I am opposed to the removal…

I am opposed to the removal of these bike lanes in Toronto, as well as the Province's involvement in decisions regarding local streets in any city.

I use Toronto's bike lanes often, especially the Bloor lane. Before it was installed I was in fact injured while cycling on Bloor by someone getting out of an uber that stopped suddenly.

I am also a driver in downtown Toronto. I drive more than I ride my bike these days as I am pregnant. Construction is by far the largest cause of traffic issues on city streets. Bike lanes make me feel protected in my car from hitting cyclists. With so much going on it's not difficult for accidents to take place. Cyclists are vulnerable road users and in a car I am very nervous about hurting them when we are sharing the road.

I also want to note that there are numerous condos going up in my neighbourhood and along my route to work. The increased density is for sure going to increase traffic. In my opinion it would be better for traffic if there were bike lanes available rather than promoting more cars on the road as we do not have the road infrastructure. The TTC is also not reliable and safer cycling is the best way to get people moving.

I don't know a single person who spends time downtown that supports the removal of these bike lanes. To remove them would be going against the will of the people they affect the most. Removal will cause bodily harm, increase car traffic, and waste money.