I am not in favour of Bill…

I am not in favour of Bill 212 insofar as it pertains to bike lanes. Municipalities should have the autonomy to design and implement cycling infrastructure as they are best positioned to understand local needs, traffic patterns, and community input. Imposing provincial oversight risks undermining these efforts, potentially causing delays and preventing municipalities from quickly responding to local demands for bike infrastructure.

Bike lanes are critical components of sustainable urban mobility, and municipalities must retain the ability to develop them efficiently. The Province should prioritize enhancing public transportation and implementing congestion charges to reduce the number of cars on the road, rather than focusing on measures that facilitate increased car use. A shift towards active and public transportation aligns with broader goals of reducing gridlock and emissions while enhancing the quality of life in our communities.

I urge the government to reconsider this approach and allow municipalities the flexibility needed to expand cycling infrastructure without unnecessary bureaucratic barriers.