I use a bike to commute to…

I use a bike to commute to work in Toronto. I also use a car. Traffic is terrible and people should be encouraged to use other modes of transportation in Toronto, such as public transit and bikes. This bill will make it harder and less safe for people to use bikes, particularly in Toronto, discouraging people from using alternatives to cars. This is a shortsighted proposal. The province should be Investing in bike lanes and biking infrastructure, as well as public transit, rather than dismantling and reducing it.

Additionally, the Province should not be creating powers for it to override municipalities regarding planning for municipal roads, and adding requirements for municipalities to check in and report to the province. This will create extra burden and red tape for no reason. Municipal governments should be able to exercise their powers to plan and implement projects without burdensome oversight.