About Us
Bikechain is an on-campus educational bicycle repair space that offers services such as:
- Free bicycle rentals for students
- A do-it-yourself shop where you can learn to fix your own bicycle with the aid of experienced mechanics
- Monthly workshops on bicycle safety and maintenance
- Leadership, employment and volunteer opportunities for students
With your support, we have taught over 35,000 people how to fix their bikes and ride safely since 2005. What you learn with the Bikechain community will last you a lifetime and it’s fun!
Staff Bios
Executive Director: Bella
Bella first became interested in learning about bicycle repair after realizing the hard way that there is rarely a bike repair shop nearby when something (inevitably) falls apart on a bike-packing trip. Do-it-yourself repair spaces empower people from a wide range of identities to fix their own bikes and connect with cycling on their own terms. The sense of wonder and confidence after landing a flat-tire mend the first time was real. Bella is drawn to being part of the intentionality and collaborative energy Bikechain directs to building safe, inclusive and accessible culture around bicycle repair.
Shop Manager: David Oliver
Since David built his first bike in 2011 (Some of that work at Bikechain), so much enjoyment has come from his involvement in the Toronto bike community. He has met and volunteered with amazing people and has helped many people that would not otherwise have been able to afford to fix their bicycles. Meeting interesting people and creating an accessible space are definitely two things that David hopes to be able to continue doing at Bikechain in the role of Shop Manager.
Accessibility Information
Bikechain is located at 230 College St, the entrance is on Huron St. The door to the shop is not automatic but the main entrance door to the building is.
There is an accessible washroom in the building.