--- title: Board --- [Skip to content](https://bikeology.ca/board#main-content) [![bikeology header logo](https://bikeology.ca/hubfs/bikeology%20header%20logo-1.png)](https://bikeology.ca?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://bikeology.ca) - About Show submenu for About - [About](https://bikeology.ca/about-us) - [Board](https://bikeology.ca/board) - [Become a Member](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4zdmbrhGON82jHVZ6iTx_C8IJhzI1nH5tVKmVjFbf_oM4EA/viewform) - [Contact Us](https://bikeology.ca/contact-us) - Words Show submenu for Words - [2026 Ride of the Fancy Women Feedback](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScoXTu9DMv8lXbHH1Oe27tXvVdx231YLhAZwUh4j5rc1mLzOg/viewform?usp=header) - [Winter Cycling Poll](https://bikeology.ca/programs) - [Blog](https://bikeology.substack.com/) - Programs Show submenu for Programs - [Let's Bike There Yeg](https://www.letsbikethere.com/) - [Resources](https://bikeology.ca/resources) - [Events](https://bikeology.ca/events) - [Home](https://bikeology.ca) - About Show submenu for About - [About](https://bikeology.ca/about-us) - [Board](https://bikeology.ca/board) - [Become a Member](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4zdmbrhGON82jHVZ6iTx_C8IJhzI1nH5tVKmVjFbf_oM4EA/viewform) - [Contact Us](https://bikeology.ca/contact-us) - Words Show submenu for Words - [2026 Ride of the Fancy Women Feedback](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScoXTu9DMv8lXbHH1Oe27tXvVdx231YLhAZwUh4j5rc1mLzOg/viewform?usp=header) - [Winter Cycling Poll](https://bikeology.ca/programs) - [Blog](https://bikeology.substack.com/) - Programs Show submenu for Programs - [Let's Bike There Yeg](https://www.letsbikethere.com/) - [Resources](https://bikeology.ca/resources) - [Events](https://bikeology.ca/events) [BLOG](https://bikeology.substack.com/) ## board of directors Bikeology Guild of Canada is 100% volunteer-powered thanks to our working board of directors. #### Meet our Board Members ![Woman with a white helmet on a bike in the winter wearing a JJWool skirt. There is a sign affixed on the rear of the bike that reads: This machine fights climate change.](https://bikeology.ca/hubfs/Winterbiking%20JJWool%20HyL.png) ##### [Heather Young-Leslie (she/her)](https://www.hubspot.com/) **President** A bicycle user since age 10, I became a fietsster/urban cyclist in 2011. That year a serious injury made walking any distance difficult, but I found that pedalling my bike worked like physio and riding allowed me to get to work, socialize with my friends, and reduce my environmental impact. I became an all season bicycle commuter when Stantec sponsored Edmonton's initial downtown bike grid, and the city plowed it all winter. The thrill of winterbiking, especially the sound of tires on fresh snow, was so unexpected! I became an advocate for women's urban cycling partly in response to the ignorance of drivers and legislators who seemed to believe — contrary to the actual legislation — that all streets were soley the domain of cars. I have stayed a fietsster because of the major cost savings, ease of transportation, reduced environmental impact, wonderful community, and most of all the absolute freedom that my bicycle provides. ![A person wearing a bright green t-shirt and multicoloured tights races their bright orange bike at night time.](https://bikeology.ca/hubfs/IMG_2094.jpeg) ##### [Sarah Rebryna (she/they)](https://www.hubspot.com/) **Vice President/Website Manager** Born and raised in Edmonton, I've been riding on two wheels since I was five years old. I’ve been a year-round cyclist for about a decade now. A lot of people still think this is shocking, but it really isn’t. In fact, it’s quite practical. I choose to cycle-commute because it is the healthier choice for my body and the environment; and I can reach my destinations quicker by bike than by taking transit (yes, really!). I’m obsessed with all things cats! =^!^= I have two tuxedo boys, and they are my life. My other interests include: going on fun bike rides with friends and participating in various cycling events (Ride of the Fancy Women, critical masses, bike drag races, etc.); vector-based graphic design and website building; plants; various crafts/sewing; and mostly staying at home because I’m an introvert. Social activism, focused on the environment and human rights, has been my driving force for as long as I can remember. As such, I am excited to be one of the founding members of the Bikeology Guild of Canada. Edmonton has an amazing cycling community and I’m grateful to be a part of it. ![Photo shows a woman on a bike in the middle of an event in a downtown street. Serena has black hair, a red windbreaker, and black leggings on. The bike is reddish pink with white handles. She is looking at the camera and smiling. The event is in the afternoon, with blue skies and clouds showing a comfortable summer day. Downtown buildings are in the background.](https://bikeology.