As many have observed, the…

As many have observed, the main reasons for congestion are the widespread construction of new buildings and the Queen Subway and, sadly inadequate transit. Bicycle lanes are not a cause, as shown in several studies. Torontonians elected a mayor and council largely in favour of extending bike lanes. I grant that the rollout may have gone a mile too far into the suburbs, but in large part, the lanes provide a much safer space for bicyclists, reduce cars on city roads, and make the cyclist's journey faster. Removing bike lanes is not a solution - the costs to taxpayers to undo the work could be directed to many better ways to ease congestion.