Bike theft is on the rise - Don't be a victim, register your bike.

University of British Columbia Vancouver

Love your bike? Keep it safe.

Don't forget to pick up your free tamper-resistant theft deterrent shield at one of our four locations on UBC Vancouver campus.

Learn more about Project 529: http://utown.ubc.ca/529

1 Your Contact Information

By registering your bike or scooter with University of British Columbia Vancouver, you allow them to view your contact information. In most cases, you would only be contacted by University of British Columbia Vancouver if there is a question about your bike, registration or alert, or if your bike was found. You can also update these permissions in your user settings at any time.

Email Address

Welcome back! Please enter your password to continue.

Password

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Full Name

Postal Code

Country

Share Information with Law Enforcement

This lets the police contact you quickly, even if you haven't reported your bike missing.

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2 Your Bike Details

These details are critical to capture with your registration.

You will be able to add more information later, but this is the most important information the community, universities and law enforcement will need to help you recover your bike if it is ever stolen.

Manufacturer

Model

Frame color

Accent color

Serial Number

It's usually on the bottom bracket. Get help finding your serial number...

That looks like a frame part number (which is not unique), not a serial number. Please check again.

You have already registered a bike with this serial number. If you want to edit your registration, go to Your Garage to select the bike.

529 Shield ID

Haven't heard of the 529 Shield? Click here to learn more...

Why add the shield to your registration? The 529 shield acts as a theft-deterrent and increases the chance of getting your bike back if it's stolen. UBC Campus + Community Planning provides UBC community members with a free shield (a $10 value) once your bike is registered in the UBC garage.

Shield Pickup Locations

Wesbrook Community Centre

3335 Webber Lane

UBC Security

2133 East Mall

Old Barn Community Centre

6308 Thunderbird Blvd

Bike Kitchen

Room 36, 6138 Student Union Blvd.

Acadia Park

2707 Tennis Crescent

Other Registry ID

Purchase Type

Value

Currency

3 Your Bike Photos

Photos recover bikes!

The majority of recovered bikes have photos in their registration. We've listed the most important ones but add as many as you can.

Add Photos

Side

A clear side profile makes your bike instantly recognizable if it's lost or stolen.

You and your bike

A photo of you with your bike helps prove it's yours if it's ever recovered.

Receipt

Police and finders often ask for proof of purchase before returning a recovered bike. This photo stays private.

What to look for

Scratches, stickers, or custom parts. Unique details make your bike easier to spot and return.

Tips

Bike More, Worry Less Contest: Enhancing safety conditions for UBC cycling community!

Learn More & Enter the Contest

Contest Eligibility Requirements 1. Be registered for Project 529 through the UBC portal project529.com/ubc 2. Update your account with the # of your physical sheild. 3. Be affiliated to UBC by studying, working or living in UBC (includes UNA)

Use a cable lock for securing accessories and a highly rated U-Lock to secure your frame.

Secure your back wheel and frame with a highly rated U-lock to an approved bike rack.

How to Report a Bike Theft

If your bike has been stolen, it's important to report it to law enforcement - this helps the police better understand the scope of the problem. It will also be necessary for an insurance claim or to collect it from any law enforcement agency that recovers the bike. To report your bike, follow the steps below:

1 Start an alert on your bike/scooter on the 529 Garage website or app.

If you aren't registered yet - register first with all the information that you have about your bike/scooter, and then start the alert.

Go to Your Garage

2 Contact our non-emergency contact information below.

Website

http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/detach/en/d/256

Call

604-224-1322

Visit

2990 Wesbrook Mall Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 2B7

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