Removing bike lanes is one…

Removing bike lanes is one of the most counterproductive things that the province can do for the city of Toronto. Cyclists displaced by the removal of bike lanes will turn to private cars because of induced demand, which will just make traffic lanes more congested. THIS WILL NOT HELP WITH GRIDLOCK. Research by Canadian (and global!) institutes show that bike lanes decrease traffic speeds, make roads safer for pedestrians, and reduces emissions.

Not to mention the years of construction that it took to get us here in the first place. Why is the city going backwards?

I am not a cyclist, but many of my loved ones rely on bike lanes as their primary mode of transport, and Bloor, Yonge, University are popular routes. Unsafe experiences with the TTC and the high cost of car maintenance in the city make biking a cheap and efficient option for Toronto residents. Removing bike lanes actively harms Toronto residents and does NOT put our needs first. This is a highly disappointing bill and I vehemently urge the city to reconsider.