Bike lanes reduce congestion…

Bike lanes reduce congestion. It's as simple as that. If we want more lanes then why don't we get rid of street parking? Every bike lane we add leads to fewer cars that don't need any local parking and fewer people who need on TTC.

Further reliance on cars is a step backwards. It limits transport options for people. Taking away bike lanes and moving them to less busy roads will only create further traffic. Reducing lane space on smaller lane streets will lead to congestion on those streets and lead to more complicated and dangerous traffic conditions for bikers.

Toronto needs safer transport. With the delays to more subway lines, increased car traffic, and several roads under construction, reducing the number of bike lanes will only add to congestion. With the number of pedestrian and biker deaths and injuries in the city, we actually need more bike lanes, not fewer. This is a decision that should also be left to municipalities.

The province is taking a step back with this legislation and should strongly consider making further amendments to empower cities to better manage traffic, rather than taking their power away.