I am a resident of Toronto…

I am a resident of Toronto and am a frequent user of the Bloor St bike lane. I take all of the safety precautions that I can take as a casual cyclist- I wear high-vis clothing, use bike lights, signal turnings- and still- I have been in dangerous situations caused by irresponsible and downright aggressive drivers. Bike lanes protect me from these drivers and help me get from A to B in a safe, quick, and zero-emmision fashion. Also, by providing safe, dedicated spaces for cyclists, we can encourage more residents to choose biking as a viable mode of transport, leading to fewer cars on the road and decreased traffic in general. Less bike lanes = more drivers. It won't help with traffic times.