Breaking 3 Common Myths: Learning to Cycle as an Adult
In this post, I’ll share three common myths about learning to cycle as an adult and how I overcame them, alongside practical tips that helped me along the way.
Your Complete Guide to Bike Share Toronto in 2025
We’ve put together a handy guide for you to navigate all things Bike Share in Toronto as a rider and to learn more about its perks, like discounted organizational pricing as an active transit champion.
pointA Celebrates Opening of 2026 BWC™ Applications and Launch of New Residential Site Category for Canada
June 8, 2025
Toronto, ON – pointA is proud to announce that applications for the 2026 Best Workplace for Commuters (BWC™) designation for Canada are now open. This North American designation celebrates employers, post-secondary institutions, commercial sites and now, for the first time, residential complexes, that demonstrate excellence in sustainable and commuter-friendly transportation options.
Why Best Workplace for Commuters (BWC™) Designation Matters
The BWC™ designation recognizes employers and sites that provide exceptional benefits for commuters supporting sustainable and inclusive commuting. Gaining this recognition not only builds brand credibility, but also affirms your commitment to sustainability, employee well-being, and forward-thinking workplace practices
One Fare Program: Making Transit More Simple and Affordable
Use this guide to learn how to take full advantage of the One Fare program and make your commute more efficient and cost-effective.
From Bike Lover to Bike Mechanic: Helen’s Journey Into the World of Wrenches and Wheels
Helen, a recent bike mechanic graduate, tells her story about how she got into bike mechanics. This work is part of the Bike Training Collective Canada’s work.
Insights to Drive Meaningful Commuter Programs
At pointA, we help organizations gather and interpret commuter data to design programs that can make a real difference, measuring and then designing programs to reduce emissions in a tangible way. To do this, we start by working with organizations to understand their commuter patterns to determine the emissions baseline and identify gaps through a comprehensive commuter assessment and then, create targeted programs.
Why a four-day workweek is a critical tool in your HR perks toolkit
pointA is releasing its four-day workweek report, Shifting the workweek: Why Ontario Businesses Should Consider a Four-Day Model and the results are applicable not just for Ontario businesses but across Canada.
Attract and Retain Talent with Flexible Work Models
To attract and retain employees, businesses need to explore alternative models that prioritize flexibility and work-life balance, while also adhering to return-to-office mandates that promote the benefits of in-person work. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution.
All of your carpool questions answered: Employer Edition
We answer the top 7 questions that employers ask when we set up a carpool program for their workplace.