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Cyclists file Charter challenge against Ontario over bike lane removals

  • The Canadian Press

  • Canadian Press

  • December 11, 2024

Cyclists have launched a Charter challenge against the Ontario government over its decision to remove bike lanes on three Toronto roadsA cyclist uses a bike lane in Toronto on Monday, October 21, 2024.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

TORONTO -- Cyclists have launched a Charter challenge against the Ontario government over its decision to remove bike lanes on three Toronto roads.

Cycle Toronto and two cyclists allege the province's upcoming removal of bike lanes on Bloor Street, Yonge Street and University Avenue puts lives at risk.

They say the bike lane removals, which are now enshrined in law, violate a section of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

They argue the province's actions infringe on the rights of cyclists, pedestrians and other road uses by depriving them of life and security of the person.

The group is seeking an injunction to prevent the removal of those bike lanes.

The transportation minister and the attorney general did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

This report by was first published Dec. 11, 2024.