to get involved.

As a GCAT member, you can vote at our AGM, join working groups and community rides, and enjoy discounts at local bike shops like Speed River Bicycle, Paramount Sports, and Backpeddling. Your membership also strengthens our voice when advocating with city officials. The more members we have, the greater our impact. With tiers starting at $0, everyone can be part of the movement.

You can support GCAT by visiting our Donate page. Every contribution helps us advocate for better cycling infrastructure, safer streets, and more sustainable transportation in Guelph.

We’d love to have you volunteer with us! Visit our Volunteer page to learn about current opportunities, or contact us directly. We have opportunities ranging from event support to advocacy work and community outreach.

Absolutely! We welcome partnerships with local businesses and organizations that share our vision for active transportation. Whether it’s sponsorship, event collaboration, or advocacy support, please reach out to us to discuss opportunities.

We welcome community input! please check out Better Streets to see what we are focused on. You can share your suggestions by contacting us or attending one of our advocacy meetings. GCAT works closely with the City of Guelph to advocate for better cycling and pedestrian infrastructure.

For immediate road hazards, report them directly to the City of Guelph through their service request system. For persistent pain points identify the area than needs improvement. You can also let GCAT know about recurring infrastructure issues so we can include them in our advocacy efforts. Contact us with details about the location and issue.