The Premier himself has…

The Premier himself has acknowledged the importance of bike safety in the past, remarking on the anxieties of riding without bike lanes. That’s why I’m deeply disturbed by possible legislation that could restrict municipalities from building or maintaining bike lanes. Such a move would severely limit our local government’s ability to address vital issues like reducing traffic injuries, improving air quality, and combating congestion.

Local governments have the insight and responsibility to design safer, more accessible streets for their communities. Limiting their capacity to do so undermines their ability to protect residents’ well-being. An Ipsos poll found that while 86% of respondents recognize a congestion crisis, they attribute it primarily to construction delays and excessive vehicle traffic—not to bike lanes, despite frequent attempts to scapegoat them.

We can’t let road safety become collateral in political battles. Cyclist safety isn’t a partisan issue—it’s about protecting lives and fostering livable communities. Let’s focus on real solutions, not restrictions that could have devastating consequences.