The provincial government…

The provincial government shouldn’t be adding unnecessary red tape that hinders local efforts to expand transportation options.

I see bike lanes as crucial infrastructure — just like sidewalks. Our focus should be on ensuring the safety of vulnerable road users and offering more options for them, rather than simply increasing the number of cars on the road.

It also doesn't make sense to criticize bike infrastructure based on usage statistics alone; if bike users don't have access to complete routes or routes that make them feel safe, there will be less users. The demand however is there — Bike Share TO ridership continues to expand and grow. Bike infrastructure has also proven to increase the quality of life in public spaces for people of all income levels, children, families, and increase access to businesses on these safer streets (see Montreal's car-free streets that goes beyond just better bike lanes!) Bike lanes also enhance public transit by making it easier for people to access stations.

Also, when I do drive, I much prefer cyclists to be safely in their own lanes, out of my way. Endangering cyclists is not only deadly for cyclists, but also endangers drivers too.