As a resident, taxpayer, and…

As a resident, taxpayer, and near-daily user of the Bloor Street bike lanes in the University neighborhood, I am deeply frustrated by the provincial government’s push to alter infrastructure in our community without considering the voices and needs of those who live here.

The plan to convert Bloor back to a four-lane road lacks evidence that it will improve safety or traffic flow. There is no proof that this change will lead to faster or more efficient traffic; rather, it’s likely that Bloor, like Bathurst, will simply serve as another idle waiting area for cars, contributing to congestion and harming the neighborhood’s walkability and safety.

Reducing the current bike and pedestrian space directly impacts the quality of life for Toronto residents and undermines our city’s limited, much-needed livable space. The existing bike lanes are essential to our community’s safety, accessibility, and vibrancy.

I urge you to stand firmly against these plans and protect the interests of our neighborhood. I am hopeful that, with your support, our concerns will be heard and that the livability of our community will be prioritized.