Regarding Bill 212: I…

Regarding Bill 212:

I strongly disagree with our provincial governments proposal to remove bike lanes.

As a pedestrian, I have witnessed a marked improvement to various neighbourhoods, including Roncesvalle, Bloor West, Danforth Ave and the downtown core

Bike lanes provide an excellent buffer between pedestrians and traffic which benefits communities as a whole.

Since bike lanes have been implemented, the ridership in Toronto has greatly increased for commuters, delivery services and recreational cyclists.

Bike lanes are a valuable means to move people safely and reduce vehicular traffic and emmisions.

Numerous studies worldwide have shown that cycling on a regular basis, greatly increases one’s health and decreases the strain on public healthcare system.

Reducing vehicle emissions will protect and improve air quality which affects both our youth and elderly significantly. It is not just to protect cyclists, but our population as a whole.

In an age where food delivery is common place, bike lanes provide an infrastructure to support that industry as well as many people who rely on bicycles as a means of income. To focus our transportation systems solely on cars is overly entitled and inconsiderate.

As a whole, proper cycling, infrastructure, only shows positive improvements. If on the other hand, we prioritize cars, we are opening the door to fatal pedestrian and cyclist accidents, increased air pollution and more gridlock.

Please keep and continue to improve Ontario cycling network.