Ford government announces plans to restart bike lane removals in Toronto
The Ontario Court of Appeal previously overturned a lower court's decision that removing bike lanes violated the Canadian Charter, allowing the government to proceed with its plan.
The Ford government in Ontario has announced it will resume the removal of bike lanes from major Toronto streets, including Bloor Street, Yonge Street, and University Avenue. This decision comes after the Ontario Court of Appeal overturned a lower court's ruling that removing bike lanes violated the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
The policy, initiated by Premier Doug Ford's government at the end of 2024, aims to create more space for vehicles. The government has issued a request for proposals from companies to redesign the streets and remove or alter the bike lanes to accommodate more car lanes. Work is expected to begin immediately on a short section of Bloor Street West, where minimal design work is required.
Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria stated that the government is "keeping our promise" by prioritizing the movement of people and goods and providing commuters with more time.
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