Cycling the streets of…

Cycling the streets of Toronto is a scary proposition, when you have to share the street with all manner of vehicles whizzing by; cars, buses, trucks of all sizes, and even transport trucks. Where I ride most is the Yonge Street bike lane which takes me very close to work and even though I can work an 8+ hour shift on my feet, cycling to and from work is still my preferred method of transportation. Endorphin rush.... yes, it's a real thing - and what a way to start my work day! Oh, and how do I get to the Yonge Street bike lane.... via the Kay Gardner Trail (what a brilliant visionary idea that was!)

What will removing bike lanes do? TBH it'll force cyclists out into a traffic lane. Will that be safe? Will that help traffic move faster? Will it not cause more accidents, and heaven help us all, more fatalities?

Why take away something that's already there, and that offers many proven health benefits as well as helping reduce our carbon footprint? Cities are for people, not just for cars. Please do not let Toronto go backwards, with a single minded car-centric focus. Comparing to other countries would be inaccurate, so take a look at what Montreal offers for its cyclists.

I've cycled to work for a 6 a.m. start. I've cycled home from a 2 a.m. finish. I cycle to food shop. To do errands. To meet friends for coffee, or a meal. I cycle for fun, and I'm happier and healthier for doing so.

Thanks for your time and attention to this most serious matter.
ps advised not to give name or address, I will just say that I'm a 60+ year female and I believe that Toronto should be adding bike lanes, not taking them away.