Bike lanes save lives and…

Bike lanes save lives and reduce traffic! Research on induced demand makes it very clear that adding extra lanes of traffic will create more car traffic. Additionally, if we lose safe infrastructure then the same cyclists who are in protected bike lanes will now be taking up an entire lane of the road. With 6 cyclist deaths in Toronto so far this year, this is a dangerous proposal that will lead to injuries and deaths. Protected cycling infrastructure saves lives. It is better for the environment, better for traffic reduction, and contributes to happier and healthier communities. Each jurisdiction has different bike infrastructure needs and should be able to plan long term solutions to traffic congestion that meet the needs of their constituents, with priority given to sustainable solutions that limit unnecessary vehicle usage and that protect the environment.