2026 Ontario by Bike – Bicycle Friendly Business Awards – Winners Announced!
Congratulations to the 2026 “Best Bicycle Friendly Businesses” in Ontario.
We are pleased to announce our Bicycle Friendly Business Award Winners for 2026.
The following businesses were selected to win the Ontario By Bike award for their efforts in and excelling at providing services and a welcome to cyclists visiting their locations as well as supporting cycling within their community. A winner was selected from each of the 13 tourism regions in Ontario, plus a recognition award was given to the best bike related businesses for each region, where nominated, as these businesses provide an important service supporting cycle tourists.
Each business will be featured in an issue of our monthly e-newsletter March to October 2026. See archive and subscribe HERE.
The additional info included below was taken from the nomination forms.
Announcing the winners, see media release sent in May 2026 HERE.
We encourage you to plan a visit, and cycle by to find out more yourself and first hand.
Ontario’s Southwest / RTO1
Best Bicycle Friendly Business: Clonmel Castle – Port Dover
Located in Port Dover, a well-known cycling destination, Clonmel Castle offers a unique blend of heritage luxury and practical cyclist support, making it a preferred stop for both recreational and long-distance riders. We go above and beyond to ensure cyclists feel not only accommodated—but truly cared for.
Niagara Region / RTO2
Best Bicycle Friendly Business: Talwood Manor Bed & Breakfast – Port Colborne
The majority of our guests are cyclists, many of whom come from around around the world. We offer personalized service and are in close proximity to three cycling trails. Even the Montreal Gazette published and listed the B&B as a “Cyclist Haven.”
Best Bike Business: Niagara Cycling Tours – Niagara-on-the-Lake
With an abundance of knowledge about and enthusiasm for Niagara, Niagara Cycling Tours cares about their customers and always provides the best experience possible!
Hamilton Halton Brant / RTO3
Best Bicycle Friendly Business: West Avenue Cider Limited – Freelton
Every cyclist mentions how great the atmosphere is – “its relaxing, fun, and a great break to unwind from the long road ahead.” Plus we have lots of beautiful outdoor space, large patio, outdoor kitchen and pizza oven. The best lunch!
H
uron, Perth, Waterloo & Wellington / RTO4
Best Bicycle Friendly Business: Fixed Gear Brewing Co. – Guelph
Uniquely located at the foot of the G2G trail, we are a bicycle themed brewery with vintage bike decor. Plenty of indoor and outdoor bicycle parking, bicycle tools and air compressor, welcoming G2G riders, participants of Gravel 100 and Speed River cycling events, plus host of weekly rides.
Greater Toronto Area / RTO5
Best Bicycle Friendly Business: ChocoSol Traders – Toronto
ChocoSol Traders is a must-visit for Toronto cyclists because it is more than a chocolate shop—it’s a social and ecological hub that is truly bike-powered. We have innovated custom bicycle mechanisms to grind our cacao, coffee beans, and heirloom corn, and we even use a pedal-powered blender to whip up our signature drinking chocolate. For riders, it’s the ultimate spot to refuel with stone-ground chocolate and to support a business that weaves cycling culture into its very production and philosophy.
Best Bike Business: Pedal Toronto Incorporated – Toronto
A bike tour is the best way to see Toronto, we cover lots of ground and give visitors a fantastic overview of everything Toronto has to offer.
York Durham Headwaters / RTO6
Best Bicycle Friendly Business: Alton Mill Arts Centre – Alton
Alton Mills Art Centre is not just a stop, it’s a destination. Cyclists arrive for the scenery and stay for the art, heritage architecture, café, and relaxed atmosphere that rewards the ride. Located with easy access to scenic rural cycling routes in the Hills of Headwaters.
Best Bike Business: Cycle Life – Pickering
Local passion meets deep experience! Cycle Life is a local, family-run bike shop with over 40 years of bike industry experience. The owners and team treat every rider like a friend, not just a customer — which makes you feel welcome whether you’re a seasoned roadie or a first-time tourer. A welcoming spot located near popular cycling corridors and regional routes.
