What’s concerning is that no…

What’s concerning is that no year-round data was ever used in developing the citywide cycling plan. It wasn’t presented during so-called “public consultations” about extending bike lanes into our neighborhoods, nor has it been included in any post-installation assessments. A reasonable, transparent planning process would have considered year-round figures from the start—during planning, public input, and evaluations. Ignoring data is a major oversight.

Accurate data is essential for both current decision-making and future bike lane planning. By analyzing year-round usage patterns, planners can allocate resources effectively and design lanes that truly meet the needs of all road users, resulting in safer transportation options for everyone. That didn't happen.

I support logical bike lanes based on actual year-round usage, but reject those that are underused, increase congestion, endanger pedestrians, and harm businesses—especially when distorted statistics push a narrow agenda that ultimately hurts everyone, including cyclists.

Enough is enough. The City, its head of transportation services Barbara Gray, and cycling groups must stop obscuring the truth with selective data. I demand full transparency and integrity in reporting. Let’s see the complete picture—365 days of data, including seasonal and time-of-day details—so Torontonians can make informed decisions about our streets. Only by confronting reality can we build a transportation system that genuinely serves the needs of our community, not just a vocal minority.