I use the separated Bloor St…

I use the separated Bloor St West bike lane (between Dufferin and St George) for my daily commute to and from work. The bike lane provides me with a safe, efficient commuting option, and the ride is my principal source of exercise.

I cannot afford daily parking downtown, so driving is not an option for me. While I use the subway to commute during inclement weather, it is not always reliable in my experience.

Prior to the installation of the separated bike lane, I occasionally rode my bike on Bloor, but found it dangerous, and I expect it will become just as dangerous if the separated lane is removed. And unfortunately, there are no other end-to-end bike routes available for my commute.

Very occasionally, I drive to work when I need to bring work materials with me. I have found no noticable difference in the driving time since the separated bike lane was installed on Bloor, although the separated lane has made commuting by bike much faster.

I urge the Ministry to please keep the separated lane on Bloor.