Question 1

What is BPAT?

Accepted Answer

BPAT stands for the Bike Parking Alliance of Toronto. We're a grassroots group that maps where bike parking is missing in Toronto and works directly with property owners to get racks installed.

Question 2

What does BPAT stand for?

Accepted Answer

BPAT stands for Bike Parking Alliance of Toronto. We advocate for secure, abundant bicycle parking across the city.

Question 3

How does BPAT work?

Accepted Answer

BPAT follows three steps: (1) Map the gaps — we document where bike parking is missing and who owns the property. (2) Make the case — we bring owners the case for bike racks: low cost, unused space, vendors included. (3) Get racks in the ground — owner says yes, the rack goes in.

Question 4

Where does BPAT operate?

Accepted Answer

BPAT operates across Toronto, Ontario, Canada. We focus on suburban plazas and older apartment buildings — the two areas with the worst bike parking gaps.

Question 5

How can I get involved with BPAT?

Accepted Answer

Visit bpat.ca or email bpat.toronto@gmail.com. You can also follow us on Instagram (@bpat.toronto), X (@BPAT_Toronto), or Bluesky (bpat-toronto.bsky.social).