The Calgary Commuter Challenge is a weeklong event held every year during National Environment Week.

The 18th Annual Calgary Commuter Challenge will be held May 31 - June 6, 2009.

How Does The Commuter Challenge Work?

     The basic premise of the Commuter Challenge is to encourage ‘healthier’ commuting practices, reducing the reliance on single-occupancy vehicles for trips to and from the workplace.

     At the heart of the Commuter Challenge event is a simple competition among Calgary workplaces and between Canadian cities for the distinction of being a leader in supporting healthier commuting.

     Each day of the Challenge, employees at participating workplaces record how they got to work. Each person who walked, ran, skated, cycled, rode transit or carpooled is counted as a "healthier" commuter. Employees who telework are also included.

     At the end of National Environment Week, the workplace with the highest percentage of healthier commuters is declared the winner. As well, individuals who have accomplished impressive feats of sustainable transportation are also rewarded. Everyone who participates is also eligible for a number of prizes.