I am inspired by the people…

I am inspired by the people in Copenhagen - a city similar in climate to Toronto. "Copenhageners cycle an estimated 1.44 million kilometres daily. 49% of all trips to work or school in Copenhagen are by bike, up from 35% just ten years ago. This recent rise in cycling over the past decade is a result of continued municipal investment."

Three years ago I was a fair weather cyclist - only in the summer. Now with the improved, safe bike lanes I look forward to my 4 km commute each way - that I make in all weather.

We are giving up on creating a bike culture before we've even tried. The bike lanes are new! If in 10 years we've seen no growth THEN have the discussion about cars and traffic. Giving up on this infrastructure before it's complete is like cutting off your nose to save your face.

I'm not a young hipster - I'm just north of 50, female and work as an executive. Rather than ask what can we do to improve car traffic, ask what can we do to build our own version of Copenhagen Cycle Culture??