I am deeply concerned about…

I am deeply concerned about the consequences of this bill coming into action. As the GTA continues to grow it’s infrastructure needs to develop with a wide range of transport options. the goal of limiting bike infrastructure will not only lead to more deaths on the roads but diminish the accessibility of transit including in relation to the TTC. Many Torontonians use bikes to access the subway, their immediate destination or workplace. Removing desirable infrastructure for these options will simply make more people choose to drive and greatly increase the amount of vehicular traffic on Torontos roads. As a frequent biker and driver I much prefer in both instances when bikes have a designated space to be. Even more so when i drive; managing a biker who is encouraged to share a lane with me opposed to having their own designated lane is stressful and often leads to accidents. Toronto needs to be more accommodating of its diverse culture, lifestyles, and transportation needs. I wholeheartedly believe that bill 212 will INCREASE gridlock, increase the amount of time spent in cars and ultimately hinder people’s happiness and livelihood. Ultimately we all want to get to work and get home safely to see our friends and families. However one chooses to do this is up to them and it is to the benefit of all if the city and province work to provide options suitable to support the population in a way that is based on traffic studies, health, environment, and proven methods of efficient and diverse mass-transportation.