Active Transportation Advisory Group

My name is Adam Bue and I'm the community cycling representative for the ATAG.  I was born and raised in Saskatoon although I've lived and worked on the East coast and in B.C. as well.  I work as a physiotherapist at Royal University Hospital.  What really motivated me to apply to be part of the ATAG was having two young daughters.  Trying to get around with kids really highlights how wonderfully easy it can be with good infrastructure, and how uncomfortable and exposed you can feel without it.  My main interest is advocating for dedicated active transport infrastructure.  I'd like as many people as possible to be able to reap the benefits of active transport without having to feel like they're in danger or stressed by being forced into close contact with vehicles.

My name is Greg McKee. I cycled first as a kid for freedom, then transportation, then adventure and finally health and camaraderie. I can’t think of anything more useful than cycling. I currently run a cycling club with almost 200 members and the constant attention to participant safety has taught me a lot. I’ve owned the Bike Doctor since 1994. We have customers from every background and business, and I enjoy dispelling the manufactured perspective that business people don’t like cycling, and that cycling doesn’t help the economy.

It is critical to understand that improving Active Transportation opportunities isn’t only about “promoting” cycling and walking. That perspective makes it sound optional. There are thousands of residents cycling to school, to work in factories or hospitals, for exercise and family time because they want to, or because they have no other choice. It is our common responsibility to help them by offering them continuous gains in safe opportunities for active transportation.

Kate was born and raised in Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis, but spent 15+ years living, working, and studying in Vancouver, Toronto, and internationally before relocating back to Saskatoon at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

A lifelong pedestrian, cyclist, and public transit user, Kate grew up walking, biking, and taking the bus to and from school in Saskatoon. Kate’s experiences living car-free in Saskatoon and diverse parts of the world, as well as her professional background in health and community development inform her perspective on active transportation in the city.

She has worked for over 15 years in the non-profit sector, and currently serves as the Nutrition Program Manager at the Saskatoon Food Bank and Learning Centre.

Travelling to and from work using active transportation helps to bolster Kate’s physical and mental health. In this way, she regularly experiences the connection between the way we design and operate our cities and her health and wellbeing. She’s grateful to be able to contribute to the work of this committee.

My Name is Mark Closson and I’m the People of all Ages representative.

I have called Saskatoon home for the past 50+ years. During this time I have lived in 5 different neighborhoods, commuting year round by foot, bicycle, transit and automobile.

I am retired from the Saskatoon Police Service with over 34 years of service providing me with first hand experience in emergency response, public safety, neighborhood and traffic issues. I graduated for the U of S with a Planning degree. Although this did not become my vocation I have continued my interest in urban planning issues. I am married and father of three adult children and two grandchildren. With the pandemic my children were fortunate to have the ability to work remotely. This elicited many conversations about commuting, and alternative (active) commuting and parking. Having grandchildren will certainly provide a safety perspective of young children. I have an elderly mother and father in law. With the experience of aging parents I am gaining insight to accessibility issues.

With my commuting days behind me I am a recreational cyclist who enjoys both road and trail (mountain) biking, and winter fat biking. Vacations are often planned around cycling opportunities. When we travel the preference for transportation is the use of transit and walking.

Stephanie Siemens (she/her) was raised in Warman, Saskatchewan, and has lived in Saskatoon off and on for the last 12 years. Through travelling and living abroad, she's experienced the benefits of functional public transit and active transport. By participating in the ATAG, she hopes to advocate for changes that will make Saskatoon a more active-transport friendly city.

Steph cycles year-round as her main mode of transportation. She also enjoys volunteering with Girl Guides, reading, cobbling, and camping off her motorcycle in the summer.

Kathryn was elected to Saskatoon City Council in 2024 and is thrilled to be able to represent Ward One as their City Councillor.

Kathryn has always had a proclivity for building strong relationships. Kathryn and her family love residing in North Park. They also own and operate a local business in Saskatoon, where she had been an active member of the 33rd Street Business Improvement District. This hands-on involvement deepened her appreciation for the challenges and opportunities faced by local entrepreneurs. Her background in the trades and non-profit sectors has also given her a unique, well-rounded perspective on the importance of supporting workers, families, and residents alike throughout the city. Saskatoon is where Kathryn has continued to be a part of to the local economy and has chosen to raise her family. Kathryn enjoys embracing her East Coast roots with the motto ‘A rising tide lifts all boats’.

Kathryn is determined to bring her experience, and skills to City Council for the enrichment of the residents of Saskatoon and is committed to enhancing the quality of life in Ward One.

Nathalie Baudais joined the City of Saskatoon Transportation Department in July 2017. As the engineering manager for the transportation department, she ensures the activities of the Traffic Engineering Department align with corporate goals and guiding principles. She also implements modifications to the transportation network and develops guidelines and policies for the planning, design and operation of the transportation network. Nathalie is excited to be working with the ATAG to improve the infrastructure in the city to support walking, biking, and other active modes.