Perks

What are the short-term perks of "shifting gears"?!

Besides comradery, competition and fun ... prizes, prizes and more prizes! Every time you participate in the Shifting Gears Workplace Transportation Challenge you will be entered into a draw for great prizes. In addition, our Shifting Gears ambassador will be out and about in our community for the month of May catching participants shifting gears!

There are many generous businesses and organization in Peterborough that have contributed to the Shifting Gears Workplace Transportation Challenge. A special thank you to:

Employers will be competing in one of five categories: Small, Medium and Large Workplace or Master's Class (these are the workplaces that have an exceptional tradition of participating in active and efficient commuting). The best of each category will be awarded the coveted Travel-Wise Employer award and will be featured in the media and on several websites. In addition to awards for best participation, all workplaces, regardless of participation points, will be considered for a special leadership category. A Travel-Wise Leader persuades other companies to participate and/or demonstrates notable enthusiasm in the competition.

What are the long-term benefits of active and efficient commuting?!

Active and efficient transportation provides many benefits to individuals, our employers and our community.

• Increase productivity and engagement through improved health, energy, and overall wellbeing,
• Improve recruitment and retention of employees due to the support of transportation alternatives,
• Increase workplace profile as promoting environmentally-friendly activities,
• Reduce on-site parking demand and related maintenance costs.

• Improve physical and mental health through increased physical activity,
• Provide commuter options and reduce the financial burdens of operating a vehicle, and
• Support individuals as they "do their part" to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and poor air quality.

• Decrease traffic congestion and the potential for vehicle collisions,
• Put more "eyes on the street", improving street safety,
• Improve the enjoyment and accessibility of our neighbourhoods,
• Reduce the necessity of road maintenance and construction due to excess use, and
• Showcase our community as being a steward of our environment.

Sign my workplace up now!
Sign me up as a participant now!

Free Bike Check-Ups Every Friday for Shifting Gears Participants Courtesy of Wild Rock Outfitters