I strongly oppose Bill 212,…

I strongly oppose Bill 212, which threatens sustainable urban development and prioritizes car dependency over community well-being. Removing protected bike lanes on streets like Yonge, Bloor, and University Avenue is a step backward, undermining public safety, environmental sustainability, and equitable transportation access.

Protected bike lanes promote safe, efficient alternatives to car travel, reducing congestion and emissions. Numerous studies highlight their benefits for both traffic flow and local economies. Limiting municipalities’ authority to develop such infrastructure stifles innovation and disregards the needs of urban residents.

Additionally, the bill’s exemptions for Highway 413 from environmental assessment processes and its curtailment of property rights in expropriation cases set a dangerous precedent. These measures favor unchecked highway expansion at the expense of environmental stewardship and citizen protections.

Ontario must invest in a multimodal future where cycling, public transit, and pedestrian infrastructure are treated as essential components of urban planning. Please reject Bill 212 to ensure a healthier, more inclusive, and forward-thinking province.