MISSISSAUGA – The City of Mississauga has awarded the 2024 Phil Green Recognition Award to the Việt GTA Cycling Club, celebrating the group’s outstanding commitment to promoting cycling and healthy living in the Vietnamese Canadian community.
Presented annually by the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee (MCAC), the award recognizes a resident or group who has shown exceptional initiative to advance cycling in the city. Established in 2020, the Việt GTA Cycling Club has grown to over 60 active members and has consistently used cycling as a tool for wellness, recreation, and community-building.
Congratulations to the Việt GTA Cycling Club for receiving the 2024 Phil Green Recognition Award!
Since establishing in May 2020, the club consistently advocated for cycling. They have regular rides every Saturday and Sunday morning from March to November.
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“Your commitment to weekly cycling events and creating a sense of community in Mississauga doesn’t go unnoticed,” said Ward 2 Councillor Alvin Tedjo, Chair of the MCAC. “Well done and keep up the excellent work!”
Throughout the spring, summer, and fall months, club members gather for regular Saturday and Sunday morning rides, while colder months see the group switch gears to include indoor cycling, mountain biking, skating, skiing, and other fitness activities.
But their impact goes beyond fitness. The Việt GTA Cycling Club has also been involved in local clean-up events such as litter removal at Saigon Park, and they’ve raised funds for nonprofit organizations in Peel Region.
“The Việt GTA Cycling Club has been a vibrant part of our community,” said Ward 3 Councillor Chris Fonseca, Vice-Chair of the MCAC. “Thank you for your dedication and commitment to cycling in Mississauga. You’ve made a remarkable impact.”
The Phil Green Award is named in honour of the late Phil Green, a founding member of MCAC and a passionate advocate for sustainable transportation in Mississauga. His legacy lives on through local efforts that help build a safer, greener, and healthier city.
Residents can learn more about the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee and other ways to get involved in active transportation by visiting the City’s official website.
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