BCAA’s Evolve E-Cargo Bikes Return to North Vancouver this Spring

Residents can book and use Evolve E-Cargo Bikes for free

BURNABY, BC, April 2, 2025 – BCAA’s Evolve E-Cargo Bikes are returning to the North Shore this Spring to give residents more options to meet their daily transportation needs in an active, sustainable and convenient way.

In partnership with the District of North Vancouver (DNV) and the City of North Vancouver (CNV), and with support from BC Hydro, TransLink and Landlord BC, the program runs until October 31, 2025.

The returning program will start with three pick-up and drop-off locations at City of North Vancouver Public Library and Lynn Valley Public Library, as well as one Multi-Unit Residential Building for residents of The Lonsdale. More locations will be added through the spring and summer.

North Shore residents can access Evolve E-Cargo Bikes for FREE through the Evo app for a sustainable and practical way to get around town. Evolve has two types of e-cargo bikes available: a long-tail version and a cargo box version designed for hauling passengers or groceries.

"We are thrilled to bring back the Evolve E-Cargo Bike pilot program to the North Shore in collaboration with DNV and CNV," says Leanne Buhler, Head of Evolve E-Bike and E-Scooter Share. "As a BC-based business that has operated our Evo Car Share service here for years, it’s exciting to further expand mobility options in the region with this innovative program. The success of last year’s pilot showed us that residents are eager for sustainable and convenient transportation alternatives, and we can’t wait to see even more people using e-cargo bikes this year."

This relaunch follows the initial pilot that ran from September to October 2024, which saw strong ridership from the community. During that six-week period, 88 riders took 136 trips, with North Vancouver City Library and Lynn Valley Library emerging as ridership hotspots.

“The City of North Vancouver is committed to increasing residents’ access to convenient and safe active transportation options,” says City of North Vancouver’s Deputy Director of Planning and Development, Jennifer Draper. “After a successful first pilot phase, I’m excited to see the program grow and help North Shore residents conveniently access all our wonderful shops and services in new ways. Access to these free e-cargo bikes for City residents continues to help expand zero emission travel and achieve the visions set out in the City’s Mobility Strategy and Official Community Plan.”

For the 2025 program, Evolve and its partners are looking to learn even more from North Shore e-cargo bike riders, to find additional ways that e-bikes can contribute to a greener, more accessible transportation network.

“With the success of last year’s pilot, we are eager to welcome Evolve E-Cargo Bikes back to our community," says Peter Cohen, District of North Vancouver’s General Manager, Engineering Infrastructure Services. "This program aligns with our sustainability goals and gives residents a practical, low-emission transportation option. We look forward to seeing even more diverse use cases this year and gathering valuable feedback to help shape future mobility solutions.”

How the Evolve E-Cargo Bike Pilot Program Works

Public Libraries:

• Download the Evo app and sign up: Select the ‘e-bikes/e-scooters’ registration option if you don’t require car share, allowing you to skip driver’s license requirements.
• Book an e-cargo bike: Choose the ‘Evo Return’ option in-app, select your desired date and time to book.
• Pick up the bike: Present your booking confirmation in person at your reserved time and location to collect the keys. Helmets are provided.
• Review safety instructions: Check safety instructions on-site or online, wear a helmet, and start riding.
• Return the bike: Bring the e-cargo bike back to the same location and return the keys to the library counter.

Multi-Unit Residential Building (MURB): Use of the e-cargo bikes at The Lonsdale is limited to tenants only. Tenants must sign up on the Evo app, but bookings can only be made in person at the designated property office.

Event: Learn More and Try Evolve E-Cargo Bikes

Evolve E-Cargo Bikes, the City of North Vancouver, and the District of North Vancouver invite all North Shore residents to join us on April 8 at the Lynn Valley Library. From 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, stop by to learn more about Evolve E-Cargo Bikes and how the program works.

For more information, visit evo.ca/e-cargo

Safety information can also be found on HUB Cycling’s website.

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About Evolve E-Bike and E-Scooter Share

Evolve is a turnkey, zero-emission micromobility share program that offers e-bike and e-scooter share services in British Columbia. Created by BCAA and operating alongside Evo Car Share, Evolve operates public and private e-bike and e-scooter share programs in Metro Vancouver, Whistler, and on Vancouver Island. Businesses, organizations, or municipalities interested in learning more about Evolve E-Bike and E-Scooter Share can reach out at evo.ca/evolve.

About BCAA

Driven by its purpose to move British Columbians forward, BCAA (British Columbia Automobile Association) is a long-standing BC Top Employer (Mediacorp) and provides over 1 in 3 B.C. households with industry leading mobility and protection services including Membership, Insurance, Evo Car Share, Evolve E-Bike and E-Scooter Share, BCAA Auto Marketplace and Auto Service. BCAA invests in programs and initiatives to make a positive impact by protecting the people and province of BC, recognizing that the place we call home is all of ours to protect. BCAA holds itself accountable to its purpose by setting goals related to its impact on People, the Planet and Prosperity, and sharing results in its annual Impact Report.   

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