from Stephane Dion, leader of Canada's Liberal party

please follow this link to see his letter of support.

from Jack Layton, leader of Canada's NDP party

please follow this link to see his letter of support

from Sam Sullivan, Mayor of Vancouver

from Gordy Robson, Mayor of Maple Ridge

from Alan Lowe, Mayor of Victoria

The City of Victoria is thrilled to support the BC-wide campaign, “Wheels for Change”. This campaign provides people in this province with an opportunity to share information and take positive action on climate change.

The City of Victoria recognizes that climate change is having a profound environmental, social and economic impact and is one of the most important challenges facing this province, and indeed the world.

The City of Victoria's Strategic Plan Vision is to be the most liveable city in Canada. To support this Vision, the Mission Statement speaks to the importance of enhancing the vitality of the region through exceptional leadership and stewardship of our environmental assets.

From Frank Leonard, Mayor of Saanich

From Clint Hames, Mayor of Chilliwack

From Lawrence Chernoff, Mayor of Castlegar

From Raffi

Wheels for Change is a great way to show commitment to 'cool it' on global warming, the moral challenge of our times. Everyone is needed, everyone can help to cool this planet down. My best to all who join the ride.

With love,
Raffi

From Raffi Cavoukian,
Founder of Child Honouring

From Wayne Lippert, Mayor of Vernon

On behalf of City Council, I am pleased to provide a letter of support for the campaign to raise awareness and take positive action on climate change.

In your letter to the City of Vernon, you outline that the campaign involves a 1000 km bike tour from Nelson to Victoria and that you will collectively cycle 40,000 km – the equivalent to circling the earth.

We understand the significant importance of raising awareness on climate change and are happy to be able to support your campaign in our community.

Yours truly,

Wayne Lippert
Mayor

From Joss and Jess of the Otesha Project

Wheels for Change is a wonderful example of what is possible when people come together and decide to transform their passion into action. We have no doubt that this tour will further inspire both participants and community members, and that their message will be heard far and wide. We're cheering for you!

Jocelyn and Jessica, co-founders of The Otesha Project – www.otesha.ca

From Sharon Shepherd, Mayor of Kelowna

On behalf of Kelowna City Council, I am pleased to support the Wheels for Change campaign that will ride through Kelowna on Saturday, July 7^th, 2007. The Wheels for Change ride provides an excellent opportunity for British Columbians to proactively call for stronger action against climate change.

Like many other British Columbians, the City of Kelowna is concerned about climate change and committed to doing our part to reverse this potentially disastrous problem. In an effort to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions the City of Kelowna has implemented many exciting green initiatives. Particularly, we are encouraging our citizens and employees to use alternative, eco-friendly transportation, such as hybrid vehicles, public transit and our extensive network of bike lanes.

I am pleased that Kelowna has been chosen as an important stop for Wheels for Change Bike Tour, and am looking forward to meeting all those involved in this exciting journey!

Sincerely, Sharon Shepherd

From Guy Dauncey

Way to go! Wheels for Change will be whooping up a great green future as they cycle around BC this summer, adding pedal power and practical solutions to the urgent calls for change.

Guy Dauncey,
Author of Stormy Weather : 101 Solutions to Global Climate Change (http://www.earthfuture.com/publications/)

From David Suzuki

I wish you every success in your bike ride. We are all part of the problem of climate change and we all have to become part of the solution. I believe grassroots initiatives have to spring up all over the world and they must educate, empower and show the way to a truly sustainable path. Your effort is part of it. Congratulations.

Dr. David Suzuki

From Adam Kreek

Reducing climate change that is a direct result of human generated carbon emissions is an issue of which we all need to take ownership. Because I am an Olympic Rower who spends most of his time training outside and on the water, consequences of climate change are evident to me on a regular basis. If we as humans do not take action, I dread after-effects like rising sea levels or the disrupted migration, feeding and mating patterns of birds, fish and other water animals. As a result, I try to buy local, have a energy efficient house, bike or walk my errands, and drive using biodiesel.

Adam Kreek
Olympian and 2-time World Champion

From George Monbiot

‘I think Wheels for Change is a great idea, with the potential to capture people's imagination and catalyze action on climate change. I wish you the greatest success.’

- George Monbiot, author of Heat

From Bare Naked Ladies

Barenaked Ladies would like to offer our support and encouragement to everyone involved with and taking part in Wheels For Change 2007. Promoting cycling, especially in urban areas, is not only a healthy but an environmentally sound mode of transportation. This is incredibly important and we fully endorse the ideas and motives behind Wheels For Change. If we could tour on bikes we would, but instruments are heavy so instead we've taken steps towards greening our footprints as best we can by fueling our trucks and buses with bio-diesel. We also will offset CO2 with wind energy donations, and adhering to strict recycling habits among many other environmentally proactive initiatives. Ride safe and good luck everyone!!

Sincerely,
Ed, Jim, Kevin, Steven and Tyler
Barenaked Ladies