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@justinemcmillan

Oceanographer, environmentalist, cyclist living in Halifax. Daughter of V: beactivelikev.ca/vs-legacy

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Agreed. Conditions were great and it was extra satisfying this morning because traffic was very bad....

04.02.2026 12:58 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

#hfxws The bridge bike lane was in great shape tonight.

28.01.2026 23:46 ๐Ÿ‘ 11 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I also love this daily ritual!

28.01.2026 23:42 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Deep snow in a bike lane. The road and the sidewalk are both mostly clear.

Deep snow in a bike lane. The road and the sidewalk are both mostly clear.

A snow bank blocking a bike lane

A snow bank blocking a bike lane

Devonshire tonight.

28.01.2026 23:38 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Cool! Maybe it will be possible to compare the numbers.

29.11.2025 11:54 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A screenshot of an Instagram post that shows an overhead view of a bridge. There are cars on the right and two cyclists in a dedicated bike lane on the left. The Post is by hfxharbourbridges and says that there were 6698 cyclists and 5660 pedestrians who crossed the bridge in October.

A screenshot of an Instagram post that shows an overhead view of a bridge. There are cars on the right and two cyclists in a dedicated bike lane on the left. The Post is by hfxharbourbridges and says that there were 6698 cyclists and 5660 pedestrians who crossed the bridge in October.

I saw this post the other day.

29.11.2025 00:25 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The bridge!!!

28.11.2025 17:15 ๐Ÿ‘ 6 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I lived there during the time when so much cycling infrastructure was installed. It was incredible. When we moved back to Halifax we were so optimistic that it was headed in that direction. But progress has been sooooo slow!

28.11.2025 10:08 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A bike with a lot of lights on its frame. There are lights all over the ground.

A bike with a lot of lights on its frame. There are lights all over the ground.

Several bike racks with some bikes hanging on them. There is a large crowd of people in the background.

Several bike racks with some bikes hanging on them. There is a large crowd of people in the background.

The #BikeHFX community is amazing. So many people showing up in the rain, great music, bright lights, and lots of skilled marshals. Thanks everyone!

09.11.2025 02:23 ๐Ÿ‘ 13 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

We had initially planned for a rain date but it turns out we wouldn't have enough volunteers for Sunday. So it will be tomorrow. The weather looks a bit unpredictable so if it is indeed too wet we will have to cancel. But if it's just drizzling it will go ahead.

08.11.2025 00:21 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
An advertisement for the I LIGHT HFX community ride. THe picture shows bikes on racks and leaning on trees with a few people hanging around. There is one big tree with yellow leaves.

An advertisement for the I LIGHT HFX community ride. THe picture shows bikes on racks and leaning on trees with a few people hanging around. There is one big tree with yellow leaves.

#BikeHFX I'm still looking for a few more marshals for Saturday's ride. If you can help out, please send me a message! @cyclehalifax.ca @criticalmasshfx.bsky.social

07.11.2025 10:25 ๐Ÿ‘ 17 ๐Ÿ” 11 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

It took three of us to stop one driver. He backed up to try to go around me. Then a friend joined me while Steve calmly talked to him. By the end I heard Steve telling him that it was a nice area to live in.

19.10.2025 17:58 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

And both drivers stated "I live here". So? The kids have the right to be on that road as much as them. I tried to explain that to one man and he berated me about kids needing to know the "rules of the road", ie staying on the right side of the yellow line. I then stopped trying to reason with him.

19.10.2025 17:55 ๐Ÿ‘ 8 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Four adults riding bikes up a large hill.

Four adults riding bikes up a large hill.

A large group of adults and kids standing with their bikes. Many of the kids are wearing Halloween costumes.

A large group of adults and kids standing with their bikes. Many of the kids are wearing Halloween costumes.

Last #KidicalMassHfx ride of the year with a great group of volunteers and participants. This #bikehfx event is always one of my favourites.

19.10.2025 16:52 ๐Ÿ‘ 39 ๐Ÿ” 7 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

And thanks for your cool, calm, collected level headedness!

19.10.2025 16:41 ๐Ÿ‘ 9 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
SpokeLit Wheel Light - Lee Valley Tools Discover the Spokelit Wheel Light. Buy this product now on our Lee Valley online store.

These spoke lights from Lee Valley are quite durable and bright. Going on year the of riding with them though the winter. Only annoyance is that the button is a little stiff

www.leevalley.com/en-ca/shop/h...

17.10.2025 00:57 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A wide gravel road with gravestones and trees on both sides.

A wide gravel road with gravestones and trees on both sides.

The best part of my commute in #bikehfx today (and every Tuesday). The graveyard always feels so quiet.

09.09.2025 23:40 ๐Ÿ‘ 15 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I'm sad to miss this one but if anyone is interested in marshalling for Kidical Mass this weekend they are in need of a couple volunteers!

09.09.2025 11:57 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Welp, it happened again. Hit by a driver in the bike lane/MUP in front of Purdys Wharf. Iโ€™m absolutely fine, so is my bike. Just mad.

04.09.2025 20:48 ๐Ÿ‘ 22 ๐Ÿ” 5 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 7 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Those numbers will be so interesting. It's been especially busy this week when I've crossed!

03.09.2025 14:44 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I was going to offer this same thing. Have you made it home Nick?

31.08.2025 11:01 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

There was a lot of loose gravel in that section of the trail too. And A LOT of potholes.

31.08.2025 01:35 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

That's amazing!

31.08.2025 01:14 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

What was the best Halloween costume you ever had?

31.08.2025 01:04 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

Oh no! They're were definitely a lot of potholes out there. I hope you get seen soon!

30.08.2025 22:06 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I bet there will be some pretty good numbers this morning!

30.08.2025 16:10 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A cyclist on a gravel trail through the forest with blue sky behind the trees

A cyclist on a gravel trail through the forest with blue sky behind the trees

Beautiful morning for a long ride in the woods. The trail was BUSY!

30.08.2025 16:09 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

And I saw you and your kiddos watching the boats as I biked past you on the bridge! And then @danp.net saw me on Devonshire and generously waited for me as I slowly climbed the hill.

29.08.2025 10:09 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Yup. It's normal. My third smoky ride to work in a row. ๐Ÿ˜ญ

28.08.2025 11:06 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Trans Canada Trail East of Halifax, Nova Scotia - Google My Maps A section of the Trans Canada Trail that goes from Halifax to Meaghers Grant. It includes the Dartmouth Waterfront Trail, Shearwater Flyer, Salt Marsh Trail, and Atlantic View Trail, Blueberry Run, Ga...

Yup. We've tried that section of the Blueberry Run too. It might be a bit outdated now, but the trail even disappeared at one point during high tide. But if your dogs will allow, the Gaetz Brook Greenway section is lovely!

www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/v...

27.08.2025 15:54 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0