As a concerned resident and…

As a concerned resident and parent, I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed removal of bikes in Toronto (or anywhere in Ontario). The presence of these bike lanes is crucial for the safety of my children, who use them regularly. These lanes provide a protected space for them to ride, away from the dangers of vehicular traffic.

Furthermore, the bikes lanes contribute significantly to the overall public health of our community. They encourage an active lifestyle, which has been shown to reduce the incidence of many chronic diseases, thereby lessening the burden on our healthcare system. Bike lane have also been proven to calm traffic increasing safety for all parties, drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.

The overall premise of this bill is flawed as there are many many researched papers dedicated to this topic. Bike lanes do not increase traffic congestion and in most situation they will reduce it.

The environmental impact of removing bikes lanes cannot be overstated. Encouraging cycling through dedicated bikes lanes helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions form cars.