Let's make walking, biking, and public transit safe and equitable options for getting around Chicagoland.

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And the winners are…

By Ted Villaire | August 2, 2017

Post image: Each year for the Bike Commuter Challenge, team leaders from organizations around Chicagoland recruit their colleagues to compete in the big bike commuting event. This year's event, presented by […]

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Active Trans supports 606 housing ordinance

By Ted Villaire | July 31, 2017

Post image:  Last week, Active Trans joined a passionate rally held by the Logan Square Neighborhood Association (LSNA) to show our support for the 606 affordable housing ordinance. The event […]

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Ride aims to reduce breast cancer deaths

By Ted Villaire | July 31, 2017

Post image:  On Sunday, September 17, you’re invited to participate in the 33rd annual North Shore Century  — one of Chicagoland’s premiere invitational rides.  Komen Chicago is inviting North Shore […]

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The Chicago region’s current hub-and-spoke transit system leaves nearly half a million Cook County residents stranded in transit deserts.

Want better options for walking, biking, and transit in Chicagoland? Here's your opportunity to get involved.

We want more people choosing transportation options that are healthy, fun and environmentally-friendly.

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Whether it’s at the neighborhood, regional or national level, Active Trans works with residents, lawmakers and community leaders to make biking, walking and transit easier and more inviting.

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Do you want better transportation options in the region? Getting involved with our...

Advocacy & Legislation

We work with decision makers, local organizations and community members to improve...

In Your Community

When it comes to making our streets safer and better for walking, biking, and public...

Transit

Compared to other major cities in the U.S. and abroad, our current transit system is drastically...

Bicycling

A lot has changed since our founding as the Chicagoland Bicycle Federation in 1985, but...

Walking

While Chicago consistently rates well compared to its peers throughout the world...

We envision a Chicagoland that is a fun and healthy place to live, work, and play.

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