I strongly oppose this bill…

I strongly oppose this bill. I am a Toronto resident who regularly relies on bike lanes to commute to work, run errands, and travel through the city. I choose to cycle because it reduces grid lock and reduces air pollution, making the city safer and more efficient for all of its residents.

Bike lanes are necessary for cyclists' safety. I have gotten into serious accidents while cycling on streets that do not have bike lanes. Cars are frequently oblivious to cyclists and do not attempt to share the lane. The proposed removal of bike lanes along Bloor St., Yonge St., and University Ave will put cyclists in serious danger.

The province should be investing in clean and efficient infrastructure that supports a healthier and greener city. The proposal to require provincial approval for new bike lanes on certain municipal roads will halt progress in this regard.