I am extremely disappointed…

I am extremely disappointed to see this Bill is being considered.

I want to speak specifically to the idea of removing bike lanes and putting more red tape in place to creating these safe spaces. We know that the data clearly shows that bike lanes improve health outcomes are beneficial to the environment and result in financial gains for businesses along these routes.

What this government is doing is pointlessly cruel, will cost Ontarians money but ultimately and far more worrisome it is likely that deaths will result if this legislation is enacted. The very fact that the government has added a clause trying to absolve themselves of any responsibility for these deaths shows a callousness I use to think was reserved to psychopaths and serial killers like Paul Bernardo.

I am asking that this government focus on its Provincial Responsibilities and respect Ontario's citizens democratically elected municipalities to make decisions that best serve their community.