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Motorcycling During the Pandemic – Safe At Home is Best
Canadian riders thinking about motorcycling during the pandemic: MCC supports the position of the International Motorcycling Federation. FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) is the global governing body for motorcycle racing. We think the following release is the correct global response...
Welcome to the 2019-2020 MCC Board of Directors
Letter from new MCC Chair Chris Bourque To our valued membership, I am happy to announce that the Motorcyclists Confederation of Canada has recently held its Annual General Meeting, and as a result, we are pleased to welcome some new members to our Board of Directors. The MCC has elected Hélène...
Congratulations to 2019 Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame Inductees
Honouring motorcycle legends at the 14th annual Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Banquet and Reunion This year, seven legends and champions will be honoured at the 14th Annual Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Banquet and Reunion on November 2, 2019, in Toronto, ON. Canadian...
Motorcycle relay unites women riders around the globe
The first global motorcycle relay has crossed Canada! The Women Riders World Relay (WRWR) made its Canadian debut on Saturday, September 14, 2019, in Vancouver. Over 11 days women guardians have carried a hand-carved baton across seven provinces. The relay has brought women from all walks of life...
SAFETY
The art of motorcycle maintenance as it applies to safety
Motorcycle Maintenance for Safety The first step should always be to wash the bike. You just can’t work on a dirty bike and it gives you the opportunity to find faults. Older bikes used to vibrate stuff off. While newer bikes aren’t as susceptible, you can’t predict the extent of neglect. Loose...
Drivers Play a Vital Role in Motorcycle Safety
Distracted Drivers Kill Motorcyclists One million Canadian motorcyclists are back on the roads and trails. May signals the arrival of warmer weather and the official launch of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. This year, the Motorcyclists Confederation of Canada (MCC) is reminding all drivers...
Pledge Your Commitment to Motorcycle Safety
Take the Motorcycle Safety Pledge Are you a motorcyclist who puts safety first? Do you share a love of riding with other motorcyclists? Are you active on social media and in your community? If you said yes to any of these questions, then you can help your fellow motorcyclists. Become a Safety...
Motorcyclists Making a Difference
MPs Recognize Canadian Motorcyclists To help launch our annual May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month campaign, MCC initiated a program to find Canadian motorcyclists making a difference in their local communities. We asked MPs to nominate individuals or groups who give back to the community...
ON-ROAD
Riding With Celebrities
Inspirational motorcycling quotes from famous Canadians We may see them on TV or the big screen, or hear their songs are on your playlists. But did you know these proud Canadians also have two wheels in their garage? Whether they are looking for an escape, or to connect with fellow motorcyclists,...
Take the Motorcycle Commuter Challenge
Ride Your Motorcycle to Work Summer is finally here again across the country, and it’s a great time of year to take your motorcycle out for a ride. But motorcycles are for more than just pleasure rides. They are a great alternative to driving a car. Their smaller size means better fuel efficiency,...
Canada’s Worst Roads got me thinking
By Mark Tharme Each year the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) publishes their annual list of Canada’s Worst Roads. Drivers, motorcyclists, cyclists and pedestrians vote for the roads they think are in most need of improvement – be it potholes, congestion, safety concerns or poor road signs. I...
Take the Motorcycle Safety Pledge
Show Your Support for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month After a long, cold Canadian winter, motorcyclists are eager to get back on the roads. Warmer spring weather signals the start of the motorcycle season – that’s why May is officially recognized as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. The...
OFF-ROAD
A champion of volunteerism, off-road riding and the great outdoors
Connecting a community of riders in Nova Scotia It’s the summer of 1974. Picture a group of kids hanging out with family and friends at the cottage. Then the rev of a Honda Z50 engine caught an 11-year-old’s attention. All the kids gathered around, looking forward to their turn on Kenny’s...
My Summer Holidays
School's out . . . Choice is yours The much-anticipated summer holidays have just begun but boredom may have already set in. Boredom comes with side effects too. Crankiness, depression and possibly getting into trouble can result. These kids are just not fun to be around. Another side effect of...
Plan your ride before hitting the trails
New Off-Road Council videos encourage motorcyclists to plan for a safe ride We love riding the trails – exploring the natural beauty of Canada’s wilderness, spending time with family and friends, and enjoying life on two wheels. But we also realize how important it is to plan for a safe ride....
Stay physically active while enjoying the thrill of the ride
The health benefits of off-road motorcycling It’s a goal we aspire to every year – to eat healthier and be more active. With a heightened awareness of the importance of improving our emotional, physical and mental health, people are looking for activities to improve their overall well-being. Did...
COMPETITION
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