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Ford promised bike lane removals could happen today onward in TO (Bloor W, Yonge, & Uni). That means we’ve got to be vigilant & have our eyes open. If you see construction crews amassing to remove lanes, post/tag local cycling orgs & advocates. Send pictures. Be safe & don’t interfere.

If you see bike lanes being removed, please report it to
@thebikinglawyer.bsky.social @cycletoronto.bsky.social @fridaysforfutureTO.bsky.social

Are Toronto Police Lying About Hate Crime Stats?

Interesting. While there has definitely been horrible hate crimes, people targeting schools or vandalizing place of worship’s, which has no place in our society.

They just can’t add up the public police numbers. And of course the police provide no breakdown.

#topoli #toronto
thegrindmag.ca/are-toronto-pol

The Grind Magazine · Are Toronto Police Lying About Hate Crime Stats?Toronto police say there have been hundreds of charges for hate crimes in Toronto since Oct. 7, 2023. The actual number appears to be much lower.
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Obviously not everything is won. They might find another consulting firms that is less shameful. And #CycleToronto encourage us to email them so that they don't deliver the 1.5KM of scope they decided to keep.

But we are slowing the project, potentially saving lives and hopefully leaving more time for the courts to fight it.

It does set a precedent for other firms. Taking contract from the government doesn't mean it's ethical and you can get a PR nightmare out of it.