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Sustainable transportation

As Concordians, we have many of options when it comes to getting to and from the university. Find out what services are available on campus and check out our list of external resources!

Concordia commuting services

Find out about the services and support available to you in your quest for sustainable commuting options!

Cycling

Explore the services we offer cyclists at Concordia!

BIXI on Campus

There are currently six BIXI stations on or near the downtown SGW Campus and two at Loyola.

Every year, BIXI offers a discount for Concordia students, faculty and staff: 15% off an annual membership!

Learn more about the promotion.

Abandoned Bike Procedure and Bike Sweeps

Every year, Facilities Management removes abandoned bikes from the bike racks to make way for active cyclists to park. Confiscated bikes are held by security for a three-month storage period, after which they’re donated to an organization that recycles and refurbishes them.

Secure Indoor Bike Parking Facility (SGW)

The downtown Concordia Secure Indoor Bike Parking Facility offers bike racks in a locked cage area — offering a higher level of security for commuters against theft. Our goal is to provide a safer place for your bike, protected from the weather.

All Concordia members can purchase an Access Pass and register to use the facility for authorized bikes (see below). Bike Pass registration comes with access to bike tools and lockers. Members are also eligible for a discounted membership at Le Gym, where they can use the showers.

Learn more about bike parking at Concordia

PERFORM Centre Shower Pass (Loyola)

The PERFORM Centre and the Office of Sustainability are launching the pilot phase of a new service for cyclists.

If you are a staff member who frequently bikes to the Loyola campus and who wishes to avail of shower facilities, sign up for a Shower Pass at the PERFORM Centre Gym!

Purchase a $15 pass for the remainder of the fall semester and get:

shower access
one free towel card
locker access

Please email christina.weiss@concordia.ca to register or for more information.

As this is a pilot phase, you will also be asked to submit your feedback at the end of the semester so that we can improve this service in future.

Cycling Groups & Resources on Campus

Concordia Cycling is an association grouping all the undergraduate cycling enthusiasts of Concordia. The main goal of the club is to provide a safe and friendly environment for weekly organized rides opened to all.

Right to Move is a non-profit organization that was started in the spring of 1997 by a group who believed bicycles are a form of transportation that should be available to all, regardless of gender, age, wealth or ethnicity.

Le Petit Vélo Rouge (LPVR) is a collectively run campus and community bike organization in Montreal. The organization was founded in 2010 with the short-term goal of repairing used bicycles for sale to students at Concordia and across Montreal campuses. Our long term goal of the project is to be a community focused bicycle repair shop at the Loyola campus.

The Concordia Library Sustainability Resource Guide is a tool for students, faculty and staff to help explore sutainability research resources. The Guide has links to biking and sustainability book and video recommendations, organizations and other literature material.

Concordia Shuttle Bus

Concordia's shuttle bus is one of the easiest ways to travel between campuses besides cycling. Access is free! Just show your student or staff ID while boarding.

Check out the shuttle bus schedule for more information

Plug-in Electric Vehicles

Concordia University has four Level 1 (120 v) outlets to charge electric vehicles. Two of them are located at the Loyola Campus and two are at the SGW Campus.

Loyola:

One 120 v outlet at the Terrebonne Parking lot (P5)
One 120 v outlet at the Sports Complex Parking Lot (P7)

SGW:

Two 120 v outlets at the LB Building Indoor Garage

Find more about parking at Concordia here.

EV charging stations are also available on street parking close to Concordia University. Find a station here.

Reduced-fare Public Transit Pass

Montreal has one of the finest and most affordable public transportation networks in North America - buses, metros and trains link the University to the rest of the metropolitan area, Laval, the West Island and the North and South shores.

Student discount

All full-time students at Concordia have access to a 40% fare reduction on a transit pass with the STM. For information on reduced-fare transit pass at Concordia's Birks Student Service Centre

Tax credit

Don’t forget, the Federal Government now gives a transit pass tax credit.

Commuter Habits Survey

What modes does our community use to get to and from Concordia and why? What is the potential for more sustainable modes of transport?

Download the summary report of the 2019 Commuter Habits Survey

Transport Amenities Map

Click here to view a map of the transport amenities on and between our two campuses, including bike parking and bike paths!

External commuting resources

There are plenty of options available in Montreal to help you get to campus!

Safe Cycling Resources

Did you know that 5%-10% of single-bicycle crashes are caused by bicycle malfunction? Here are some resources on bike repairs and maintenance!

BikeRide

Biking to Concordia's two campuses is easy with dedicated bike lanes. Here are some rules of the road and tips to stay safe.

Velo Quebec's Safe Biking Guide (French Only)

The League of American Bicyclists

Sociéte de l'assurance automobile du Québec

Car Sharing

Car sharing is a great alternative to owning a car in Montreal. No expensive maintenance fees, no insurance fees, and you don’t pay for gas!

The best part? All of the vehicles available through these car-sharing programs are either hybrid or fully electric.

Communauto

Communauto is a car sharing service that offers flexible packages based on usage. With reservation for roundtrips...Communauto OR without reservation for one-way trips...Auto-Mobile

You can find out more information and where the closest station is by visiting, www.communauto.com

Planning your Commute

It's easy to use public transit! Use the tools below to figure out which modes to use and where you can catch them.

STM online trip planner
Plan your trip by using the STM’s trip planner at stm.info

Trip planner apps
You can also use the Transit Montreal app for easy access to all public transit options near you at any time. iOS / Android

Transportation-related research and news

STEM SIGHTS: The Concordian who wants to enhance your metro ride

March 8, 2018

How 4D simulation can bring construction projects in on time — and on budget

June 7, 2016

The big dig: a global software solution for road, water and sewer repairs

February 9, 2016

Sustainability initiatives