How realistic is it to take part in Bike to Work Week for small business employees?

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VANCOUVER (NEWS1130) – Despite the weather, it is Bike to Work Week in Metro Vancouver.

While it may seem as simple as strapping on your helmet and a reflective waterproof jacket, it’s not all that easy.

Laura Jones with the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) says the goal of cycling all five days is not always an attainable one for employees of small and medium businesses.

“It’s a really nice idea and it’s great that it’s optional because for many people, it won’t be super realistic. Of course, you’ve got to be presentable when you come in to work. Not all offices have showers and things that you might need to make that workable in our rainy climate.”

Bigger business and larger office buildings often have more incentives to offer employees to entice them to cycle. Jones says they often have shower and changing facilities along with other amenities that make it a little easier.

The fact school is back in session is also a factor.

“It’s not going to be practical for everyone and it’s certainly not going to be practical for those with kids that they’re dropping off at daycare and that kind of thing,” says Jones.

But she adds if you’re willing to try, most bosses will try their best to accommodate your commute. “Small businesses do try to be flexible. When they have employees who want to do this kind of thing, often they are very supportive of trying to make that work.”

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