I used to battle the bumper…

I used to battle the bumper-to-bumper traffic on Bloor Street every morning, frustrated as cyclists whizzed by in the dedicated bike lanes. Tired of the gridlock, I switched to taking the subway and cycling through the Bloor and Yonge bike lanes. Now, my commute is faster, healthier, and far less stressful.

Proposing to remove these vital bike lanes to alleviate car congestion overlooks key evidence. Studies show that adding more car lanes doesn't reduce traffic; it often leads to the same congestion levels due to increased car use—a phenomenon known as induced demand. Conversely, cities that expand bike infrastructure see a rise in cycling and a decrease in overall traffic.

By keeping the Bloor and Yonge bike lanes, we're promoting efficient, eco-friendly transportation that benefits everyone. Let's continue to move forward by supporting infrastructure that gets us moving, not stuck in traffic.