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Talk to your employer about getting OnBoard

Changing how you get to work is one of the most significant actions you can take to bring energy efficiency into your everyday life. TransLink's TravelSmart Program can help your workplace commuters with discounted transit passes, teleworking, guaranteed ride home, ride-sharing and other green commuting options.

One day a week don't go it alone

At least one day each week, get to work without having to drive alone. Establish alternative travel habits at least one day a week. Check out the information in our on the move section for ideas about how to change your commute to work with a view to choosing a cleaner, greener, healthier mode of transportation.

Commute to work by bike

It really isn't that hard, will save you a lot of money and you will get very fit. Discovery's Planet Green has a great top ten list of where to start. With suggestions like find a safe and pleasant route, doing a test run, finding a safe place to park - they are sure you get you pedaling!

Sign your workplace up for commuter challenges

Encourage your colleagues on their way to a more green commute with some healthy competition. Join the Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition's Bike to Work Week or the national Commuter Challenge and track your workplace commutes during their annual events. Commuter stations and prizes offer additional motivation.

Brian's commute

brian's commute

Brian is known as one of the few film executives in town who cycles to work. Brian's also been busy spearheading the new eco-friendly direction of his TV show Robson Arms. There's much to celebrate. The film crew is using a bio-diesel generator and the production caterers are using washable plates and cutlery. Brian has inspired internal commuter competitions and is now providing hybrid vehicles for picking up cast members!