WE WON.
Justice Schabas found that Ontario's law, Bill 212, violated section 7 of our charter rights.
The court was impatient with the Ontario government having no evidence to back up its claims.
The bike lanes on Bloor Street, University Avenue, and Yonge Street are now *protected* (get it?) from Doug Ford attempt to remove them.
Injunction has been granted!
Hands off our cycling infrastructure!
I love this poster, suggests cyclist empowerment.
Critical Mass ride in protest of Bill 212, March 28, 2025 in Toronto.
https://breezybreakfastradiohour.podbean.com/e/episode-208-bill-212-and-bike-lanes/
The latest Breezy Breakfast episode includes interviews with the Alison Stewart - the Bike Mayor of Toronto, Mike Darmon of GCAT, and Mike Marcolongo of Environmental Defence.
Moderated by Phil Allt.
In November 2024, Bill 212 - Reducing Gridlock, Saving You Time Act - was passed in Ontario. In essence, this bill prioritizes vehicular traffic and the building of highways over all other considerations. Highway 413 will be fast-tracked, municipalities will need to ask permission to replace vehicular lanes with bike lanes, and three existing bike lanes in Toronto will go back to cars. Will this bill reduce gridlock? What are the costs of implementing this bill? Guests: Mike Marcolongo of Environmental Defence Alison Stewart of Cycle Toronto Mike Darmon of GCAT (Guelph Coalition for Active Transport) The Breezy Breakfast Radio Hour is broadcast Mondays at 9AM on CFRU 93.3FM.Major props to the talent at CFRU for making us sound great.Listen to our podcast on Spotify and Podbean.Find us on Facebook at Breezy Breakfast.@Breezy Bullhorn marks the spot on X.Sign up here to receive our newsletters.Join us in person 8 AM on Thursdays at DeBar (105 Wyndham St. N.) Breezy Breakfast: Where a warm breeze of public engagement keeps the coffee and passions hot.
#BikeBrampton will be hosting a Brampton Bill 212 Ride and Rally this Saturday. Meet 1 PM at Brampton GO. You can get there via the 11:51 AM train from Union (or 12:01 PM from Bloor).
https://bikebrampton.ca/2025/01/11/bill-212-ride-and-rally/
#OnPoli #BikeCommuting #CycleTO #Bill212 #Urbanism #PleaseBoost
A coalition of cycling advocates has launched a court challenge against Ontario’s new provincial legislation mandating the removal of Toronto’s busiest, protected bike lanes. The lawsuit, filed Tuesday by Cycle Toronto and individual cyclists Eva Stanger-Ross and Narada Kiondo, argues the law violates Charter rights to life and security for cyclists and pedestrians.
"... didn't want to just make a video that counter each of Doug's lies, because... he lies a lot. You can tell he's lying right now, because his lips are moving ..."
Getting ready for today's rally? Consider adding an extra layer to your gear, we often ride slower which doesn't generate as much heat. Thick socks especially are a good idea.
If you have an insulated water bottle, you can use that to bring some hot water to help you stay warm.
#Toronto #TOPoli #Ontario #OnPoli #FightForBikes #FridaysForFuture #Bill212 #BikeTooter
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