Bruce Grey Simcoe / RTO7
Best Bicycle Friendly Business: hills – Meaford
Hike. Bike. Paddle. Ski. Whatever brings you to Meaford, hills is your home base. Ride. Rest. Repeat. Bike storage, service, repair… while you sleep. Welcome to hills, your one stop cycling hub and accommodations destination in the heart of Meaford, Ontario, a natural hub for both local riders and those exploring Georgian Bay on two wheels.
Kawarthas Northumberland / RTO8
Best Bicycle Friendly Business: K Okay Cafe & Roasters – Warkworth
We get groups of cyclists almost every day. The Northumberland hills speak for themselves and we’re an open and inclusive cafe set in the pretty village of Warkworth. We hear wonderful stories of perseverance and togetherness, to hear cyclists talk is always fascinating.
South Eastern Ontario / RTO9
Best Bicycle Friendly Business: Newboro House Bed & Breakfast – Newboro
We are able to cater to specific requests as we are a small B&B. We go the extra step to make sure our guests are happy. We get a steady flow of cyclists here, as we are close to Perth, Smiths Falls and Kingston, on a busy cycling route, making our location a perfect stop for the night.
Best Bike Business: Bike the County – Picton
This fantastic, friendly, women-owned business celebrates cycling in everything they do! Offering bike tours, bike events and bike routes, cyclists visiting the County have the opportunity to visit locally owned breweries, wineries, and cafes by bike, as well as participate in family friendly cycling events, and go on multi-day rides.
Ottawa & Countryside / RTO10
Best Bicycle Friendly Business: Lowertown Brewery – Ottawa
Located in the heart of Byward Market, with a large patio where cyclists can lock up their bikes, we see plenty of cyclists come down from Dows Lake and the Canal to grab a pint, stay for the great food, atmosphere and live music, then continue their ride.
Best Bike Business: RentABike – Ottawa
We are celebrating 50 years in business and are a multi-generational shop. Our primary focus is customer service and helping cyclists explore the capital region. We know and understand our international and local clients’ needs and have the largest fleet and variety of rentals, 250 premium quality bicycles.
Ontario’s Highlands / RTO11
Best Bicycle Friendly Business: Cartwright Springs Brewery Inc. – Pakenham
I love welcoming cycling groups to our brewery. They are very enthusiastic and always happy to arrive to their destination where cold refreshments await. Our business actually changed because of a bike packing group that comes multiple times per year – we officially opened a camping facility that includes a washroom and hot showers to suit cyclists needs.
Best Bike Business: Wilderness Tours Bike Park – Foresters Falls
Wilderness Tours Bike Park delivers unforgettable outdoor adventure for all riders. Located at the Wilderness Tours Adventure Resort, our full-service bike park has something for every level. Riders can enjoy beginner-friendly flow to technical singletrack, challenging downhill runs and practice on skill areas with jumps, berms, and drops, then relax by the campfire and/or stay overnight.
Explorers’ Edge / RTO12
Best Bicycle Friendly Business: Parry Sound Area Municipal Airport & Wings Cafe – Parry Sound
We have a great spot for cyclists to rest, grab a bite to eat and watch the aircrafts. Different scenery for a rest stop, bathrooms, food and beverage on the patio, plus park and ride options.
Best Bike Business: Parry Sound Bikes – Parry Sound
The cornerstone of the cycling community in the Parry Sound region, with offerings extending well beyond the traditional bike shop, they organize a huge weekly in-season ride, spread across multiple nights due to size and organize free events, such as their Gravel Party, to promote the region and its routes. They are community minded in everything they do and frequently collaborate and support others in the industry.
Northern Ontario / RTO13
Best Bicycle Friendly Business: Sault Ste. Marie KOA Holiday – Sault Ste. Marie
We offer a number of choices of accommodation type, and large range of facilities. It’s our goal to ensure that each guest has the very best experience at our campground. Located just a few kilometers from the Hub Trail, and the amazing Hiawatha Highlands we’re honoured to welcome cyclists from around the world.
Best Bike Business: Breakaway Sports and Cycle – Little Current, Manitoulin Island
The only bicycle shop on Manitoulin Island, with knowledgeable, kind staff that will go out of their way to make your visit to the island the best possible. The google reviews speak for themself.