More e-bikes are coming to more areas in Whistler. The Evolve-E-Bike Share program is returning to Whistler for a third season with more e-bikes, according to a press release sent by BCAA, which manages the program.
BCAA has announced a partnership with Whistler Blackcomb and will gradually expand to 110 e-bikes and 23 parking zones over the summer in Whistler. New parking zones around the region include Rainbow Park, Lakeside Park, Fitzsimmons Park, Spruce Grove Park, Whistler Conference Centre, Nester’s Market, Alpine Café and Whistler Public Library.
RMOW and Evolve have worked to bring the electric e-bike share service to Whistler since 2022. To further support active transportation in Whistler, BCAA said it will partner with Whistler Blackcomb to expand Evolve Parking Zones to key neighbourhoods, including Creekside at the Creekside Parking lot and several staff housing areas such as Blackcomb, Brio, and Westside staff housing.
“We are excited to partner with BCAA’s Evolve E-Bike Share to promote a more sustainable future for Whistler,” says Belinda Trembath, COO of Whistler Blackcomb. “By integrating e-bike parking zones into our properties, we can connect neighbourhoods like Creekside and offer our staff convenient, eco-friendly transportation options. This partnership reflects our commitment to achieving zero net emissions by 2030.”
Mayor Jack Crompton said shifting from cars to embracing walking, cycling, and expanded transit usage is a vital step in curbing emissions as part of our Big Moves Climate Action Strategy.
“I was truly inspired by the growth we saw in our e-bike share pilot program last year and I’m excited for the positive shift this is making on our transportation landscape. As we introduce additional e-bike parking zones this summer—extending to Creekside, lakes, and park areas—I am optimistic we’ll see an even greater community impact. We will continue to monitor this program, and any adjustments made, to respect our community partners.”
Users can book Evolve E-Bikes through the Evo App. After a free sign-up, members can use the Evo App to see where their nearest e-bike is and book it by selecting a pin or scanning a bike’s QR code using the app —starting and ending each trip at the push of a button.