Please review these requirements and suggested additional services before registering.
Certification Criteria for Accomodations
Obligatory/Minimum Requirements
- Covered and secure bike storage area
- Cycling information, including any published cycling route maps (if there are no cycling maps for the area, access to Internet-connected computer)
- Staff able to direct cyclists to information on cycling routes in immediate area, local bike shops and hours, bicycle rental and tour operators, weather reports
- Basic bicycle repair toolset (see in Participants Tool Kit, Appendix A; or on-line in Network Participant-Only Resources)
- Healthy, local food and beverage options, if served on-site
- Assistance with Welcome Cyclists Network evaluation whenever possible, including informing the Network of the number of room nights sold to cycle tourists, and inviting cyclists to review the accommodation
- All frontline staff informed of participation in Welcome Cyclists Network, and above services and amenities
- And any additional requirements as may be established through consultation
Certification Criteria for Campgrounds
Obligatory/Minimum Requirements
- Separate zone for guests with tents, preferably a grassed area that is flat and smooth
- Covered and secure bike storage area
- Cycling information, including any published cycling route maps (if there are no cycling maps for the area, access to Internet-connected computer)
- Staff able to direct cyclists to information on cycling routes in immediate area, local bike shops and hours, bicycle rental and tour operators, weather reports
- Basic bicycle repair toolset (see in Participants Tool Kit, Appendix A; or on-line in Network Participant-Only Resources)
- Healthy, local food and beverage options, if served on-site
- Assistance with Welcome Cyclists Network evaluation whenever possible, including informing the Network of the number of nights stayed by cycle tourists, and inviting cyclists to review the campground accommodation
- All frontline staff informed of participation in Welcome Cyclists Network, and above services and amenities
- And any additional requirements as may be established through consultation
Certification Criteria for Food Services
Obligatory/Minimum Requirements
- Healthy food options on menu
- Inclusion of local foods and specialities, whenever possible
- Secure daytime bike lock-up area in most visible location possible – preferably bicycle stands or posts for bike parking – or provisions for cyclists to bring bikes onto property (e.g., patio)
- Cycling information for region, if available, including any published cycling route maps
- Assistance with Welcome Cyclists Network evaluation whenever possible, including informing the Network of the number of cycle tourists visiting the location, and inviting cyclists to review the location
- All frontline staff informed of participation in Welcome Cyclists Network, and above services and amenities
- And any additional requirements as may be established through consultation
Certification Criteria for Tourist Attractions
Obligatory/Minimum Requirements
- Secure daytime bike lock-up area, such as bicycle stands or posts for bike parking in most visible location possible
- Access to washrooms, rest area (preferably covered) and water (either from a water fountain or by purchase from a concession stand)
- Cycling information for region, if available, including any published cycling route maps
- Healthy, local food and beverage options, if served on-site
- Assistance with Welcome Cyclists Network evaluation whenever possible, including informing the Network of the number of cycle tourists visiting the location, and inviting cyclists to review the location
- All frontline staff informed of participation in Welcome Cyclists Network, and above services and amenities
- And any additional requirements as may be established through consultation
Certification Criteria for Other Listings
If your business provides services to cyclists (e.g., bike shop, service, tours, rentals), please use this category. If your business or organization is interested in participating in the Welcome Cyclists Network and does not fall into any of the other categories listed, please use this category, and when providing your listing name (i.e., business name), include a category type. If you have any enquiries, contact us by email or phone to provide any additional information.
Obligatory/Minimum Requirements
There are no certification criteria at present
Suggested Additional Services
- Display of Welcome Cyclists Network decal
- All frontline staff informed of participation in Welcome Cyclists Network
Phone: 416-338-5083 or toll free: 1-866-333-4491
Email: information [at] welcomecyclists.ca