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Serena%20Tang.jpeg?width=795&height=1823&name=Serena%20Tang.jpeg) ##### [Serena Tang (she/her)](http://serena-tang.com) **Secretary** Serena is a Hong Kong-Canadian illustrator and merchandise designer based in Edmonton.   She is passionate about the development of Edmonton and encouraging others to engage in their local communities, from understanding more about civic policies to supporting pop-up events. When it comes to connecting with like-minded and differing opinions, clear communications is key, and working hard to find the root reason and cause for someone's values can show that most people agree on things that seem initially on opposite sides of the spectrum.  If you ask her how she got into cycling, the answer is a little vague but the first clear memory of wanting to pursue it was that she wanted to find a way to enjoy the nicer weather but not have to take as long as walking. Finding a beautiful bike didn't hurt, and with that, she started meeting more cycling friends online and joining in regular hangouts, such as Coffee Outside.  On the weekends, you'll find her caring for her cat Hamachi, having a stroll with her family before heading off for an afternoon snack. ![Isla on a bike,in the winter, pulling a trailer with a Christmas tree in it, and a corgi on a red leash in the foreground.](https://bikeology.ca/hubfs/IMG_0226%20-%20Isla%20Tanaka.jpeg) ##### [Isla (Tanaka) Lewis (she/her)](https://www.hubspot.com/) **Treasurer** I have been an avid Edmonton fietsster/urban cyclist since the 1980s, when I began riding from home in the Queen Alexandra neighbourhood to McNally High School. Those fall and spring commutes were partly inspired by local environmental activist Tooker Gomberg, and included the beautiful Mill Creek Ravine and not-so-beautiful 98th Avenue hill. I continued to cycle: to the U of A, first as a student then as a staff member; and with my two children, on a bike seat and in a trailer, then on a trail-behind bike, and finally with them pedalling under their own power. I must say, bike lanes have changed cycling in this city for the better!  I didn’t start cycling in the winter until later, when I was Edmonton’s Winter City Planner. I decided that I had to practise what I preached, so I bought studded tires in 2016 and haven’t looked back since! I’m also a board member of the Winter Cycling Federation, helping to promote and support winter cycling internationally. Some of my favourite cycling activities include riding to meet friends, taking our corgi to the park in the trailer (though I’m not sure she’s always thrilled with the ride!), and bringing our Christmas tree home in the trailer for our annual #treebybike excursion. ![Woman wearing a helmet and sun glasses, smiling. The side of a blonde child’s face is visible without any identifying features wearing a helmet. The woman and child appear to be under an awning with a blue sky in the background.](https://bikeology.ca/hubfs/signal-2025-11-20-17-39-07-260_Original.jpeg) ##### [Sandra Gaherty (she/her)](https://www.hubspot.com/) **Director-at-Large** Having moved to Edmonton from Scotland in 2010, I started bike commuting in 2011 after the birth of my second son, as a way to fit in some exercise and fresh air around my work as an engineer and parenting. When a coworker said ‘you’ll never keep it up in winter’ I was determined to prove him wrong. And the rest is history… sort of! Having 2 young kids really motivated me to find ways to avoid driving places. Watching the documentary ‘Motherload’ 12 years later with my son (thanks letsbikethereyeg!) got the emotions going! When I separated from my kids’ dad 11 years ago I decided to try a car free lifestyle. I have not looked back. I was never a cyclist, just a mum who wants a more active healthy lifestyle for myself and my kids. I love Edmonton’s biking community! People say ‘no one bikes in winter’ or ‘no one bikes in Edmonton’ but we do! We are here and we are growing! Originally from Edinburgh, I do wonder if we are lucky here because it is flat? But then…. the river valley! Yegbikers are fun, resilient, and joyful because we know the truth. Bike commuting is the best part of our day! I am so excited to be a Director of Bikeology. As a past board member of Paths for People, and current Vice President of The Tomorrow