Active Commute Challenge

Active Commute Challenge (ACC) is a community initiative taking place June 1–30! It’s a great way to stay active, reduce your environmental impact, and have some fun.

A few quick things to know:

• Students, faculty, and staff can all join the Lakehead University team!
• Register [http://tbayonthemove.ca/] again this year—even if you’ve participated before.
• Early bird commutes logged starting now are eligible for early bird prizes.
• Every trip where you replace a solo car ride counts—walk, bike, roll, or take transit.
• Be sure to log each trip separately (on the TBay On the Move website) for more chances to win!

In today’s world, long hours of sitting have become the norm—but your commute is one of the easiest places to reintroduce activity. Whether you walk, bike, roll, jog, carpool, or combine transit with short walks, replacing car trips with active options can have a meaningful impact on your health, energy, and the environment.

With nearly half of rush-hour trips under 5 km in Thunder Bay, many of us have simple opportunities to swap short drives for active travel. Even one active commute a week can help reduce sedentary time, boost focus, and support both physical and mental well-being.

By joining the challenge this June, you’ll be part of a workplace team competing with others across your community—tracking your trips, following your team’s progress, and climbing the leaderboard for a chance to win prizes. Build healthier habits, support a more sustainable environment, and be part of a growing movement toward active living, all while staying motivated and making every commute count.