Bill 212 will do NOTHING to…

Bill 212 will do NOTHING to reduce gridlock. The way to reduce gridlock is to invest more of the government's funds toward public transit infrastructure, and supporting alternative forms of transportation to cars, like bike lanes and multi-use pathways. The removal of bike lanes will only have a negative impact on people who cannot afford a car or choose to bike as a low-cost, environmentally-friendly option. Increasing lanes of traffic in the city will also increase the amount of traffic proportionally, and thus will not even benefit car owners. This Bill will be a detriment to drivers, bikers, and pedestrians alike.

Instead of pushing through this harmful Bill, the government should instead direct its funds, resources, and time to improving public transit in Toronto, making it easy for more people to get around by bike, and repairing the Gardiner Expressway.

In the "Environmental Implications" section, it simply states that "implications for the environment will be considered." This statement is completely meaningless and demonstrates the utter disinterest this government has in improving the living environment for people living in Toronto. Ripping up bike lanes will introduce needless construction to the city, and the opening of further lanes for traffic will bring more car, noise, and air pollution.

Bill 212 is a disaster, and a slap in the face for working class people simply trying to get around in the city where they live.