I am not merely a “cyclist”,…

I am not merely a “cyclist”, “motorist” “public transit user” or “pedestrian”. I am a citizen of Toronto that uses all forms of transportation. I commute to work and to social events by bike or by TTC. I prefer not to use my car but I do when circumstances make it necessary. I walk to local shops and run in my neighborhood. This city has a government that we citizens vote for to make local decisions. Bike lanes are known globally, to benefit all citizens.
This Bill strips cities, of local authority and decision-making, even when projects are supported by evidence and local residents. That is undeniably undemocratic.
It will worsen traffic congestion, not reduce it. The government’s own experts have consistently said that bike lanes are not a cause of gridlock.
It will make roads more dangerous. Protected bike lanes prevent serious injuries and deaths for people biking, walking, and driving.
It threatens other uses of road space that communities rely on, including transit priority, safe crossings, patios, curbside access, and school streets.
It undermines climate goals and public health by locking cities into car-dependent street designs.This is not about being “pro-bike” or “anti-car”. It’s about evidence-based transportation planning and local democracy. And no matter how many times Doug Ford says it, the facts are clear: bike lanes do not cause traffic congestion. Repeating it again and again and again doesn't make it true.

Our children and future generations will be most at risk, living in communities that don’t encourage independence, or care about their safety and their health. Kids who regularly ride their bikes to school and activities are healthier, happier, and enjoy a sense of community. Why do you want to deprive them of these basic rights??!