To the Dutch, cycling is as normal as breathing. They don’t think about it, they just do it. Perhaps the fact that they don’t think about it is the key to the bicycle’s success there. But because they do not give cycling a second thought, they don’t really know what the deeper needs of cyclists are. WHY WE CYCLE takes a ride with ordinary cyclists and specialists from a variety of disciplines. These conversations uncover some obvious, but even more hidden effects of cycling, on people, on societies, and on the organization of cities.

Modacity are proud to present the B.C. premiere of Dutch documentary WHY WE CYCLE, which will be screening at the Rio Theatre on Monday, May 7. The 56-minute film will be followed by a half-hour panel discussion with local politicians, bike advocates, and business leaders including Navdeep Chhina (HUB Cycling, Director of Communications), Charles Gauthier (Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association, President and CEO), and Tanya Paz (Vision Vancouver, City Council Candidate).

Learn more about the film HERE

Monday, May 7
Doors 6:15 pm | Film 7:00 pm

Advance tickets $13 HERE

*Sorry, Rio Theatre Groupons and passes not accepted for this event.
**Must be 19+ w/ID for main floor seating. Minors OK in the balcony.

These events would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors: BikeMaps.org, Carscadden Stokes McDonald Architects, HUB Cycling, Modus Planning Design & Engagement, Reckless Bikes, Richards Buell Sutton Lawyers, Urban Systems Ltd., Bike Doctor, DIALOG, Dudoc Vancouver, Mobi Bikes, Netherlands Consulate Vancouver, Shift Delivery, Capital Regional District, and TapBike.