Recent Releases from Bicycle Trade Association of Canada
Last Day of ExpoCycle 2008 begins on a high note
Published Tue, 9 Sep 2008 09:54:31 EST Read More
Last Day of ExpoCycle 2008 begins on a high note ExpoCycle Update Tuesday, September 9th, 2008 There's plenty to see and do on the last day of ExpoCycle 2008. The annual bike industry trade show has been bustling since it opened, and there's optimism in the air. "It's an exciting time to be in the industry," remarked Janet O'Connell, Executive Director of the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada. "There's a real sense that Canada i...... Read More
More Releases From Bicycle Trade Association of CanadaThe Wheeling and Dealing continues at ExpoCycle
Published Mon, 8 Sep 2008 09:19:51 EST Read More
The Wheeling and Dealing continues at ExpoCycle ExpoCycle Update Monday September 8th, 2008 (Montreal, September 8, 2008) ExpoCycle 2008 kicked off with a phenomenally successful first day on Sunday. Attendance was good, the mood was great, and the Retailer Power Program seminar series debuted to rave reviews. Topics covered included: Pricing Strategies For Profits Plus Power Promoting I...... Read More
More Releases From Bicycle Trade Association of CanadaExpoCycle rolls into Montreal
Published Sun, 7 Sep 2008 08:40:03 EST Read More
ExpoCycle rolls into Montreal ExpoCycle Update Sunday September 7th, 2008 After an exciting Demo Day on the World Cup race course at Ski Bromont on Saturday September 6th, ExpoCycle moves indoors. The biggest names in the Canadian cycling industry have gathered at the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada’s annual trade show at Place Bonaventure to show off their hottest products. A show highlight will be demonstrations of the Shimano Dura-Ace’s DA-7950 shifter system. ...... Read More
More Releases From Bicycle Trade Association of CanadaBike sales soar – Canadians buying more bikes
Published Fri, 5 Sep 2008 17:10:58 EST Read More
Media Release Attention: News, Business, Lifestyles, Assignment Editors and Reporters Bike sales soar – Canadians buying more bikes Montreal Bike Trade Show popularity tied to sales activity (Montreal, September 7, 2008) Canada’s bike industry is booming. In the first half of 2008, bike (unit) sales were up 6%, and dollar sales rose 8.5% over 2007 figures. One category – the lower priced rigid mountain bikes – skyrocketed by 600%, while the commuter orient...... Read More
More Releases From Bicycle Trade Association of CanadaSki Bromont Resort to host ExpoCycle 2008 Demo Day event
Published Wed, 3 Sep 2008 08:58:36 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention:News, Business, Sport Reporters and Assignment Editors New location will give enthusiasts a chance to test latest bikes and biking products on World Cup Race track (Bromont, Quebec) Media and ExpoCycle participants are invited to ride the latest, most innovative bikes and bike products at ExpoCycle's outdoor Demo Day on Saturday, September 6, 2008 at Ski Bromont resort, an hour south of Montreal. Many of the demo products available for ...... Read More
More Releases From Bicycle Trade Association of CanadaExpoCycle 2008 breaks all registration records
Published Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:29:36 EST Read More
Media Release Attention: News, Environment, Assignment Editors and Reporters Leading the pack ExpoCycle 2008 breaks all registration records (Montreal, August 2008) ExpoCycle 2008, the Canadian bike industry's annual trade show, is shaping up to be a banner event. Organized by the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada, ExpoCycle has seen a phenomenal increase in pre-registration this year. "Registration is up 20% from where it was this time last year," says Sumar...... Read More
More Releases From Bicycle Trade Association of CanadaExpoCycle 2008 shifts into high gear
Published Thu, 10 Jul 2008 08:37:17 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: News, Environment, Assignment Editors and Reporters ExpoCycle 2008 shifts into high gear Canada's premiere bike trade show not to be missed Canada's cycling industry is gearing up for its biggest trade show of the year. ExpoCycle 2008, scheduled for September 6-9 in Montreal and Bromont Quebec, is the premiere event for Canada's cycling industry. Each year, ExpoCycle - with 90, 000 square feet of space - features over 800 of the world's best c...... Read More
More Releases From Bicycle Trade Association of CanadaToronto Bike Summit 2008
Published Thu, 3 Apr 2008 13:15:40 EST Read More
Media Advisory: Attention News, City, Transportation, Health, Environment and Assignment Editors Toronto Bike Summit 2008 Leading international bicycle transportation experts to discuss policies to encourage cycling (Toronto, 2008) On Friday April 25th, join leading transportation thinkers, practitioners and decision-makers at Bike Summit 2008. The Toronto Coalition for Active Transportation (TCAT) and the Clean Air Partnership (CAP) are hosting this unique one-d...... Read More
More Releases From Bicycle Trade Association of CanadaInterview Opportunity: Statistics Canada - Commuting Trends and Bicycling
Published Wed, 2 Apr 2008 16:32:25 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity: Usman Valiante, Director, Cycling Advocacy, Bicycle Trade Association of Canada What: Mr. Valiante is available to discuss the 2006 Statistics Canada Census data concerning Canadian transportation trends and the dramatic increase in bicycle use across Canada. Mr. Valiante will discuss the 20% increase since 2001 of Canadians who have adopted the bike as their primary method of transportation and the rise in the number of females over their male counterp...... Read More
More Releases From Bicycle Trade Association of CanadaHow to get the most out of your new bike
Published Wed, 2 Apr 2008 08:59:54 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from Janet O’Connell, Executive Director of the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada (BTAC). It is available for publishing at no charge, provided Ms. O’Connell is cited as the author. She may be reached at 905-853-5031. Gear up for spring! How to get the most out of your new bike With spring just around the corner, so is another cycling season. For many people, this will mean purchasing a new bike. The first thing you need to ...... Read More
More Releases From Bicycle Trade Association of CanadaBudget extends PST exemption on bikes and accessories to 2010
Published Wed, 26 Mar 2008 19:47:10 EST Read More
Media Release – For Immediate Release Ontario breaks for bikes Budget extends PST exemption on bikes and accessories to 2010 (Toronto, March 26, 2008) Ontario’s latest provincial budget features a two year extension of the tax holiday on bikes, introduced last December. Bikes that cost less than $1,000, bike helmets and select bike safety equipment are exempt from the Ontario Provincial Sales Tax (PST) until December 31, 2010. Pete Lilly, President of the Bicycl...... Read More
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