Foundation, I look forward to working with all these great Edmonton orgs doing great things. ![Woman in braids with a black helmet and green mountain bike.](https://bikeology.ca/hubfs/Chandra%20McQuarrie.jpeg) ##### [Chandra McQuarrie (she/her)](https://www.hubspot.com/) **Director-at-Large** I’ve never considered myself to be a hardcore cyclist, but more of an avid outdoorswoman with an intense love and fascination of nature. It brings me immense joy to be active in both urban and not-so-urban settings, whether it be on a bike, in a kayak or canoe, hiking up a mountain, cross country skiing, or snowshoeing. It’s highly probable that you’d find me birding and taking photos of all kinds of flora, fauna, and fungi at the same time.  After a few years of healing persistent injuries, I’m finally getting my bike legs back. Edmonton has so many amazing opportunities for urban cycling. I’ve started mountain biking in the river valley again and am enjoying many of the regular social rides around town, along with events that create greater visibility for cyclists.  The cycling community in Edmonton is incredibly passionate and inspiring! I hope to use my extensive experience with board governance in both sport and social justice to support the wonderful women who have already put their time and hearts into creating a strong foundation for Bikeology. I look forward to helping promote a safe, fun, and welcoming environment for women in urban cycling for years to come. When not enjoying the outdoors, I enjoy community events, festivals, fine arts, and playing sports. More than anything though, I love to travel, especially when it is to help with elephant conservation in Southeast Asia. #### Board Member History ### 2025-26 Heather Young-Leslie, President   Sarah Bisbee, Vice President  Karly Coleman, Secretary Sarah Rebryna, Treasurer Isla (Tanaka) Lewis, Director Sandra Gaherty, Director   [![Bikeology Guild of Canada logo: a simple illustration of six different types of bicycles arranged in a circle with a bicycle cog intertwined with a heart](https://bikeology.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/BGC_brown.png?width=164&height=150&name=BGC_brown.png "Bikeology Guild of Canada logo: a simple illustration of six different types of bicycles arranged in a circle with a bicycle cog intertwined with a heart")](https://bikeology.ca?hsLang=en) [![BlueSky butterfly logo](https://bikeology.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/bsky_brw.png?width=27&height=24&name=bsky_brw.png)](https://bikeology.bsky.social/)    [![instagram logo](https://bikeology.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/instagram_brw.png?width=24&height=24&name=instagram_brw.png)](https://instagram.com/bikeology_guild)    [![facebook\_icon](https://bikeology.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/facebook_icon.png?width=24&height=24&name=facebook_icon.png)](https://facebook.com/groups/bikeology.ca) --- The Bikeology Guild of Canada, headquartered in the city of Edmonton, Alberta, recognizes that our current cycle routes and paths, whether near the North Saskatchewan river; Terwillegar or Whitemud creeks; the routes to Saint Albert; Sherwood Park; Fort Saskatchewan and Devon; the Walterdale and Groat river crossings; are following traditional routes established by the many Indigenous peoples whose nations converged here in amiskwaciwâskahikan, long before the signing of Treaty 6. This includes the nêhiyawak, Niitsítapi, Nakota Sioux, Dene, Ojibway/Saulteaux/Anishinaabe, Iroquois, Métis, Inuit, and many other nations whose footsteps and paddlestrokes have charted these lands for countless generations. We recognize that we are treaty people, guests on this territory, and express our gratitude for the opportunity to live, work, learn, and ride on these ancestral lands. As treaty people, we commit to building respectful relationships based on mutual understanding, and we pledge to engage in advocacy work that is truly inclusive, centers treaty responsibilities for cooperation, and honors the sacred responsibility to protect and preserve the land, waters, and environment for current and future generations. We understand that reconciliation is an ongoing journey that requires sustained action, learning, and accountability. We commit to doing our part in supporting Indigenous rights, addressing systemic inequities, and working toward a future built on justice, respect, and shared stewardship of this beautiful territory we are privileged to call home. Copyright © 2026 Bikeology Guild of Canada Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions Copyright © 2026 Bikeology Guild of Canada