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I am strongly opposed to Bill 212. As a daily cyclist and a Toronto resident, I rely on bike lanes to commute safely and efficiently. By choosing to cycle, I’m helping reduce congestion and pollution, making the city more livable for everyone. Removing bike lanes would force cyclists like myself onto busy streets, increasing the risk of accidents and potentially pushing us back into cars, which would only add to traffic and emissions.
Not only am I a daily cyclist, I am also a healthcare worker employed at Sickkids Hospital, on University Avenue. I also live on Yonge street. The bike lane clauses in Bill 212 directly affects me negatively. I need to be at the hospital for emergencies, and biking is by-far the fastest mode of transportation for me. Literal lives are at risk if I am delayed. Removing the existing bike lanes delays me and my colleagues.
Bike lanes on streets like Bloor-Danforth have proven vital for safe commuting. Instead of taking them away, the Ontario government should be investing in more cycling infrastructure to support a healthier, greener, and less congested city.
Submitted November 12, 2024 12:18 PM
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Bill 212 - Reducing Gridlock, Saving You Time Act, 2024 - Framework for bike lanes that require removal of a traffic lane.
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